Spanish: Elementary Spanish II (B)

About SPAN 1200 B

Continuation of SPAN 1100. The fundamentals of Spanish grammar through composition, comprehension, pronunciation, speaking, reading, and writing in a cultural context. Classes are conducted in Spanish and students engage in active use of the language. Credit not awarded for SPAN 1200 following receipt of credit for any SPAN course numbered SPAN 2100 or above. Prerequisite: SPAN 1100 or equivalent.

Notes

Prereq: SPAN 1100 or equivalent; Open to Degree and PACE students System waitlisting enabled for this section

Section Description

SPAN 1200 is the second course in a two-semester sequence of beginning Spanish. It is designed for students who have successfully completed SPAN 1100 at the University of Vermont, as well as students with previous experience in Spanish who have scored the requisite number of points in the UVM placement test. The course emphasizes all four skills: speaking, listening, reading, and writing. Upon completion of this course, students will be able to use their newly acquired skills to communicate in Spanish in a realistic and culturally appropriate manner. All classes are taught in Spanish.

COURSE OBJECTIVES

-speak and write at a basic level using vocabulary about food, festivals, health, technology, nature, and city life
-respond in writing and orally to prompts/questions using the past tense and distinguish between the preterite/imperfect
-review and use the present tense in writing and speech
-give basic advice/recommendations using formal/informal commands and the present subjunctive
-provide personal information, state opinions, make comparisons, and talk about preferences and immediate needs
-listen to and understand basic oral conversations in Spanish
-read and understand non-complex texts (literary or other) in Spanish
-broaden your cultural knowledge of the Spanish-speaking world
-identify cultural differences between and among Spanish-speaking communities and countries

Within three months prior to enrolling in your first language class at UVM, you need to take the online placement test (even if you haven't studied the language) and enroll in the course level recommended. If you enroll in a class without taking the test, or enroll in a class below your recommended level, the system will disenroll you from the course.

Section Expectation

The University of Vermont respects the Department of Education’s definition of a credit hour. For every hour spent in class, you are expected to spend approximately 2 hours outside of class. Thus, in SPAN 1200, a 4-credit course, you should plan to spend about 8 hours a week outside of the classroom preparing assignments and studying.

Evaluation

Grades are based on exams, homework, quizzes, writing assignments, attendance/participation, and an oral exam.

Important Dates

Note: These dates may change before registration begins.

Courses may be cancelled due to low enrollment. Show your interest by enrolling.

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