LC-2371 - Spanish 7a (o,w), Lecture, 8.1.2024-16.2.2024

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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 be able to communicate with native Spanish-speakers fluently and naturally enough for the communication to be effortless for all parties.

- You will be able to produce clear and detailed texts on various work-related themes, defend your position on various issues and point out the advantages and disadvantages of your position.

Credits: 3

Schedule: 08.01.2024 - 16.02.2024

Teacher in charge (valid for whole curriculum period):

Teacher in charge (applies in this implementation): Carmen Rodellas Ryhänen, Sara Perez Arroyo

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

CEFR level (valid for whole curriculum period): B2

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

Teaching language: . Languages of study attainment: Finnish

CONTENT, ASSESSMENT AND WORKLOAD

Content

  • valid for whole curriculum period:

    In this course, students acquire greater language skills and cultural knowledge. Specific themes include: news and the media, social and political advertising, experiencing art, and history and literature. The course familiarises students with life in Hispanic cultures, the conventions and customs, and how to avoid common misunderstandings. Students will develop a general understanding of the major achievements of Hispanic culture.

Assessment Methods and Criteria

  • valid for whole curriculum period:

    The course requires regular attendance, active participation and independent work.

    1. Written assignments (30%)
    2. Oral test (20%)
    3. Written test (50%)

Workload

  • valid for whole curriculum period:

    Contact lessons 36 h + independent study 45 h

    In integrated implementations of the course, the workload may vary according to the implementation method.

DETAILS

Study Material

  • valid for whole curriculum period:

    Sarralde, Casarejos and López, Vitamina B2 (Chapters 7–12). Also available in digital format.

Substitutes for Courses
Prerequisites

FURTHER INFORMATION

Further Information

  • valid for whole curriculum period:

    The course fulfils the foreign language requirement of the university (for ARTS and the field of technology).

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

    Teaching Language : Spanish

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

    Enrollment :

    Sisu (sisu.aalto.fi).

     

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