SPAN 2101 - Intermediate Spanish A
North Terrace Campus - Semester 1 - 2024
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General Course Information
Course Details
Course Code SPAN 2101 Course Intermediate Spanish A Coordinating Unit European Languages, and Linguistics Term Semester 1 Level Undergraduate Location/s North Terrace Campus Units 3 Contact Up to 4 hours per week Available for Study Abroad and Exchange Y Prerequisites SPAN 1004 Incompatible SPAN 2001. Students who have taken and passed an Intermediate Level Spanish course at other Universities are not permitted to enrol Assessment Class participation 10%, 2 x Semester tests 40%, Oral presentation 20%, Composition 30% Course Staff
Course Coordinator: Dr Paula Plastic
Course Timetable
The full timetable of all activities for this course can be accessed from .
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Learning Outcomes
Course Learning Outcomes
Students who complete this course will:
1 Acquire an advanced level of knowledge on the use of various tenses in the Indicative Mood and sentence structures in the Spanish language. 2 Further acquire and develop the ability to write sentences, paragraphs and compositions in the Spanish language. 3 Enhance their ability to independently explore sources to produce oral presentations on topics pertaining to the culture of the Spanish-speaking world. 4 Develop their capacity to maintain a conversation in Spanish with a group of classmates and people outside the university. 5 Further develop reading and comprehension skills. 6 Work in groups to do research on different topics pertaining to the Spanish language and culture and present their findings to an audience. 7 To prepare oral presentations in Spanish, using visual and aural clues, and appropriate technology. 8 Develop a positive attitude towards reading, writing and speaking in Spanish. 9 Further develop and enhance the ability to synthetize, analyse and present information both in written and oral forms in Spanish. 10 To discover cultural differences between Australia and the Spanish-speaking world, and to make respectful comparisons between the two worldviews. University Graduate Attributes
This course will provide students with an opportunity to develop the Graduate Attribute(s) specified below:
University Graduate Attribute Course Learning Outcome(s) Attribute 1: Deep discipline knowledge and intellectual breadth
Graduates have comprehensive knowledge and understanding of their subject area, the ability to engage with different traditions of thought, and the ability to apply their knowledge in practice including in multi-disciplinary or multi-professional contexts.
1, 2, 3 Attribute 2: Creative and critical thinking, and problem solving
Graduates are effective problems-solvers, able to apply critical, creative and evidence-based thinking to conceive innovative responses to future challenges.
3, 5, 9 Attribute 3: Teamwork and communication skills
Graduates convey ideas and information effectively to a range of audiences for a variety of purposes and contribute in a positive and collaborative manner to achieving common goals.
4, 6 Attribute 4: Professionalism and leadership readiness
Graduates engage in professional behaviour and have the potential to be entrepreneurial and take leadership roles in their chosen occupations or careers and communities.
3, 4, 6, 8, 9 Attribute 5: Intercultural and ethical competency
Graduates are responsible and effective global citizens whose personal values and practices are consistent with their roles as responsible members of society.
3, 6, 10 Attribute 6: Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural competency
Graduates have an understanding of, and respect for, Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander values, culture and knowledge.
. Attribute 7: Digital capabilities
Graduates are well prepared for living, learning and working in a digital society.
. Attribute 8: Self-awareness and emotional intelligence
Graduates are self-aware and reflective; they are flexible and resilient and have the capacity to accept and give constructive feedback; they act with integrity and take responsibility for their actions.
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Learning Resources
Required Resources
You will need a workbook, . This is a very inexpensive ebook that you will use in SPAN 2101 and 2102. You may print and bind it or use it in its digital form. All other materials will be provided via MyUni.
Recommended Resources
You will be typing in Spanish when completing tasks. In order to spell words correctly, work more efficiently, and avoid penalties, make sure you add the Spanish keyboard to your devices. Here are some resources that may help you:
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Learning & Teaching Activities
Learning & Teaching Modes
In this course, you will be asked to:
• Attend 1 x 2-hour seminar / week
• Attend 2 x 1-hour tutorial / week
• Complete homework/assignments (Vocabulary and Grammar Quizzes, Discussions, etc.)
