Course Instructor: Sandra Araya Rojas - sar13@queensu.ca
In Summary:
Offers a basic level of Spanish understanding, speaking, reading and writing for students who have no knowledge of Spanish whatsoever.
Course Highlights:
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More than just a language course! SPAN111 will focus on Spanish culture, cuisine, contemporary events and items in the news.
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No previous experience necessary. SPAN111 provides a solid grounding in elementary Spanish. Practice your reading, writing, listening and grammar.
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Put theory into practice with our virtual exchange program. Chat online in Spanish with students in Argentina.
Learning Outcomes:
This course offers a basic level of Spanish understanding, speaking, reading and writing for students who have no previous knowledge of this language, thus, the contents of the course are those of an elementary level (A)
By means of a teaching methodology, which includes the development of a student portfolio, group dynamics, implementation of linguistic skills, introduction and practice of vocabulary and introductory sessions of Spanish culture, the students will:
- Develop knowledge and appreciation for Spanish language, whilst familiarizing with specific vocabulary.
- Develop learning and communication strategies
- Acquire communicative competencies linked to social & cultural issues referred to the Spanish speaker.
Experiential and Active Learning Opportunities:
Examples of previous EAL opportunities for this course include: Salsa dance class, tapas cooking lesson, virtual exchange with undergraduate students in Argentina.
Prerequisites and Exclusions:
Prerequisite None. One-Way Exclusion May not be taken with or after SPAN 112; SPAN 201; SPAN 204; SPAN 205; SPAN 301; SPAN 302; SPAN 303; SPAN 304; SPAN 401; SPAN 402. Equivalency SPAN P10.
Course applicable to the following Majors/Medials/Minors:
DEVS (eligible) / HISP (core) / LANG (option) / LLCU (option)