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Syllabus Fall 2008 – Spanish 1411
 

Schedule

Description

Spanish 1411 is an introduction to the Spanish language and culture for students with minimal knowledge of Spanish. It is a beginning college level Spanish course that introduces students to basic grammar, vocabulary and culture through a communicative approach. Students will acquire and continuously practice listening, reading, speaking, and writing skills in the target language.
 

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Text:                            Plazas: Lugar de encuentros

Author:                                Hershberger/Navey-Davis/Borrás

Publisher:                            Thomson Heinle

Year Published:                                 2007

Edition:                                 Third Edition

ISBN:                                     978-1-4282-0504-8

The book and Quia packet for the course may be purchased by mail, fax, or in person through the TVCC Bookstore located in Athens, voice: 903.675.6203, fax: 903.675.6316 or e-mail: jquattlebaum@tvcc.edu.

While students are not prohibited from purchasing textbooks or course materials from other sources, care should be taken to secure the exact resources required. 

• A Spanish Dictionary is a suggested resource for this class.
• Quick Study Chart “Spanish Grammar” is an excellent course supplement that outlines the major topics taught in Spanish courses.  This is a great study guide and can be purchased at TVCC Bookstore.   Cost: $4.95: ISBN 157222544-0             Website: www.quickstudy charts.com

Course Delivery and Methodology

This course is offered as face-to-face traditional course. A student choosing to take this course must have access to the Internet and e-mail address.

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Expectations                                                                                                                                                           The student is expected to come prepared and ready to actively participate in all class activities. This means: reading the assigned chapter pages before class, completing assigned homework for the date indicated, and attending all class sessions. Learning a second language can be a fun, rewarding experience. However, it is a process that requires dedication, motivation, commitment, and discipline. Time and practice are essential. Students are encouraged to speak to native speakers, watch Spanish TV or movies, and read Spanish magazines or newspapers.

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course, you will be able to: 

• Identify basic structures, expressions, and common vocabulary.
• Demonstrate the understanding of most routine questions.
• Read familiar material with comprehension.
• Write familiar material using correct spelling, capitalization, and punctuation.
• Experience various aspects of another culture.

Course Requirements

Grades will be distributed in the following manner:

         90-100 = A

                        80-90 = B

          70-80 = C

         60 -70 = D

   59 or less = F

Course Requirement Overview

Attendance:

 Your attendance will be factored into the final grade. In order to be successful in Spanish 1411, the student must be engaged and participate in class discussion and group work. You can not learn a language if you do not speak and attend class. I do not make the distinction between excused or unexcused absences. Because of this, two absences will not affect your grade. Three or more absences will however lower your final grade by 5 points for each day missing. Students with excessive absences will be strongly encouraged to drop the course since a passing grade will be difficult to attain. I will regretfully drop a student after 9 absences. If you attain perfect attendance and your attendance remains punctual, 5“bonus” points will be added to your final course grade at the end of the semester. Punctuality is defined as being no more than five minutes late at the beginning of class and remaining until the class is officially dismissed.

Examinations:

 You will take three exams. Each exam is multiple choice format and objective based. Each exam includes 50 multiple-choice items with each item being worth 2 points. Please bring a number two pencil and Scantron answer sheet to all examinations.

Oral Presentation:

The title of the presentation will be, “Mis preferencias personales”, which means your personal preferences. You may read your presentation to the class and it should last at least 1.5 minutes.  You will need to turn in a typed copy of your oral presentation.  All written papers should be typed in Times New Roman, 12 pt and double spaced. You can use pages 92-99 in your book to help you get going but keep it simple and use the vocabulary that you are learning. Remember you are being graded on presentation, correct pronunciation, sentence structure and fluency in speaking. 

Vocabulary Quizzes:

Each quiz will be taken from the end of chapter vocabulary, “Vocabulario esencial”, including 35 words worth 2 points. The English word will be written and you will write the meaning in Spanish.  Spelling counts and that means accents. No special answer sheet required.               

Academic Integrity:

By registering and taking this course, the student declares that he/she will be the author of all work submitted for the course. Allowing another individual to complete assignments, using an online translator, or cheating on exams constitutes fraud and academic dishonesty. Should such behavior come to the attention of the instructor, the student will be dropped from the course or receive a grade of “F.”

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does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or other legislated

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