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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: 10.01.2022 - 16.02.2022

Teacher in charge (valid for whole curriculum period):

Teacher in charge (applies in this implementation): Carmen Rodellas Ryhänen

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, in particular dealing with environmental questions, Spanish and Latin American art, globalisation, advertising and starting one s own business. Familiarisation with different experiences of living in Hispanic cultures, the conventions and customs, and avoiding common misunderstandings. Develop a general understanding of the major accomplishments of Latino/a 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

DETAILS

Study Material
  • valid for whole curriculum period:

    Specified at a later time.

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 Period:

    2020-2021 Autumn II

    2021-2022 Spring III

    Course Homepage: https://mycourses.aalto.fi/course/search.php?search=LC-2371

    Registration for Courses: In the academic year 2021-2022, registration for courses will take place on Sisu (sisu.aalto.fi) instead of WebOodi.

    WebOodi

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