• Revise content studied in class regularly
• Sit a midterm, a final, and an oral exam
Seminars: Seminars are not lectures, they will not be recorded and they are highly interactive. However, you will have access to all teaching and learning materials (slides, activities, and answers). What would a seminar look like? Instructors will introduce units of work, explain the main grammatical points, and facilitate activities to make sure you understand what has been presented. You will be asked to download a vocabulary list prior to each unit, revise content, and come prepared.
Tutorials: Tutorials are even more practical. Students will revise vocabulary and complete reading, listening, and viewing activities, as well as prepare for the oral exam. Tutorials begin in week 1 of the semester.
Independent work: Learning a language takes time so you will be expected to complete homework and practice outside of class time.Workload
The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.
1 x 1-hour lecture per week x 12 weeks............................................. 12 hours per semester 2 X 1 hour workshops per week X 12 weeks................................................ 24 hours per semester 5 hours homework and assignment preparation X 12 weeks....................... 60 hours per semester 2 hours research per week X 12 weeks.................................................... 24 hours per semester 12 hours oral presentation per semester ................................................. 12 hours per semester 24 hours composition writing per semester .............................................. 24 hours per semester TOTAL WORKLOAD............................................................................. 156 hours per semester Learning Activities Summary
Schedule Week 1 Introduction to SPAN 1003
1. Structure
2. Expectations
3. Assessment
4. Resources
Communication
1. Introducing yourself
2. Talking about present habits
3. Talking about our childhood
Vocabulary
1. En clase
Grammar
1. Repaso A1: presente del indicativo, pretérito(s), oraciones coordinadas, verbos reflexivos, verbos regulares e irregulares, perífrases de futuro > voy + a + infinitivoWeeks 2-3 Unit 1: Volver a empezar
Communication
1. Talking about present habits
2. Narrating past experiences and their duration
Vocabulary
1. Work, life changes, plans
Pronunciation/Intonation
1. Verbs conjugated in the past
Grammar
1. El pretérito perfecto simple vs. el pretérito imperfecto
2. Perífrasis verbales: Empezar a + infinitivo, acabar de + infinitivo, terminar de + infinitivo, volver a + infinitivo, dejar de + infinitivo, llevar/seguir + gerundio
3. Desde, desde que, desde hace…
4. Pronombres posesivos
Culture
1. Irse de casaWeeks 4-5 Unit 2: ¿Qué tal me queda?
Communication
1. Describing
2. Expressing preferences
3. Suggesting
Vocabulary
1. Fashion (Items of clothing, accessories, materials, style, colours, patterns)
2. Adjectives to describe cut, items, and outfits Grammar
1. Direct Objects (DO) and Direct Object Pronouns (DOP)
2. Syntax I
3. Repaso: presente indicativo, pretérito perfecto simple vs. imperfecto
Pronunciation / Intonation
1. Verbs including DOP and IOP
Culture
1. Fast fashion vs. sustainable fashionWeek 6 Midterm Exam Weeks 7-8 Unit 3: Turismo sostenible
Communication
1. Narrating anecdotal information and sequences in the past
2. Showing interest when listening to a past narration
3. Presenting cause and consequences
Vocabulary
1. Travelling, tourism, sustainability
Pronunciation/Intonation
1. /v/ vs /b/
Grammar
1. Linking words to talk about cause and effect: como, porque, así que, de modo que, como resultado…
2. Perfect tenses indicative mode
3. Combining preterite tenses in narration
Culture
1. Ecoturism in EcuadorWeeks 9-10 Unit 4 : ¡Ya está bien!
Communication
1. Expressing wishes, desires, claims, and needs
2. Proposing solutions
Vocabulary
1. La educación
2. Política y Sociedad
Pronunciation/Intonation
1. Exclamations
Grammar
1. Presente del subjuntivo
2. Querer /pedir/exigir/necesitar + infinitivo
3. Querer/pedir/exigir/necesitar que + subjuntivo
Culture
1. Inequality and gender gap(s)
2. Social (in)justiceWeek 11 Revision + Oral Exam Week 12 Final Exam -
Assessment
The University's policy on Assessment for Coursework Programs is based on the following four principles:
- Assessment must encourage and reinforce learning.
