Courses in Spanish (Division 484) Spanish 100. Intensive Elementary Spanish. (Elementary Language Courses) No credit granted to those who have completed 101, 102, or 103. (8). (LR). The first year of college Spanish equivalent to Spanish 101 and 102 taught in one term. Spanish 101. Elementary Spanish. (Elementary Language Courses) (4). (LR). Practical vocabulary, basic sentence structure, conversational drills, and oral proficiency supported by work with recorded materials and supplemented with simple readings lays the foundation for more advanced work. Spanish 102. Elementary Spanish, Continued. (Elementary Language Courses) Spanish 101. No credit granted to those who have completed or are enrolled in 103. Spanish 102 is NOT open to students who have begun instruction at the high school level. Open only to students who have completed 101 at the University of Michigan. College or university transfer students who have received credit for one term are encouraged to enroll in Spanish 103. (4). (LR). Continuation of Spanish 101. Spanish 103. Review of Elementary Spanish. (Elementary Language Courses) 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). A refresher course for students with previous training in Spanish but without proficiency required for a second-year course. Spanish 111. First Special Reading Course. (Special Elementary Reading Courses) May not be elected for credit by undergraduates who have already received credit for high school or college Spanish. No credit granted to those who have completed or are enrolled in 101, 102, or 103. (4). (Excl). Basic principles of grammar, training in pronunciation, and graded elementary reading. Spanish 112. Second Special Reading Course. (Special Elementary Reading Courses) Spanish 111. No credit granted to those who have completed or are enrolled in 230, 231, or 232. (4). (Excl). Selected readings of expository prose. Continued examination of grammatical forms and constructions essential to accurate comprehension and translation. Spanish 230. Intensive Second-Year Spanish. (Elementary Language Courses) Spanish 102 or 103. No credit granted to those who have completed 112, 231, or 232. (8). (LR). The second year of college Spanish equivalent to Spanish 231 and 232 taught in one term. The course is offered on campus and in Spain. Spanish 231. Second-Year Spanish. (Elementary Language Courses) Spanish 102 or 103; or assignment by placement test. No credit granted to those who have completed or are enrolled in 112 or 230. I, II, IIIa in Ann Arbor; IIIb in Salamanca, Spain. (4). (LR). Further development of oral-aural skills. Reading of representative modern prose and cultural texts designed to further each student's acquaintance with the language and Hispanic life and civilization. Spanish 232. Second-Year Spanish, Continued. (Elementary Language Courses) Spanish 231; or assignment by placement test. No credit granted to those who have completed or are enrolled in 230 or 112. I, II, IIIa, IIIb in Ann Arbor; IIIb in Salamanca, Spain. (4). (LR). Continuation of Spanish 231. Certain sections are devoted to readings in specialized topics. Spanish 232 may be followed by Spanish 361, 371, 372, 373, 374, 375, 376, 381, or 382. Spanish 250. First-Year Humanities Seminar in Hispanic Studies. (Literature) Spanish 232. Only first-year students, including those with sophomore standing, may pre-register for First-Year Seminars. All others need permission of instructor. (3). (Excl). The purpose of this course is to offer linguistically prepared freshmen an opportunity to address major cultural and literary issues in a setting conducive to discussion and critical analysis. In addressing these important issues, students become more aware of language as an instrument of communication rather than as a classroom exercise. Spanish 270. Spanish Conversation for Non-Concentrators. (Other Language Courses) 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. This is a text based conversation course for those interested in the Spanish language and in Hispanic culture. Texts include journalistic prose and videos aimed at increasing students’ knowledge of current affairs in Spain and Latin America. Audio tapes are used to improve pronunciation and listening skills. Spanish 275. Grammar and Composition. (Other Language Courses) Spanish 232. A maximum of two courses of Spanish 270, 275, and 276 may be counted toward a degree. I, II, IIIa in Ann Arbor; IIIb in Salamanca, Spain. (3). (Excl). An introductory course aimed at developing skill in speaking and writing Spanish with emphasis in Spanish 275 on a mastery of grammar. Spanish 276. Reading and Composition. (Other Language Courses) Spanish 232. A maximum of two courses of Spanish 270, 275, and 276 may be counted toward a degree. I, II in Ann Arbor; IIIb in Salamanca, Spain. (3). (Excl). An