Methods of instruction include, but are not limited to the following: small group practice of syntactic and lexical structures, discussion of readings, debates, listening comprehension, discussion and correction of written works and oral presentations.
Conversation practice in small groups with a Native Language Assistant.
Systematic in-depth study of:
- Syntactic structures
- Lexicon
- Stylistics
- Culture through the works of Spanish and Latin American writers and filmmakers
Successful students will demonstrate proficiency in Spanish at the high intermediate level in:
- Aural comprehension of authentic language situations.
- Reading comprehension of simple written material.
- Speech delivery: supporting opinion, defending a point of view, and making a hypothesis.
- Written expression: expository writing.
- Understanding and appreciating differences and similarities among cultures as expressed in the works of Spanish and Latin American writers and filmmakers.
Written Evaluations 50%
(May include but are not limited to writing and
reading exercises, chapter tests, paragraph
writing, written homework, preparation,
Final Written Exam)
Oral Evaluations 50%
(May include but are not limited to oral tests, oral
presentations, listening comprehension,
conversation lab, attendance, preparation,
class participation, Final Oral Exam)
Total 100%
No single evaluation will be worth more than 20%.
An intermediate-level Spanish textbook such as:
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Adán-Lifante. Más español intermedio. McGraw Hill
MODL 2252 (Minimum Grade of C) or Assessment (see calendar)