29 courses with the subject SPAN, 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.
SPAN 101ELEMENTARY SPANISH I. This course is intended for students with no
previous study of Spanish or those who have a low level of communicative proficiency. Classroom activities foster oral communication and provide practice in grammar, reading, and writing. Students develop skills applicable to real-life situations. Culture is presented through examining native speaker perspectives towards their own products and practices and encouraging cross-cultural comparisons. Taught in Spanish. Students who have previously studied Spanish must take the placement exam before enrolling in Spanish 101. Three hours.
SPAN 102ELEMENTARY SPANISH II. Continuation of Spanish 101. Further
development of practical novice- to intermediate-level communication skills including listening, speaking, reading, writing. Students acquire cultural knowledge through continued exposure to cultural products, practices, perspectives and they engage in cross- cultural comparisons. Taught in Spanish. Prerequisite: Spanish 101 or placement exam. Three hours.
SPAN 201INTERMEDIATE SPANISH I. This course is appropriate for students who
have completed Spanish 101 and 102. Classroom activities encourage interpersonal communication at the intermediate level along with continued application of grammar to speaking, reading, and writing. Students develop their ability to produce paragraph-length writing and expand their command of intermediate-level vocabulary. Cultural awareness continues to be emphasized through the examination of products, practices and perspectives from throughout the Spanish-speaking world. Taught in Spanish. Prerequisite: Spanish 102 or placement exam. Three hours.
SPAN 202INTERMEDIATE SPANISH II. Continuation of Spanish 201. Further
development of interpersonal communication at the intermediate level while encouraging communication at the advanced level on the ACTFL scale. Students develop greater facility with paragraph-length discourse in writing. Students seek wisdom by interacting with cultural practice, perspectives, products and productions (e.g. music and texts) from the Spanish-speaking world, while also acquiring the knowledge and skills necessary for successful cross-cultural communication. Taught in Spanish. Prerequisite: Spanish 201 or placement exam. Three hours.
SPAN 303CONVERSATION. This course examines contemporary cultural and social
trends in Spain, the United States, and Latin America and trains students in interpersonal and presentational communication with a professional focus while offering a review of key grammatical structures. This course is designated Speaking Intensive (SI). Required of all Spanish majors and those desiring teacher certification in Spanish. Taught in Spanish.
SPAN 305APPLIED PHONETICS. This course is a systematic examination of how the
sounds of Spanish are produced. By learning and applying phonetic and phonological principles, this course is intended to help students improve their pronunciation. It also introduces the linguistic variation of Spanish in Spain, the United States, and Latin America. Students learn to identify and comprehend the dialects of Spanish and will be trained in using this skill in professional settings. Required of all Spanish majors and those desiring teacher certification in Spanish. Taught in Spanish. Prerequisite: Spanish 202 or placement exam. Spanish 202 may be taken concurrently with permission from the department. Three hours.
SPAN 306COMPOSITION AND GRAMMAR. This class offers an engaging encounter
with advanced Spanish grammar by creating real-life scenarios and situations where students can apply what they learn. Students practice how to target their discourse to specific
SPAN 308INTRODUCTION TO LITERATURE AND FILM. Introduction to
techniques of literary and film analysis via study of representative works by major authors and filmmakers of the Spanish-speaking world. Taught in Spanish. Prerequisite: Spanish 202 or placement exam. Three hours.
SPAN 315PROFESSIONAL SPANISH. This course focuses on the evolution and
current state of fields such as business, healthcare, translation, and media in Spain, the United States, and Latin America. The course will study historical and legal contexts, offer in-depth learning and practice of specific vocabulary and structures relevant to those fields, and develop cultural competency applicable to professional situations. This course also provides an opportunity for students to create a portfolio of documents in Spanish that may be used in a job search and, when possible, the completion of an applied learning project. Taught in Spanish. Prerequisite: Spanish 303 or 306. Instructor permission may be granted to take the class concurrently with or after Spanish 202. Offered periodically, three hours.
SPAN 316BUSINESS CULTURE IN THE HISPANIC WORLD. This course offers an
overview of the process of industrialization and the evolution of the markets of goods and services in Latin America. Students also learn about salaries, labor contracts, and important cases involving business ethics. The course concludes with a study of the rise of Hispanic global brands and their impact in today’s economy. Students read biographies, articles and short stories, and examine different types of media. Taught in Spanish. Prerequisite: Spanish 303 or 306. Instructor permission may be granted to take the class concurrently with or after Spanish 202. Offered periodically, three hours.
SPAN 317SPACE AND URBAN DESIGN IN LATIN AMERICA. In the Latin
American plaza, many different conceptions of how public space is defined and utilized converge, from the Mesopotamian boulevard to the markets, teocallis, and kanchas of the indigenous civilizations of the New World. Through a journey that highlights the key ideas and moments of the history of public space, this class examines the creation of the plaza in Latin America and invites students to make connections with the evolution of Main Street in the United States. Students also explore questions relative to the future of public areas and how redevelopment efforts may affect culture and society in general. Taught in Spanish.