introductory course aimed at developing skill in speaking and writing Spanish. Spanish 290/Amer. Cult. 224. Spanish for Heritage Language Learners. (Other Language Courses) Basic knowledge of Spanish language. (4). (Excl). This course does not satisfy the language requirement. Addresses the linguistic needs of Latino/a students born and/or raised in the U.S. Spanish grammar, vocabulary building, reading and writing skills are developed along with discussions on bilingualism and biculturalism. Addresses the following identified needs in grammar and discourse competence: (1) basic recognition of and practice in grammar, syntax, structures, spelling, and accentuation; (2) vocabulary development, particularly in levels of abstract thought and professional texts; (3) development of writing skills that would incorporate diverse genres, from literary and critical essays, to business letters, professional memos, reviews of their particular field, and cultural studies. Spanish 305. Spanish for Business and the Professions. (Other Language Courses) Spanish 275 and 276. (3). (Excl). Readings, vocabulary, and cross-cultural practices relating to six professions. Spanish 310. Advanced Composition and Style. (Other Language Courses) Spanish 275 and 276. (3). (Excl). Provides advanced knowledge of grammar and writing practice. Spanish 320. Introduction to the Study of Literature. (Literature) Spanish 275 and 276. (3). (HU). A genre-based introduction to the study of Spanish language narrative, poetry, drama, and essays. Spanish 328. Studies in Latin(o) American Popular Culture. (Literature) Spanish 275 and 276. (3). (Excl). Introduction to the study of popular culture in Latin America and/or in the U.S. Latino/a context. Spanish 331/Great Books 331. Great Books of Spain and Latin America. (Literature) Open to students at all levels. A knowledge of Spanish is not required. (3). (HU). May not be included in a concentration plan in Spanish (or teaching certificate major or minor). From the Cid through the Golden Age: Discussion of selected masterpieces of Spanish and Portuguese literature read in English translation. Spanish 332. Short Narrative in Latin America/Spain. (Literature) Spanish 275 and 276. (3). (HU). Readings and topical studies in short narrative from Latin America and Spain Spanish 340. Introduction to Iberian Cultures. (Literature) Spanish 275 and 276. (3). (Excl). The development of Spanish civilization with emphasis on its social and historical evolution, its cultural values, and its artistic expression. Lectures, readings, group discussion, and multimedia assignments. The course is conducted in Spanish. Spanish 341. Introduction to Latin American Cultures. (Literature) Spanish 275 and 276. (3). (Excl). The development of Latin American culture and its literary, artistic, and social manifestations. Spanish 350. Independent Studies. (Literature) Permission of concentration advisor. (1-3). (Excl). (INDEPENDENT). May be elected for credit more than once with permission. Interested students should contact the concentration advisor. Spanish 355. New World Spanish. (Other Language Courses) Spanish 275 and 276. (3). (Excl). An introduction to the history and structure of the regional and social varieties of Spanish spoken in the New World. Spanish 368. Literature and the Other Arts. (Literature) Spanish 275 and 276, and one additional 300-level course. (3). (HU). The study of the relations of modern literary texts to painting, photography, classical and popular music. Multimedia program is used for lectures and discussions. Spanish 371. Survey of Spanish Literature, I. (Literature) Spanish 275 and 276, and one additional 300-level course. (3). (HU). An introductory survey of Spanish literature from its beginnings in the Middle Ages to the 17th century. Lectures, readings, and reports. The course is conducted in Spanish. Spanish 372. Survey of Spanish Literature, II. (Literature) Spanish 275 and 276, and one additional 300-level course. (3). (HU). An introductory survey of Spanish literature from the 18th century to the present. Lectures, readings, and reports. The course is conducted in Spanish. Spanish 373. Topics in Hispanic Literatures and Cultures. (Literature) Spanish 275 and 276, and one additional 300-level course. I, II in Ann Arbor; IIIb in Salamanca, Spain. (3). (HU). May be repeated for a total of six credits. Topical studies, themes, and literary problems in Spanish literature. The course is conducted in Spanish. Spanish 381. Survey of Latin American Literature, I. (Literature) Spanish 275 and 276, and one additional 300-level course. (3). (HU). An introduction to the main currents of Latin American literature from the Colonial period to mid-nineteenth century through the study of its major figures. Lectures, readings, and reports. Spanish 