LC-2300 - Spanish - Introduction to Hispanic Cultures, Lecture, 22.4.2024-3.6.2024

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Please note! Course description is confirmed for two academic years, which means that in general, e.g. Learning outcomes, assessment methods and key content stays unchanged. However, via course syllabus, it is possible to specify or change the course execution in each realization of the course, such as how the contact sessions are organized, assessment methods weighted or materials used.

LEARNING OUTCOMES

- You will have an understanding of some basic Spanish phrases and a command of Spanish pronunciation.

- You will have some understanding of the cultures of Spanish-speaking countries, their customs and special characteristics, and the basics of their work and business cultures.

Credits: 3

Schedule: 22.04.2024 - 03.06.2024

Teacher in charge (valid for whole curriculum period):

Teacher in charge (applies in this implementation): Javier Gonzalez Garcia

Contact information for the course (applies in this implementation):

CEFR level (valid for whole curriculum period):

Language of instruction and studies (applies in this implementation):

Teaching language: English. Languages of study attainment: English

CONTENT, ASSESSMENT AND WORKLOAD

Content

  • valid for whole curriculum period:

    The course is meant for students interested in Spanish-speaking lands and cultures. During the course you will:
    - become acquainted with the cultures of the Hispanophone world
    - become familiar with the principles of Spanish pronunciation
    - learn common basic vocabulary and phrases relating to work and everyday situations, with topics including making someone s acquaintance, introductions and giving basic information about yourself.

Assessment Methods and Criteria

  • valid for whole curriculum period:

    - Active participation in class (80%)

    - An essay on a culture-related theme

    - Oral presentation on a culture-related theme

Workload

  • valid for whole curriculum period:

    - Contact hours 36 h

    - Independent work by the student (preparing for class, homework assignments, written essay and oral presentation) 45 h

DETAILS

Study Material

  • valid for whole curriculum period:

    Provided by the teacher

Substitutes for Courses
Prerequisites

FURTHER INFORMATION

Further Information

  • valid for whole curriculum period:

    Please note: The course is organised if a minimum of 10 students register for it.

    Teaching Language : Finnish

    Teaching Period : 2022-2023 Spring V
    2023-2024 Spring V

    Enrollment :

    Sisu (sisu.aalto.fi). A maximum of 30 students will be accepted into the course.

     

     

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