SPAN 318MINISTRY IN SPANISH. An exploration of the historical events
denominational involvement, and important leaders of Latino Protestantism and their effect on the current climate of the Latino church in the United States and Latin America. Students read works from contemporary professors of Hispanic studies and pastoral leadership and interact with pastors and missionaries working with Latino churches. The course introduces vocabulary needed to communicate in Spanish in church and mission settings along with common scripture and worship songs from Latin American countries. Taught in Spanish. concurrently with or after Spanish 202. Offered periodically, three hours.
Spanish 303 or 306. Instructor permission may be granted to take the class
SPAN 320CONTEMPORARY SPAIN. A study of the events and ideas which have
shaped Spain with an emphasis on literary works and authors, cultural achievements and traditions, and the evolution of socioeconomic and political structures from the 20th century to the present. Through readings, videos, discussions and presentations, students will
SPAN 321FOUNDATIONS OF LATIN AMERICAN SOCIETIES. An exploration of
the civilization, culture, literature, and artistic forms of pre-Columbian societies and the changes, challenges, and opportunities brought by the processes of conquest and colonization. Students read firsthand accounts and chronicles of this period as well as the questions and objections raised by members of the Church to how colonization was being implemented. The course examines the contributions of the African populations to Latin American societies and concludes with a study of the Baroque period, including architecture, poetry, and painting. Taught in Spanish. This course is designated Information Literacy (IL) and Writing Intensive (WI). Prerequisite: Spanish 308 and one of Spanish 303, 305, or 306. Offered periodically, three hours.
SPAN 325INDEPENDENCE AND NATIONAL IDENTITIES IN LATIN
AMERICA. A study of the situation of the Spanish colonies in the 18 th century and its most recognized cultural productions. This course explores the causes and effects of independence, the power struggles that ensued after the foundation of the Latin American nations, and the role played by foreign powers in the establishment of national identities during the end of the 19th century. Students read travel accounts, chronicles of everyday life, manifestos, and the foundational narratives of the young republics, including novels and poetry. The course concludes with the social and aesthetic conditions that produced Modernismo, one of Latin America’s most recognized artistic periods. Taught in Spanish. This course is designated Information Literacy (IL) and Writing Intensive (WI). Offered periodically, three hours.
SPAN 328PEACE AND RECONCILIATION IN LATIN AMERICA. An exploration
of the most representative poetry, essays, film, short stories, art, and fiction of the 20 th century in Latin America. The course investigates the main causes and effects of civil conflict in this geographical area and introduces students to the reconciliation and peace processes that took place during the end of the last century. This course is designated Information Literacy (IL) and Writing Intensive (WI). Taught in Spanish. Prerequisites: Spanish 308 and one of Spanish 303, 305, or 306. Offered periodically, three hours.
SPAN 330MEDIEVAL AND GOLDEN AGE SPAIN. A study of representative authors
and works of the Middle Ages, Renaissance, and Golden Age. This course explores the development of Spanish poetry, narrative, and theater in its historical and cultural contexts. Readings may include the Cantar de Mio Cid, El Conde Lucanor, El Libro de Buen Amor, Jorge Manrique, Garcilaso de la Vega, Fray Luis de León, San Juan de la Cruz, El Quijote, Lope de Vega, etc. This course is designated Information Literacy (IL) and Writing Intensive (WI). Taught in Spanish. Prerequisites: Spanish 308 and one of Spanish 303, 305, or 306. Offered periodically, three hours.
SPAN 331THE SPANISH ENLIGHTENMENT AND ITS AFTERMATH. A study of
Spanish Romanticism, Realism, and Generation of ’98 with readings from authors such as Espronceda, Zorrilla, Bécquer, Rosalía de Castro, Galdós, Pardo Bazán, Blasco Ibáñez, Unamuno, and Baroja. Nineteenth-century Spain is characterized by enormous political and
SPAN 344HISPANICS IN THE U.S. A study of the lifestyles, heritage, influence
thoughts, and experiences of Cuban, Puerto Rican, Mexican American, Dominican, and other Spanish speakers in the United States today. Through extensive reading, videos and discussion, we will explore contemporary issues and topics of interest such as demographics, immigration, discrimination, workers' rights, education, the arts, customs, beliefs and daily life. The course will foster a greater awareness of the similarities and differences existing between these communities, as well as their contributions to American society. Of particular interest to students of Spanish, sociology, and political science. Taught in Spanish. Required of all Spanish majors and those desiring teacher certification in Spanish. Prerequisites: Spanish 308 and one of Spanish 303, 305, or 306. Alternate years, three hours.
SPAN 362ASPECTS OF LANGUAGE LEARNING. A course designed to provide
opportunities to teach various grammar aspects of the Spanish language, and to examine and implement a variety of technical aspects and resources in the foreign language curriculum in preparation for student teaching. Teacher candidates will regularly reflect on their teaching experiences and will develop a portfolio of materials representing their teaching in the target language. Taught in English. Required of all students desiring teacher certification in a foreign language. Two hours.
SPAN 390STUDIES IN SPANISH. The topics of this course will vary each semester
addressing a variety of themes in linguistics or matters of cultural, social, and historical importance in the Hispanic world, including, but not limited to, Spain, Latin America, and Hispanics in the United States. Taught in Spanish. Offered periodically, one, two or three hours.
SPAN 480INTERNSHIP IN SPANISH. This is an opportunity for advanced Spanish
students to participate in a meaningful learning experience under the supervision of both an employer and department faculty member. Most internships take place during the summer months. One to six hours.