382. Survey of Latin American Literature, II. (Literature) Spanish 275 and 276, and one additional 300-level course. (3; 2 in the half-term). (HU). An introduction to the main currents of Latin American literature from the late nineteenth to late twentieth centuries through the study of its major figures. Lectures, readings, and reports. Spanish 387. Social Forces and Literary Expression in Golden Age Spain. (Literature) Spanish 275 and 276, and one additional 300-level course. (3; 2 in the half-term). (HU). Selected works of prose and poetry from the seventeenth century in Spain. Lectures, readings, and reports. Spanish 391. Junior Honors Course. (Literature) Permission of departmental Honors Committee. (3). (Excl). (INDEPENDENT). Readings of selected works from the literatures of Spain and Spanish America. Conferences, written reports, and term papers. Spanish 392. Junior Honors Course. (Literature) Permission of departmental Honors Committee. (3). (Excl). (INDEPENDENT). Readings of selected works from the literatures of Spain and Spanish America. Conferences, written reports, and term papers. Spanish 405. Introduction to Spanish Linguistics. (Other Language Courses) Spanish 275 and 276. Taught in Spanish(3). (Excl). Introduction to linguistic analysis and its application to Spanish, with emphasis on phonetics, phonology, morphology, syntax, and semantics. Other possible topics to be included are diachronic linguistics, psycholinguistics, language acquisition, and sociolinguistics. Spanish 410/Rom. Ling. 410. Spanish Phonetics and Phonology. (Other Language Courses) Spanish 275 and 276. Spanish 405 is strongly recommended. (3). (Excl). Offers a solid theoretical foundation in Spanish phonetics and phonology, including articulatory phonetics, acoustic phonetics, phonological theory, distinctive feature analysis, practice in transcription, contrastive analysis of English and Spanish, the consonantal system and its process, syllable, linguistic atlases, metrics, origins. Spanish 411. Advanced Syntax. (Other Language Courses) Spanish 275 and 276. Spanish 405 is strongly recommended. (3). (Excl). Detailed analysis of specific syntactic problems such as theory of the tenses of the verb, the subjunctive mood, structure of simple and compound sentences. Spanish 413/Rom. Ling. 413/EducationD 455. Teaching Spanish/Applications of Linguistics. (Other Language Courses) Spanish 275 and 276. (3). (Excl). Principles of phonological, morphological, syntactic, and semantic analyses applied to the teaching of Spanish. Spanish 414/Rom. Ling. 414. Background of Modern Spanish. (Other Language Courses) Spanish 275 and 276, and three additional 300-level courses. (3). (Excl). A general history of the Spanish language based on the political and cultural history of Spain. The history of the sounds and forms, word borrowings, and changes in meaning. Spanish 420/Amer. Cult. 420. Latin American & Latino/a Film Studies. (Literature) Spanish 270 or 275. A previous course in Film & Video, or Latin American history, or Latino Studies. (4). (Excl). Laboratory fee ($35) required. Comparative survey of historical & theoretical development in Latin American and Latino/a audio visual media, with an emphasis on the cinema Spanish 425. Latin-American Theater. (Literature) Spanish 275 and 276, and three additional 300-level course. (3). (Excl). Introduction to Latin American theater. Spanish 430. Advanced Studies in Spanish Culture and Society. (Literature) Spanish 275 and 276, and three additional 300-level courses. (3). (Excl). Lectures and discussion relating to the cultural diversity among regions in Spain and the tension between regional and national identities. Spanish 432. Gender, Writing, and Culture. (Literature) Spanish 275 and 276, and three additional 300-level course. (3). (Excl). Readings from the Hispanic world that examine gender identity as a social construct informed by culture, class, ethnicity, race, and by the social imaginary of the Nation. Spanish 435. Independent Study. (Literature) Permission of department. (1-3). (Excl). (INDEPENDENT). May be repeated for a total of three credits. Interested students should contact the concentration advisor. Spanish 437. Introduction to Literature Studies and Criticism. (Literature) Spanish 275 and 276, and three additional 300-level courses. (3). (Excl). May be repeated for a total of six credits. Introduce students to the fundamental principles of literary studies as a discipline. Spanish 440. Literatures and Cultures of the Borderlands: The Politics of Language. (Literature) Spanish 275 and 276, and three additional 300-level course. (3). (Excl). Narratives, poetry, and autobiographical texts by U.S. Latino and Latina writers who explore migration, hybrid identities, interlinguality, and biculturalism. Spanish 445. Romance Studies: