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First-Year Courses in SpanishThis page was created at 12:23 PM on Thu, Oct 4, 2001. Fall Academic Term, 2001 (September 5 - December 21)Open courses in Spanish Wolverine Access Subject listing for SPANISH Fall Term '01Time Schedule for Spanish. SPANISH 101. Elementary Spanish.Elementary Language CoursesInstructor(s):Prerequisites & Distribution: (4). (LR). Credits: (4). Course Homepage: No homepage submitted. For students with little or no previous study of Spanish. Course Objectives: the first part of an introduction to the Spanish language and culture; task- and content-based approach integrates grammar in a functional use through listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Language use encouraged through communicative activities rather than a sequence of linguistic units. Videos, audio cassette, and computer materials incorporated. Goals: Students completing Spanish 101 understand about different sociocultural norms, can act with awareness of such differences; speak, using memorized phrases and some original language; read short texts of familiar or simple structure for detailed comprehension, less familiar materials for gist and main ideas; write familiar material with considerable accuracy. Work requirements/Evaluation criteria: Regular attendance essential. Participation in class includes asking and answering questions, initiating discussion, role playing and other situational activities. Grade based on oral participation, homework assignments, in-class work, written and oral exams, and a final written and oral exam.
SPANISH 101. Elementary Spanish.Elementary Language CoursesSection 016, 017.Instructor(s): Karen J PrimoracPrerequisites & Distribution: (4). (LR). Credits: (4). Course Homepage: No homepage submitted. For students with little or no previous study of Spanish. Course Objectives: the first part of an introduction to the Spanish language and culture; task- and content-based approach integrates grammar in a functional use through listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Language use encouraged through communicative activities rather than a sequence of linguistic units. Videos, audio cassette and computer materials incorporated. Goals: Students completing Spanish 101 understand about different sociocultural norms, can act with awareness of such differences; speak, using memorized phrases and some original language; read short texts of familiar or simple structure for detailed comprehension, less familiar materials for gist and main ideas; write familiar material with considerable accuracy. Work requirements/Evaluation criteria: Regular attendance essential. Participation in class includes asking and answering questions, initiating discussion, role playing and other situational activities. Grade based on oral participation, homework assignments, in-class work, three exams, and a final written and oral exam.
SPANISH 103. Review of Elementary Spanish.Elementary Language CoursesInstructor(s):Prerequisites & Distribution: Assignment by placement test or permission of department. Transfer students elect Spanish 103 if they have completed the equivalent of Spanish 101 elsewhere. No credit granted to those who have completed or are enrolled in 102. (4). (LR). Credits: (4). Course Homepage: No homepage submitted. Accelerated refresher course for students with two or three years of high school Spanish whose previous study did not occur within the preceding two years. Equivalent to 101 and 102 condensed into one term. Transfer students elect Spanish 103 if they have completed the equivalent of Spanish 101 elsewhere. Course Objectives: Introduction to the Spanish language and culture task- and content-based approach integrates grammar in a functional use through listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Language use encouraged through communicative activities rather than a sequence of linguistic units. Video, audio cassette, and computer material incorporated. Goals: Student completing Spanish 103 will hear about different sociocultural norms, can act with awareness of such differences; speak in short spontaneous conversations involving everyday topics, observing basic courtesy requirements; understand gist of one-way communication like radio and television; read for practical information; write simple correspondence and short compositions on familiar topics, with good control of basic sentence structure. Work requirements/Evaluation criteria: Regular attendance essential. Participation in class includes asking and answering questions, initiating discussion, role playing and other situational activities. Grade based on oral participation, homework assignments, in-class work, four exams, and a final written and oral exam.