- Assessment must enable robust and fair judgements about student performance.
- Assessment practices must be fair and equitable to students and give them the opportunity to demonstrate what they have learned.
- Assessment must maintain academic standards.
Assessment Summary
Assessment Task Task Type Weighting Course Learning Outcome(s) Preparation, Participation, Attendance Formative & Summative 10% 4, 5, 6, 8 Homework + Quizzes Summative 20% 1, 5, 8, 9, 10 Midterm Exam Formative 20% 1, 5, 8, 9, 10 Oral Exam Formative & Summative 20% 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 Final Exam Summative 30% 2, 5, 9, 10
Assessment Detail
Students must attend and participate actively in all tutorials. Students must achieve a minimum of 80% attendance to tutorials in order to succeed in this course.
Participation: Students are expected to actively participate in all activities, both in seminars and tutorials.
Homework: Students will be required to complete homework tasks on a weekly basis.
Mid-term Exam: The midterm exam will cover the content studied in Weeks 1-6.
Final test: The final exam will include all grammar points studied in class as well as a vocabulary section, a reading comprehension, and a listening component.Submission
Deadlines
Deadlines are not optional and they are the same for every student taking this course to make your learning experience as fair as possible. You are only allowed to submit one piece of homework or assignment late per semester. Any subsequent late submission will not count towards your grade for Homework + Quizzes.
Extensions are granted on medical, compassionate, or extenuating circumstances recognised under the University’s Modified Arrangements for Coursework Assessment Policy. The completed extension application form and any documentation (such as a medical or counsellor's certification) should be emailed to the contact listed on the form and submitted at least 5 days before the assessment due date.Course Grading
Grades for your performance in this course will be awarded in accordance with the following scheme:
M10 (Coursework Mark Scheme) Grade Mark Description FNS Fail No Submission F 1-49 Fail P 50-64 Pass C 65-74 Credit D 75-84 Distinction HD 85-100 High Distinction CN Continuing NFE No Formal Examination RP Result Pending Further details of the grades/results can be obtained from Examinations.
Grade Descriptors are available which provide a general guide to the standard of work that is expected at each grade level. More information at Assessment for Coursework Programs.
Final results for this course will be made available through .
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Student Feedback
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SELTs are an important source of information to inform individual teaching practice, decisions about teaching duties, and course and program curriculum design. They enable the University to assess how effectively its learning environments and teaching practices facilitate student engagement and learning outcomes. Under the current SELT Policy (http://www.adelaide.edu.au/policies/101/) course SELTs are mandated and must be conducted at the conclusion of each term/semester/trimester for every course offering. Feedback on issues raised through course SELT surveys is made available to enrolled students through various resources (e.g. MyUni). In addition aggregated course SELT data is available.
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Student Support
- Academic Integrity for Students
- Academic Support with Maths
- Academic Support with writing and study skills
- Careers Services
- Library Services for Students
- LinkedIn Learning
- Student Life Counselling Support - Personal counselling for issues affecting study
- Students with a Disability - Alternative academic arrangements
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Policies & Guidelines
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- Academic Credit Arrangements Policy
- Academic Integrity Policy
- Academic Progress by Coursework Students Policy
- Assessment for Coursework Programs Policy
- Copyright Compliance Policy
- Coursework Academic Programs Policy
- Intellectual Property Policy
- IT Acceptable Use and Security Policy
- Modified Arrangements for Coursework Assessment Policy
- Reasonable Adjustments to Learning, Teaching & Assessment for Students with a Disability Policy
- Student Experience of Learning and Teaching Policy
- Student Grievance Resolution Process
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