9 courses with the subject SPA, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
SPA 1010Latin American Popular Culture3
This course examines distinguishing features of contemporary Latin American culture. It will provide students an understanding of modern daily life, including topics such as fashion, popular music, television, etc. Emphasis will be given to social and business etiquette, especially for students who wish to prepare themselves to engage in intercultural or international transactions. PREREQUISITES: None
This course is designed to equip students with the language skills necessary to communicate effectively in professional settings where Spanish is spoken. This course integrates specialized professional terminology designed specifically for the students enrolled. Students will learn to navigate real-world situations through practical dialogues, role-playing, and written exercises that simulate workplace scenarios. Emphasis is placed on oral and written communication, to cultivate confidence, and empower students to interact with Spanish-speaking clients, colleagues, and other key players in the workforce. In addition to language-specific proficiency, the course covers cultural nuances and professional etiquette specific to Spanish-speaking communities. By the end of the course, students will be better prepared to use Spanish in their chosen professions, making them more competitive in a globalized job market. PREREQUISITES:
This course introduces the building blocks of Spanish, focusing on developing listening, reading, speaking, and writing skills utilizing a communicative approach to language acquisition. Students will learn essential vocabulary and grammar through authentic resources and activities. Zeroing in on meaning over form, emphasizing correct pronunciation, basic sentence structure, and expressions used in typical scenarios. Classroom activities will be student- centered and communicative, fostering authentic and meaningful interactions, encouraging risk-taking, and incorporating differentiated instruction. Students will be introduced to the cultures of the Spanish-speaking world, through children’s literature, videos, and cultural activities, fostering growth in cultural competencies and language proficiency. No prior knowledge of Spanish is required. PREREQUISITES: None
Building upon the language and cultural competencies acquired in SPA 1201, this course strengthens students' proficiency in listening, reading, speaking, and writing in Spanish, scaffolding language skills to increase comprehensibility in syntax, interpretation, and pronunciation. Students will broaden their vocabulary, enhance their understanding of Spanish grammar, utilize more complex sentence structures, and strengthen their awareness of the cultural nuances throughout the Spanish-speaking world. This course prioritizes student engagement and communication, promoting genuine, real-life exchanges, and supporting risk- taking. New vocabulary and grammar structures (such as the preterit, imperfect, and future tenses) are taught thematically using authentic materials. PREREQUISITES: SPA 1201 or permission of the instructor
This course allows students with a foundational understanding of Spanish to develop their language proficiency. Students will deepen their knowledge of Spanish grammar, including verb tenses, and sentence structure while expanding their vocabulary to engage in more complex conversations. This course allows students to participate in authentic, meaningful activities, with lessons taught thematically and enriched with cultural context when relevant. Each unit 293
A course of directed study for majors who have completed all other coursework offered in Spanish. Appropriate readings and supervision of a written study will be arranged between the student and the instructor. PREREQUISITE: Permission of the instructor
