LC-2360 - Spanish 6 (o,w), Lecture, 22.10.2024-3.12.2024

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 understand texts better whether related to work or everyday life.

- You will have a better knowledge of the customs and cultures of Spanish-speaking countries.

- You will know the main norms of etiquette and recognise the major differences between Spanish culture and your own in terms of customs, behaviours, attitudes and values.

Credits: 3

Schedule: 22.10.2024 - 03.12.2024

Teacher in charge (valid for whole curriculum period):

Teacher in charge (applies in this implementation): Llorens

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

CEFR level (valid for whole curriculum period): B2-1

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

Teaching language: . Languages of study attainment:

CONTENT, ASSESSMENT AND WORKLOAD

Content

  • valid for whole curriculum period:

    This course further expands the students language proficiency and cultural knowledge. The course includes such topics as brand names, their development, video games, music and musical genre, and the diversity of Hispanic cultures.

    Students learn to describe experiences, events, preferences and desires, talk about their plans and give short defences of their own opinions.

    On completing the course, students will manage well in most of the communication situations they may encounter when travelling in the Spanish-speaking world.

     

     

Assessment Methods and Criteria

  • valid for whole curriculum period:

    Passing the course requires regular attendance, active participation and independent work. Regular and active participation in classwork. 80% attendance in class is required. Registration must be confirmed by attending the first lecture.

    - Written assignments (30 %)
    - Oral test (20 %)
    - Written test (50 %)

Workload

  • valid for whole curriculum period:

    36 h of contact hours + 45 h of independent work. On any 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 1–6). Also available in digital format.

Substitutes for Courses
Prerequisites

FURTHER INFORMATION

Further Information

  • valid for whole curriculum period:

    Teaching Language: Spanish

    Teaching Period: 2024-2025 Autumn II
    2025-2026 Autumn II

    Registration:

    Sisu (sisu.aalto.fi).

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