Spanish 2312 Instructor: Dina Lopez Cell: 979.824.0635 BC Phone: 979.230.3224 (Ann Montgomery-Division Secretary) High School: 979.730.7260 ext 28233 Email: dina.lopez@brazosport.edu or dlopez@brazosportisd.net Catalogue Description Span 2312-This course is designed for students who wish to learn the fine points of grammar as well as extend their vocabulary. Students receive instruction in literature and culture through readings and classroom discussions in Spanish. Prerequisites: SPAN 1412 or two or more credits in high school Spanish. Textbook MySpanishLab with Pearson etext Access Code Card for Conexiones: Comunicación y cultura. (24-month access), 5/E. Zayas-Bazán, Eduardo, et.al. New York: Pearson, 2014 It is not required to buy the paperback textbook. The Card with Access Code will allow you to use the e-book. Everything is on the website. This code is good for 24 months. http://www.myspanishlab.com etext course is Lopez0385815eb This course number is CRSKLWY-4016175 Other course materials: Card with Access Code/Book Key to enter site with ebook. The access code can be purchased from the Brazosport College bookstore or through the Pearson Website (see below) http://www.pearsonhighered.com/educator/academic/product/0,3110,0135001528,00.html The course code will be provided by the instructor. Students will need a computer with a microphone and webcam or a video recorder that can be uploaded. STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES Brazosport College is committed to providing equal education opportunities to every student. Brazosport College offers services for individuals with special needs and capabilities including 1
counseling, tutoring, equipment, and software to assist students with special needs. Please contact the Special Populations Counselor, 979.230.3236, for further information. ACADEMIC HONESTY Brazosport College assumes that students eligible to perform on the college level are familiar with the ordinary rules governing proper conduct including academic honesty. The principle of academic honesty is that all work presented by you is yours alone. Academic dishonesty including, but not limited to, cheating, plagiarism, and collusion shall be treated appropriately. Please refer to the Brazosport College Student Guide for more information. This is available online at http://www.brazosport.edu. Click on the CATALOGS AND SCHEDULES link under STUDENTS. Academic dishonesty violates both the policies of this course and the Student Code of Conduct. In this class, any occurrence of academic dishonesty will be referred to the Dean of Student Services for prompt adjudication, and will, at a minimum, result in a 0 on the assignment. Sanctions may be imposed beyond your grade in this course by the Dean of Student Services. Attendance Students will not be withdrawn for lack of attendances. They must drop the class themselves. Grading Chapter exams (Chapters 1, 2, 3, 4, 5) Online Student Activity Manual Writing assignments Classwork/Homework/Attendance 70% of final grade The final exam will be Wednesday, December 15, 2013. The last day to drop this class is Friday November 1, 2013. STUDENT RESPONSIBILITIES Students are expected to fully participate in this course. The following criteria are intended to assist you in being successful in this course: a. understand the syllabus requirements b. use appropriate time management skills c. communicate with the instructor d. complete course work on time, and e. utilize online components (such as Desire2Learn) as required. OTHER STUDENT SERVICES INFORMATION Information about the Library is available at http://www.brazosport.edu/library or by calling 979.230.3310. 2
For assistance with online courses, an open computer lab, online and make-up testing, audio/visual services, and study skills, visit Learning Services next to the Library, call 979.230.3253, or visit http://www.brazosport.edu/learningservices. For drop-in math tutoring, the writing center, supplemental instruction and other tutoring including e- tutoring, visit the Student Success Center, call 979.230.3527, or visit http://www.brazosport.edu/studentsuccesscenter. To contact the Communications Department call 979.230.3224. The Student Services provides assistance in the following: Counseling and Advising 979.230.3040 Financial Aid 979.230.3294 Student Life 979.230.3355 To reach the Information Technology Department for computer, email, or other technical assistance call the Helpdesk at 979.230.3266. Assignment page for SPAN 2311 August 28: Introduction to the class The class will go to the computer lab to access MySpanishLab. We will do the Preliminar chapter pages 2-27. Vocabulary words used to talk about social networks and their impact on society. Grammar present tense, and