13 courses with the subject SP, 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.
An introduction to the four basic language skills in Spanish with em- phasis on conversation and aural comprehension. Prerequisite for SP 112: SP 111 or equivalent preparation. Note: In order to proceed to the next course in this sequence, a min- imum grade of C- is required.
This course is strictly directed to the bilingual student who speaks Spanish but lacks the academic linguistic skills required for profi- ciency in the written language. The course is designed to bring at- tention to grammatical needs which heritage speakers share.
Introductory course in Spanish with a focus on utility for students with professional and/or academic foreign language requirements. Focuses on communication skills, emphasizing vocabulary, reading, and writing.
A review of elementary structures and skills; more advanced grammar is added to improve fluency and accuracy; selected readings from promi- nent writers; and an introduction to Hispanic culture and art. Classes are conducted in Spanish with some English for clarity. Prerequisite for SP 222: SP 221 or equivalent preparation. Note: In order to proceed to the next course in this sequence, a mini- mum grade of C- is required.
Intensive phonetic practice and development of spontaneous conver- sational skills and fluency; analysis of problems in writing and speak- ing Spanish.
This is a conversation course for the advanced language student. By viewing films, both from Spain and Spanish America, the student will become aware of the linguistic as well as the social differences in the various areas where Spanish is spoken. The objectives will be multi- ple: to appreciate the art of filmmaking, to improve comprehension of the spoken language, to increase vocabulary, to examine cultural differences and to perfect the spoken language through dialogue and discussion.
See AR 232.
A survey of the contributions of the Spanish-speaking Old and New Worlds, with an emphasis on their arts and social history; the unique cultural resources of the New York metropolitan area will be fully explored. No knowledge of Spanish is required as course is taught in English. 135
Selected readings from Latin American and Peninsular literature. This survey course is in preparation for the more intensive work in advanced literature courses. Students are trained in the techniques of reading crit ically for literary meaning and in analyzing the historical evolution of specific literary movements. Reading and writing capability in Spanish is required. Prerequisite: SP 221 or 222.
This is an advanced literature course for students who are proficient in the language and intend to major or minor in Spanish. The reading selections are mostly dramas (comedias in Spanish), written in verse form from the 16th and 17th centuries. Authors such as Lope de Vega, Calderon de la Barca, and Gongora will be studied. Classes will be in Spanish. Prerequisite: SP 332.
This course examines the development of a literary genre which be- comes identified as the Latin American novel of the 1960’s, produced by brilliant writers during an era known as "The Boom." Well-known names such as Fuentes, Cortazar, Borges, and Marquez distinguish themselves as the creators of this unique new way of writing, which is no longer based on European models but is genuinely Spanish Ameri- can. Classes will be in Spanish. Prerequisite: SP 332.
Great literary works from all over the world should be appreciated without the impediment of a language barrier. As most great works are accessible in translation, we provide our students with a variety of authors from areas as Europe and Latin America. Each semester the focus might shift from one major writer to a survey of a particular period, according to need. Classes will be in English.
This course allows the student to enter Cervantes’ world of 16th and 17th Century Spain through an overview of his major works and a careful analysis of his masterful novel, Don Quijote de la Mancha. Ade- quate knowledge of Spanish is essential as the main objective is the appreciation of the linguistic as well as the literary creativity of this genius. Attention will be placed on his artistic inheritance from the Ital ian Humanists as it surfaces throughout the two volumes of this great novel. Classes will be in Spanish.
Source: Dominican University New York's catalog, linked per course · table learning_unit · CourseShelf publish 61
