2018-2019 Undergraduate General Catalog


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SPAN 210 Intermediate Spanish I

The first in a two-course sequence designed to develop further students' proficiency in Spanish through speaking, listening, reading, and writing, and to expand students' knowledge of Spanish and Hispanic cultures. Conducted in Spanish.

Credits

4

Prerequisites

SPAN 111 or Placement Exam

SPAN 211 Intermediate Spanish II

The second in a two-course sequence to develop further students' proficiency in Spanish through speaking, listening, reading, and writing, and to expand students' knowledge of Spanish and Hispanic cultures. Conducted in Spanish.

Credits

4

Prerequisites

SPAN 210 or Placement Exam

SPAN 230 Spanish Conversation

This course provides students with an opportunity to develop their oral expression in Spanish and continue developing their grasp of key grammar concepts and vocabulary. Students will engage in a variety of activities including group and class discussions about contemporary issues, debates, and presentations and other kinds of “sharing” projects. This course is administered entirely in Spanish.

Credits

3

Prerequisites

SPAN 210

SPAN 240 Arab and Jewish Influence in Spain and Morocco (NW)

An interim abroad course that traces the Jewish and Arabic influences on Spanish culture. Conducted in English and Spanish.

Credits

4

Prerequisites

SPAN 111

SPAN 241 Chile: Land of Contrasts

An interim abroad course that examines the culture, history, and economic and political realities of fifteen regions of Chile. Conducted in English and Spanish.

Credits

4

Prerequisites

SPAN 111

SPAN 250 Spanish for Health Care Professionals

An intermediate Spanish course that focuses on the acquisition of the Spanish terminology and grammar necessary for health professionals to communicate effectively with their Hispanic patients. Conducted in Spanish.

Credits

3

Prerequisites

SPAN 111

SPAN 297 Topics:

Opportunities for students to explore and to study selected topics in Spanish and Hispanic civilizations and cultures. Content will vary.

Credits

3- 4

SPAN 299 Independent Study

Independent study of topics approved by department.

Credits

4

Prerequisites

Permission of Instructor and Department Chair