CITRUS COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT CREDIT COURSE OUTLINE DEPARTMENT Foreign Language COURSE NUMBER SPAN 211 TITLE Reading and Composition for Speakers of Spanish II COURSE PURPOSE(check all that apply) Distance Ed [X] Degree Applicable [X] UNIT VALUE 5 LECTURE HOURS 90 LAB HOURS 0 HOURS ARRANGED 0 Transfer Options: UC Transferable CSU Transferable ENTRANCE SKILLS, PREREQUISITES, OR CO-REQUISITES Strongly Recommended SPAN 210: Intermediate Spanish for Speakers of Spanish and fluency in oral Spanish. Strongly Recommended ENGL 099: Introduction to Reading and Composition or Strongly Recommended READ 099: Reading Skills if required by English placement exam or if required by English level. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Foreign Languages
REPEATABILITY: Student may receive credit for this course up to ( 1 ) time(s). MAXIMUM ENROLLMENT: 30 GRADING METHOD: Grade or Pass/No Pass. FEES None CATALOG COURSE DESCRIPTION A course for students who are fluent speakers of Spanish but who need to practice and refine their writing skills and formal oral skills. Reading in the literature of Spanish-speaking cultures. Review of grammar. COURSE CONTENT I. Vocabulary Development A. Enrichment of vocabulary by learning and memorizing a variety of formal literacy, cultural, grammatical, and political terminology in Spanish B. Correct use of idiomatic expressions II. Grammar A. Pronouns B. Direct and indirect objects C. Indicative and subjunctive verbal modes D. Simple verb forms E. Stem changing verbs F. Past tenses: the preterite vs. the imperfect tenses G. Compound tenses of the Spanish verbal system H. Imperative verb forms I. Formation and use of the present progressive and present participle J. Linguistic analysis of verbal forms III. Culture A. Political, historical, and literary figures of the Spanish speaking world that will include but not be limited to: 1. Fidel Castro
2. Christopher Columbus 3. Issues of the discovery of the New World 4. The D í a de la Raza celebration 5. Rigoberta Mench ú Tum 6. The Fundaci ó n Pr í ncipe de Asturias 7. César Chávez 8. Gustavo Adolfo Béqyer (and his poems) 9. Miguel de Unamuno (and his novels) B. Students are also required to research a previously approved cultural topic about Spain of Latino America and will make a 15-20 minute oral presentation in front of the class C. Origins and stages f the Spanish Monarchy D. History of the Canary Islands E. Prehistoric civilizations of Spain F. History of the Panama Canal G. Culinary differences between the Spanish speaking world and U.S.A. IV. Reading Skills A. Students will read articles on the following topics: 1. Cuba and Fidel Castro 2. Christopher Columbus 3. the discovery of the New World 4. the celebration of D í a de la Raza 5. Rigoberta Mench ú Tum 6. The foundation Pr í cipe de Asturias 7. César Chávez 8. history of the Canary Islands 9. origins and main stages of the Spanish Monarchy B. Students will also read: 1. selected poems by Gustavo Adolfo Béquer 2. San Manuel Bueno Mártir by Miguel de Unamuno V. Writing Skills
A. Barbarisms B. Rules for the correct use of the letter s vs. z C. The expressions va a ver vs. va a haber D. Rules for the correct use of the letter g E. Rules for the correct use of the letter j F. Archaisms G. Essays on a variety of rhetorical techniques such as description, expositions and narration, essays of comparisons and contrast and summary essays H. Personal and commercial litters I. Poetry J. Short definitions K. Research papers L. Journals M. Cultural, literary, and biographic videos N. Integrated CD Rom programs O. Oral presentations VI. Speaking A. Pronunciation B. Correct usage of oral Spanish without any English interference C. Debates D. Discussions of literary, cultural, and historical issues E. Oral analysis of literary texts F. Formal as distinct from informal speech G. Correct use of idiomatic expressions H. Oral presentations in front of the class I. Verbal and non-verbal intonations LAB CONTENT ARRANGED HOURS CONTENT:
STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES Upon completion of this course, students will be able to do the following: 1. Communication (personal expression and information acquisition) A. OUTCOME: To demonstrate knowledge of the Spanish language and their ability to speak it. RATIONALE: To demonstrate their ability and knowledge to speak the language. To demonstrate the student's knowledge of the language ASSESSMENT: By participating in-class question and answer sessions. By analyzing through short written summaries, reading selections provided by the instructor. 2. Technology A. OUTCOME: To become knowlegeable of Spanish web-based research and consultation techniques. RATIONALE: So that students can learn to utilize the internet as an immediate and long-term resource go gain information and be exposed to the Spanish language and culture. ASSESSMENT: Through written compositions and oral presentations. 3. Creative, Critical, and Analytical Thinking A. OUTCOME: Read articles, essays, reports, fiction and non fiction books independently and/or in groups. Conduct discussions about readings and presentations. RATIONALE: To aquire information needed for class discussion or to work independently with other students ASSESSMENT: By analyzing and summarizing textual and other materials
assigned by the instuctor. 4. Community/Global Consciousness and Responsibility A. OUTCOME: Gain an appreciation and understanding of Hispanic culture RATIONALE: In order to create a new consciousness of the diversity of what it means to be "hispanic" and to encourage a curiosity so that direct immersion in such diversity---music, food, literature, art, dance--can produce a positive experience. ASSESSMENT: By incorporating selected written and video materials that explore the culture--the social, political, educational, and economic aspects. 5. Discipline/Subject Area Specific Content Material A. OUTCOME: Verbally (or in written form)respond in the present, past, future and perfect tenses. RATIONALE: In order to comply with the course level requirements. ASSESSMENT: through questions posed orally by other students or by the professor; or questions posed by examination. OBJECTIVES Oral Communication 1. use formal Spanish in the classroom without any English interference by participating in class discussions 2. research, develop and produce a 15-minute oral presentation in class in Spanish on a cultural topic related to Spain or Latin America 3. debate in Spanish topics of cultural and or socio-linguistic relevance to the course as a response to a literary or cultural text read for the course 4. orally analyze literary and cultural texts read during the course by answering to oral and/or written questions given by the instructor 5. express and support opinions orally by responding to articles, texts, documentaries or lectures in Spanish given during the course
