Module SPAN2111: SPANISH LANGUAGE 2B

Department: Modern Language and Cultures (Spanish)

SPAN2111: SPANISH LANGUAGE 2B

Prerequisites

• Spanish Language 1B (SPAN1072).

Corequisites

• None.

Excluded Combination of Modules

• Spanish Language 2A (SPAN2011) OR Spanish Language 2A and Year Abroad (SPAN2131) OR Spanish Language 2B and Year Abroad (SPAN2121), Not available to students following the European Studies programme.

Aims

• In year 2 students improve and expand their written and oral skills, expanding on the foundation of grammatical and syntactical accuracy consolidated at Level 1, so as to explore more sophisticated modes of verbal expression and variety of linguistic registers.

Content

• This is the core language module for students who have taken module SPAN1072 Spanish Language 1B, and it is designed to reinforce and develop the Spanish language skills acquired in year 1. Students will attend grammar, comprehension and oral classes, but will also be expected to work outside these to develop strategies for independent study, with particular emphasis on preparation for their year abroad.

Learning Outcomes

• This module is designed to consolidate and systematise grammatical understanding, expand vocabulary, increase fluency and enhance comprehension of spoken and written Spanish, and to develop studnets' knowledge of aspects of Hispanic cultures.

• Students will develop the basic skills of reading, writing, listening and speaking and linguistic abilities in Spanish.
• By the end of the module, they should be able to demonstrate an adequate grasp of Spanish grammar, produce suitable written material and be able to communicate effectively and accurately in most everyday situations.

Modes of Teaching, Learning and Assessment and how these contribute to the learning outcomes of the module

• Students must attend three classes per week, each of which will focus on the following skills: (a) grammar and writing (b) audiovisual (comprehension and listening) (c) speaking Oral and comprehension classes will be conducted exclusively in Spanish. Grammar/writing classes will use English for explanation of grammatical structures and Spanish for practical exercises. As they form an important learning tool, students are required to attend all classes, which should be prepared and backed up thoroughly, and to participate actively in all activities, whether individual or group-based.

Teaching Methods and Learning Hours

Summative Assessment

Formative Assessment:

Regular written assignments; listening comprehensions; oral practice.

■ Attendance at all activities marked with this symbol will be monitored. Students who fail to attend these activities, or to complete the summative or formative assessment specified above, will be subject to the procedures defined in the University's General Regulation V, and may be required to leave the University