SPANISH 231. Second-Year Spanish.Elementary Language CoursesInstructor(s):Prerequisites & Distribution: Spanish 102 or 103; or assignment by placement test. No credit granted to those who have completed or are enrolled in 112 or 230. (4). (LR). Credits: (4). Course Homepage: http://www.umich.edu/~span231/ This course is designed to improve the speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills of students and to provide some insight into the literature and culture of Spanish-speaking people. Course grade is based on a series of quizzes and exams (written and oral) designed to assess ability to read, write, and understand spoken Spanish plus periodic written work and oral class participation. Required materials:
SPANISH 232. Second-Year Spanish, Continued.Elementary Language CoursesInstructor(s):Prerequisites & Distribution: Spanish 231; or assignment by placement test. No credit granted to those who have completed or are enrolled in 230 or 112. (4). (LR). Credits: (4). Course Homepage: No homepage submitted. The principal aim of this course is to acquire a more profound understanding of the history, politics, society, culture, customs, and literature of the Hispanic world through listening, writing, reading, and speaking activities in Spanish. At the same time, students develop the language tools, both grammatical functions and vocabulary, necessary to discuss issues of relevance to Hispanic culture and to analyze these situations while expressing their own personal opinions, reactions, conclusions, and possible outcomes to hypothetical situations. Therefore, the practice and application of grammatical features and vocabulary is integrated into the content of the course and students are expected to formally study and practice these structures individually through the explanations provided in the textbook and the practice activities assigned as homework. Materials include newspaper articles, cultural readings, videos, short lectures, audio cassette, and computer materials. Work requirements/evaluation criteria: Regular attendance crucial. Participation in class includes asking and answering questions, initiating discussion, role playing, and other situational activities. Grade based on oral participation, homework assignments, in-class work, compositions, exams, and a final written and oral exam. TEXTS: Required: Recommended:
SPANISH 232. Second-Year Spanish, Continued.Elementary Language CoursesSection 002 – Business Spanish.Instructor(s): Betina Schlossberg (betinas@umich.edu)Prerequisites & Distribution: Spanish 231; or assignment by placement test. No credit granted to those who have completed or are enrolled in 230 or 112. (4). (LR). Credits: (4). Course Homepage: http://coursetools.ummu.umich.edu/2001/fall/spanish/232/002.nsf Course objectives: Be able to manage in the business world and to understand the cultural differences between the U.S. and the Hispanic world and among the different Spanish speaking countries. Expand on the linguistic abilities necessary to fulfill the cultural aims of the course. Develop the grammatical functions and notions necessary to perform appropriately in business situations. (Present, past & future tenses, express opinions, experiences, reactions, suggestions, projections, conclusions and hypothesis. Telephoning and Socializing Presentations: facts & figures Meetings and Discussions Negotiating
SPANISH 232. Second-Year Spanish, Continued.Elementary Language CoursesSection 007, 008 – Introduction to the Hispanic World through Cinema.Instructor(s): Andrew Noverr (anoverr@umich.edu)Prerequisites & Distribution: Spanish 231; or assignment by placement test. No credit granted to those who have completed or are enrolled in 230 or 112. (4). (LR). Credits: (4). Course Homepage: http://coursetools.ummu.umich.edu/2001/fall/spanish/232/007.nsf Using the medium of cinema, the goal of this course will be to introduce participants to the cultural reality of the Hispanic world (Hispanic America and Spain). The most important aim of the course is to provide participants with an experience of Hispanic history and society that will give them a true sense of cultural understanding. At the same time, students will be exposed to the major communicative functions that characterize the intermediate mid/high levels of proficiency, that is, participants will:
The course is conducted entirely in Spanish. Various writing assignments are required (informal and formal reactions to movies and the themes presented), quizzes, oral examination, one twenty minute mini-exam and two exams (midterm and final). Some of the movies to be presented and discussed:
Use of the WWW and the Coursetools Application is a fundamental part of this course. Extensive coursework is conducted on the WWW.