Introduction to French-Spanish Literary Relations. (Literature) A reading knowledge of French and Spanish. (3). (Excl). A comparative approach to French and Spanish literature from 1700 to the present. Emphasis is on methodology and practical research based on selected topics of interest to students. Spanish 448. Hispanic Culture Through Community Service Learning. (Literature) Any 300-level Spanish course. (3). (Excl). This course is for students interested in using the Spanish language within a social context. Students participate in a service-learning project within a Spanish-speaking community, working in various capacities with youth or adults in a reciprocal learning and teaching relationship. The class also includes a weekly class seminar. Spanish 450. Middle Ages. (Literature) Spanish 275 and 276, and three additional 300-level courses. (3). (Excl). Studies in Medieval Spanish literature to 1500. Spanish 456. Golden Age. (Literature) Spanish 275 and 276, and three additional 300-level courses. (3). (Excl). Studies in the Golden Age. Spanish 458. The Spanish Picaresque Novel. (Literature) Spanish 275 and 276, and three additional 300-level courses. (3). (Excl). Study of the origins and evolution of the genre. Spanish 459. Don Quijote. (Literature) Spanish 275 and 276, and three additional 300-level courses. (3). (HU). A close study of Cervantes' ideology and its artistic expression. Spanish 460. The Spanish Comedia. (Literature) Spanish 275 and 276, and three additional 300-level courses. (3). (Excl). Readings in the Spanish drama of the late sixteenth and seventeenth centuries. Spanish 464. Spanish Romanticism. (Literature) Spanish 275 and 276, and three additional 300-level courses. (3). (Excl). A survey of Spanish literature of the romantic period. Spanish 465. The Modern Spanish Novel I. (Literature) Spanish 275 and 276, and three additional 300-level courses. (3). (Excl). The new development of realism in nineteenth-century Spain. Spanish 467. Literary and Artistic Movements in Modern Spain. (Literature) Spanish 275 and 276, and three additional 300-level courses. (3). (Excl). May be repeated for a total of 9 credits. Theories of literature and art as reflected in contemporary poetry, the essay, and the novel. Spanish 468. Spanish Theater of the Twentieth Century. (Literature) Spanish 275 and 276, and three additional 300-level courses. (3). (Excl). Representative playwrights from 20th century Spain, with emphasis both on text and performance. Spanish 470. Latin-American Literature, Sixteenth to Nineteenth Centuries. (Literature) Spanish 275 and 276, and three additional 300-level courses. (3). (Excl). Principal literary figures and historical and ideological background. The main emphasis is on Ercilla, Inca Garcilaso, Sor Juana Inés de la Cruz, literature of the independence period, romanticism, Gaucho poetry, costumbrismo, and the origin of modernismo. Spanish 473. Colonial/Postcolonial Studies in Latin-American Cultures. (Literature) Spanish 275 and 276, and three additional 300-level courses. (3). (Excl). Approaches to Latin-American Colonial texts and postcolonial predicaments. Spanish 475. Latin American Narrative of the Twentieth Century. (Literature) Spanish 275 and 276, and three additional 300-level courses. (3). (Excl). May be elected for a total of 9 credits. Concentration on the specific aspects of narration in the modern novel through the analysis of works by the main figures of the century. Conducted in Spanish. Spanish 485. Case Studies in Peninsular Spanish and Latin American Literature. (Literature) Spanish 275 and 276, and three additional 300-level courses. I, II in Ann Arbor; IIIb in Barcelona, Spain. (3). (Excl). May be repeated for a total of six credits. Considers in detail specific problems, figures, movements, works or literary genres in Hispanic literature including Baroque poetry, Jorge Luis Borges, nineteenth-century theatre, Modernist prose works. Conducted in Spanish. Spanish 488. Topics in Hispanic Literatures and Cultures. (Literature) Spanish 275 and 276, and three additional 300-level courses. (3). (Excl). May be repeated for a total of six credits. Study of selected topics in Peninsular Spanish Literature. Spanish 490. Spanish Honors: Introduction to Literary Studies and Criticism. (Literature) One 400-level Spanish literature course, and permission of Honors advisor. (3). (Excl). Introduces the student to the fundamental principles of literary studies as a discipline. Spanish 491. Senior Honors Course. (Literature) Open only to seniors by permission of the departmental Honors Committee. (3). (Excl). (INDEPENDENT). Supervised independent studies and a program of selected readings including conferences, term papers or reports, and written examinations. 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