31 courses with the subject SPN, 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.
SPN 1111Beginning Spanish Language and Culture I4
The first semester sequence of beginning Spanish language study. Students learn basic sentence structures and patterns and develop basic oral communication. Focus is on listening and speaking skills. Prerequisite Courses: placement exam or consent of instructor.
SPN 1112Beginning Spanish Language and Culture II (Foundations : VFWL - World Language)4
The second semester sequence of beginning Spanish language study. Students learn more complex structures and continue developing oral communicative abilities with increased emphasis on reading and writing. Prerequisite Courses: C- or higher in SPN 1111, placement exam or consent of instructor.
Intermediate course that deals with the more sophisticated elements of Spanish grammar and communication. All four skills - listening, speaking, reading and writing - are emphasized. Prerequisite Courses: Placement exam, SPN 1112 or consent of instructor.
This course is part of a two-semester in-depth examination of Spanish grammar with substantial vocabulary building. Listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills are all practiced in conjunction with cultural and situational contexts. Prerequisite Courses: SPN 2102 or consent of instructor.
This course is part of a two-semester in-depth examination of Spanish grammar with substantial vocabulary building. Listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills are all practiced in conjunction with cultural and situational contexts. Prerequisite Courses: SPN 2102 or consent of instructor.
This course focuses on developing speaking skills through analysis and discussion of contemporary texts in Spanish including short films, music, readings (short essays, newspaper articles and short literary works) and current events. Classes will be conducted in Spanish. Prerequisite Courses: Previous 3000 level course in Spanish.
SPN 3303The Other Americas (Integrations : VISS - Social Science)4
Cross-listed with LIS 3303. Taught in English. A course designed to introduce the student to the complex issues concerning contemporary Latin America. Students will explore current topics and events from a multi disciplinary point of view.Equivalent Course: GSJ 3303
This course is required for students pursuing a Minnesota K-12 license to teach Spanish. Explores various techniques for teaching Spanish, curriculum development, instructional planning strategies, and assessment of student progress. Prerequisite Courses: Admission to teacher education program.
Discover the beauty of the Spanish language through poetry. Approach and appreciate cultures of the Spanish speaking world through reading and reciting of works by contemporary and classic authors. Improve interpretive, interpersonal, and presentational communication skills in Spanish. Prerequisite Courses: SPN 2102 or consent of instructor.
Enter literary worlds created by contemporary and classic Spanish language authors. Expand knowledge of cultural and historical contexts through short stories. Improve interpretive, interpersonal, and presentational communication skills in Spanish. Prerequisite Courses: SPN 2102 or consent of instructor.
Journey through the rich history and culture landscapes of Spain. Explore major historical events, philosophical movements, political and economic changes as reflected in such cultural expressions as art, music, dance, cinema, cuisine, literature and current events. Improve interpretive, interpersonal, and presentational communication skills in Spanish. Prerequisite Courses: SPN 2102 or consent of instructor.
Journey through the rich history and culture landscapes of Latin America. Explore major historical events, philosophical movements, political and economic changes as reflected in such cultural expressions as art, music, dance, cinema, cuisine, literature and current events. Improve interpretive, interpersonal, and presentational communication skills in Spanish. Prerequisite Courses: SPN 2102 or consent of instructor.
Explore the histories and cultures of Latin@s in the U.S. Through a lens of cultural expressions, consider themes of migration, culture, and identity. Improve interpretive, interpersonal, and presentational communication skills in Spanish. Prerequisite Courses: SPN 2102 or consent of instructor.
SPN 3777Topics in Hispanic Culture and Civilization or Literature0-4
Offers in-depth study of subjects not covered in the general language sequence of the curriculum. Topics chosen will be based on relevance to both the Spanish and the International Studies curricula. Prerequisite Courses: SPN 2102 or consent of instructor.
Analyze issues of inequality, oppression, and discrimination in the Spanish-speaking world through literature. Reflect upon the role of literature in drawing attention to social justice issues and stimulating change. Improve interpretive, interpersonal, and presentational communication skills in Spanish. Students should have an advanced proficiency level of Spanish for this course; consult the instructor for a proficiency assessment.
SPN 3855HECUA: Social and Political Transformation in Ecuador4
Examines development, government policies, and social participation in political processes in Ecuador through HECUA. Students learn about the difficulties of implementing changes, and how various social actors participate in the political process through an immersive study-abroad experience. No knowledge of Spanish is required.Equivalent Course: GCL 3855
Discover the development, influences, and historical trajectory of literature written by women in Latin America. Critically analyze works from various genres as cultural and literary expressions of women in Latin American cultural contexts. Improve interpretive, interpersonal, and presentational communication skills in Spanish. Prerequisite Courses: SPN 2102 or consent of instructor.
Enter the world of myths and legends from the Spanish speaking world to explore their cultural and personal significance. Develop and practice oral storytelling techniques. Improve interpretive, interpersonal, and presentational communication skills in Spanish. Prerequisite Courses: SPN 2102 or consent of instructor.
SPN 3951Masterpieces of Hispanic Literature (Conceptions : VCLI - Literature)4
Enjoy classic works of literature from Latin America and broaden cultural and literary knowledge. Improve interpretive, interpersonal, and presentational communication skills in Spanish. Prerequisite Courses: SPN 3101 or SPN 3102 or consent of instructor.
Develop communicative competency, linguistic and cultural, with regard to practitioner-patient communication within a latinx context. Improve interpretive, interpersonal, and presentational communication skills in Spanish.Prerequisite Courses: SPN 3150 or SPN 3303 or SPN 3514 or SPN 3516 or SPN 3601 or SPN 3602 or SPN 3777 or SPN 3901 or SPN 3951