Auditory Comprehension 1. comprehend a Spanish cultural documentary by answering questions about its content in Spanish during class 2. understand and follow instructions in Spanish with no need for repetition by respond to such instructions and following them 3. comprehend oral presentations given by the instructor and/or by fellow students during class by responding to oral and/or written questions about them Reading 1. demonstrate comprehension of cultural and/or literary articles, essays and short stories in Spanish on topics that are unfamiliar to students by answering written and/or oral questions in Spanish about them during class 2. discuss the plot and the main ideas of a novel in Spanish by participating in oral debate class 3. distinguish literary aspects of a given text in Spanish by answering written and/or oral questions about them Writing 1. demonstrate an accurate understanding of the grammar points set forth in the course outline by producing paragraphs, short essays and stories that contain such grammar points during class 2. express and supports opinions in writing by responding to questions given by the instructor 3. write a clear and concise summary by writing short summaries in Spanish of stories read during the course 4. write an outline by discussing its parts during class and writing one for student?s oral presentations 5. write a multiple paragraph deductive essay by responding to reading cultural, grammatical and/or literary material with the following components at minimum level: clear thinking, focus, unity, coherence, and organization 6. summarize, synthesize and analyze cultural, literary and/or grammatical reading material (articles, books, poems, and short stories) by responding to written questions about such texts Culture 1. accept, value, and respect linguistic, cultural, and personal similarities and differences that come to light in the course of classroom interactions by being a participant in the learning process and participating in class discussions and debates 2. learn about the general history of Spain and Latin America by reading course materials, viewing in class documentaries and answering to questions posed by the instructor 3. facilitate one's ability to understand and appreciate the diverse aspects - social, political, economic, cultural - of all the Spanish speaking countries by utilizing both written and visual materials dealing with Hispanic newsworthy events, both historic and contemporary; answering oral and written questions and having class discussions Technology 1. prepare word processed compositions by use of this technology in the completion of classroom assignments
2. visit sites such as the Spanish media, advertisements and Spanish chat rooms by assigning students homework with this components 3. make use of Power Point during class presentations by utilizing this technology during student's oral presentation assignments METHODS OF INSTRUCTION 1. Lecture 2. Laboratory 3. Lecture/Laboratory 4. Distance Education 5. Demonstrations 6. Cooperative Work Experience 7. Observation 8. Field Experience/Internship 9. Group Discussions 10. Guests Speakers 11. Audio Visual Presentations 12. Internet Research 13. Collaborative Group Work 14. Computer-aided Presentation 15. Guided Instruction 16. Evaluation 17. Class Activities 18. Class Discussions 19. Lecture/Discussion 20. Independent Study 21. Other: Lecture accompanied by visual aids, handouts, and multi-media guided practice,power Point presentations,collaborative partner and small group activities,in-class reading and writing activities,inquiry and discussion METHODS OF EVALUATION/ASSESSMENT Typical classroom assessment techniques Exams/Tests Quizzes Research Projects Papers Note: Length and type of writing assignments must be included for all Humanities/Fine Arts/Communications courses. Oral Presentation Required assignments Group Projects Class Participation Class Work Home Work Competency based written and practical tests which demonstrate the students' ability to apply skills and concepts learned to minimum standards established by the instructor
REQUIRED TEXTS AND MATERIALS Required Afzali, Ana Maria Nuestra Lengua: Cuaderno de Gramática, Redacción y Cultura para Hispanohablantes. (Second/e). Boston Xana Edu. (2010). and Perez-Groba, A. Maria. Nuestra Lengua, Manual Practico de Ejercicios. Volumen II. Xana Edu Publishing, 05-25-2010. Adopted: 11/00/1992 Revised: 04/00/1993 Revised: 05/00/1994 Revised: 03/00/1996 Revised: 02/00/1998 Revised: 01/00/2000 Revised: 07/00/2000 Revised: 11/00/2004 Revised: 10/09/2008
DISTANCE EDUCATION Method of Instruction Written lectures will be posted weekly. Students will be directed to various on-line sites where they will in many cases engage in on-line activities. Adapted Method of Instruction Written lectures will be posted weekly. Students will be directed to various on-line sites where they will in many cases engage in on-line activities. Method of Communication Announcements are posted at least weekly and students are emailed regularly. Method of Evaluation Weekly checks on students reading comprehension through short answer responses to questions and objective (multiple choice) exams/quizzes. Essays are the primary means of assessment to determine students comprehension and articulation of course material and themes. Discussion forums are used to evaluate student's ability to critically analyze arguments and to articulate a response. Accessibility Any outside material introduced meets accessibility requirements. Accessibility statement to be included in all course documents. Website meets ADA requirements. Sample Assignments Espossitory essays, research papers etc. Outside Assignments Examples of Outside Assignments Students will need to use the library to research a given cultural and/or literary topic related to Spain or Latin America. They will then have to write a research paper and give a presentation in front of the class.
Examples of Required Writing Assignments Students will need to write a paper explaining how Miguel de Unamuno questions the concept of imperialism in "San Miguel Bueno Martir" and how his novel fits in the Realist literary movement. Suggested reading other than required textbook "San Manuel Bueno Martir" by Miguel de Unamuno.