SPANISH 232. Second-Year Spanish, Continued.Elementary Language CoursesSection 014, 017 – Legends Of The Hispanic World.Instructor(s): Ivan D Martinez (idmartin@umich.edu)Prerequisites & Distribution: Spanish 231; or assignment by placement test. No credit granted to those who have completed or are enrolled in 230 or 112. (4). (LR). Credits: (4). Course Homepage: http://coursetools.ummu.umich.eduhttp://coursetools.ummu.umich.edu/2001/fall/spanish/232/014.nsf Surely you have heard of the Legend of The Sleepy Hollow, The Little Brave and the Medicine Woman, or William F. "Buffalo Bill" Cody. In this intermediate Spanish course, however, you will be familiarized with some of the most popular legends of the Spanish-speaking world such as La Llorona, El Dorado, Los Amantes de Teruel. Through these and other fascinating legends you will be exposed to the major communicative functions that characterize the intermediate mid/high levels of proficiency, that is, you will:
SPANISH 232. Second-Year Spanish, Continued.Elementary Language CoursesSection 017 – Legends Of The Hispanic World.Instructor(s):Prerequisites & Distribution: Spanish 231; or assignment by placement test. No credit granted to those who have completed or are enrolled in 230 or 112. (4). (LR). Credits: (4). Course Homepage: No homepage submitted.
SPANISH 270. Spanish Conversation for Non-Concentrators.Other Language CoursesInstructor(s):Prerequisites & Distribution: Spanish 232. No credit granted to those who have completed or are enrolled in Spanish 275 or 276. A maximum of two courses of Spanish 270, 275, and 276 may be counted toward a degree. (3). (Excl). May not be included in a concentration plan in Spanish. Credits: (3). Course Homepage: No homepage submitted. Spanish 270 is a practical Spanish course for non-concentrators interested in the Spanish language and in contemporary Hispanic culture. Texts include journalistic prose as well as journal formatted videos aimed at increasing students’ knowledge of current affairs in Spain and Latin America. Audio tapes will be employed to improve pronunciation, vocabulary, and listening skills. Class format includes group discussions, debates, oral presentations, and role-playing. Attendance and participation will be mandatory and will constitute a large part of the course grade. Grades will also be determined by examination of students’ listening and expressive skills. Finally, students will practice writing in various practical formats such as letters, book or movie reviews, etc. These written exercises will form the final component of the course grade.
SPANISH 275. Grammar and Composition.Other Language CoursesInstructor(s):Prerequisites & Distribution: Spanish 232. A maximum of two courses of Spanish 270, 275, and 276 may be counted toward a degree. (3). (Excl). Credits: (3). Course Homepage: http://www-personal.umich.edu/~dennisdp/Spanish.275.html Spanish 275 is intended to increase the accuracy of students’ Spanish and to increase vocabulary and cultural knowledge through readings. The course is centered on a grammar-review text. Students do readings in Spanish, prepare compositions and other exercises, and expand vocabulary. Time is allotted to class discussion of readings and especially to the treatment of recurrent problems of grammar. Classes are taught in Spanish. The final grade is based on weekly translations, tests, and class participation.
SPANISH 276. Reading and Composition.Other Language CoursesInstructor(s):Prerequisites & Distribution: Spanish 232. A maximum of two courses of Spanish 270, 275, and 276 may be counted toward a degree. (3). (Excl). Credits: (3). Course Homepage: No homepage submitted. Spanish 276 is intended to improve students’ ability to read Spanish prose, as well as their skills in conversational and written Spanish. To this end, students will be presented with a variety of written, visual, and audio materials designed to stimulate discussion, both written and oral. Compositions are assigned regularly and oral presentations by students are required. Classes are conducted exclusively in Spanish. The final grade is based on compositions, exams, and participation in class discussions or presentations. Text:
SPANISH 290 / AMCULT 224. Spanish for Heritage Language Learners.
Other Language CoursesSection 001.Instructor(s):Prerequisites & Distribution: Basic knowledge of Spanish language. (4). (Excl). This course does not satisfy the language requirement. Credits: (4). Course Homepage: No homepage submitted. This course addresses the particular linguistic needs and interests of students of Hispanic descent and heritage born and/or educated in the United States interested in acquiring a formal and structural knowledge of Spanish, in further expanding vocabulary at the abstract and professional levels, and in developing their skills in formal and professional writing. Sociolinguistic aspects of Spanish in the United States – code-switching, linguistic attitudes, bilingualism – also will be explored in relation to the politics of cultural identity. Short weekly assignments and exercises emphasizing the differences between oral and written modes of communication and between formal and informal Spanish will be required, along with a midterm and final exam. Readings will include cultural essays, literatures, and scholarly articles.
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