uses, position, and forms of adjectives. Online homework due by Tuesday, September 3. September 4: Chapter 1, part 1, pages 28-49. Vocabulary words used to discuss fashion trends and fads, and description in the past. Grammar the past tenses the imperfect and the preterite, how to form them and when to use them. On-line homework due Tuesday, September 17. September 11: Chapter 1, part 2, pages 50-67. Vocabulary words used to discuss automobile trends and narrating in the past. Grammar review present indicative and preterite tenses. In-class writing assignment. On-line homework due Tuesday September 17. September 18: In-class Test Chapter 1, begin Chapter 2, part 1, pages 68-85. Vocabulary words used to discuss environmental issues and description of people, places, and things. Grammar uses of ser, estar, and haber. On-line homework due Tuesday, October 8. September 25: Continue working on Chapter 2, part 1, pages 68-85. Vocabulary words used to describe what will or might happen. Grammar the future tense and the subjunctive in noun clauses. On-line homework due Tuesday, October 8. October 2: Chapter 2, part 2, pages 86-103. Vocabulary words used to discuss sustainability. Grammar review the uses of the imperfect and the preterite. In-class writing assignment. On-line 3
homework due Tuesday, October 8. October 9: In-class Test Chapter 2. Begin Chapter 3, part 1, pages 104-117. Vocabulary words used to discuss liberty and equality. Grammar nosotros commands and indirect commands. On-line homework due Tuesday, October 29. October 16: Chapter 3, part 1, pages 104-117. Vocabulary words used to discuss the work of charitable organizations. Grammar direct and indirect object pronouns and the gustar construction. On-line homework due Tuesday, October 29. October 23: Chapter 3, part 2, pages 118 137. Vocabulary words used to discuss human rights and social justice. Grammar review of ser, estar, and haber, and use of subjunctive in noun clauses. In-class writing assignment. On-line homework due Tuesday, October 29. October 30: In-class Test Chapter 3. Chapter 4, part 1, pages 138-153. Vocabulary words used to discuss personalities. Grammar reflexive constructions, reciprocal action, present perfect indicative and subjunctive, future perfect and pluperfect tenses. On-homework due Tuesday, November12. November 6: Chapter 4, part 2, pages 154-171. Vocabulary words used to discuss personal and family relationships. Grammar review of present subjunctive, present indicative, and infinitive with impersonal expressions, and gustar and similar verbs. In-class writing assignment. On-line homework due Tuesday, November 12. November 13: Review of Chapter 4. In-class test of Chapter 4. November 20: Chapter 5, part 1, pages 172-187. Vocabulary words used to discuss entertainers, films, and shows. Grammar formal and informal commands, and use of the subjunctive or indicative in adjective and adverbial clauses. On-line homework due Tuesday, December 14. December 4: Chapter 5, part 2, pages 188-205. Vocabulary words used to discuss music, musicians, and musical events. Grammar review of the uses of the imperfect and the preterite, and uses of ser and estar. In-class writing assignment. On-line homework due Tuesday, December 14. December 15: Final exam, taken in class. 4
Learning Outcomes for Spanish 2311 Intermediate Spanish I 1. Students will be able to use present tense verb forms, preterite and imperfect in writing and conversation. Assessment: Oral and written exams and short essays with a passing grade of 70% or higher 2. Students will be able to understand and use formal commands. Assessment: Exam sections with a passing grade of 70% or higher 3. Students will be able to understand and use informal commands. Assessment: Exam sections with a passing grade of 70% or higher 4. Students will be able to understand and use the present subjunctive. Assessment: Exam questions, paragraphs and/or short essays with a passing grade of 70% or higher 5. Students will be able to understand and use future and conditional tenses. Assessment: Exam questions, paragraphs and/or short essays with a passing grade of 70% or higher 6. Students will be able to read cultural passages and answer questions and/or make presentations in Spanish. Assessment: Exam sections and classroom discussions and/or presentations with a passing grade of 70% or higher 7. Students will be able to understand spoken Spanish at a level appropriate to the class. Assessment: Oral exams, oral component of written exams with a passing grade of 70% or higher 8. Students will have sufficient vocabulary and understanding of the language to speak at a level appropriate to the class. Assessment: Oral exams, classroom discussions and/or presentations with a passing grade of 70% or higher 5