SPA 111 - Spanish One

Credits: 4
Instructional Contact Hours: 4

Targets functional language ability in Spanish at the Novice-Mid level as defined by the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL) Proficiency Guidelines across all modes of communication (presentational, interpretive, interpersonal). Introduces basic grammatical structures and vocabulary of modern spoken and written Spanish and correct pronunciation patterns by means of oral-aural practice, small group interaction, reading of simple texts, and written exercises. Introduces certain aspects of Hispanic culture and the differences between the Spanish and the English languages. Requires supplemental (outside of class) listening, reading, speaking, and written work using ancillary materials and the textbook's Internet site. Intended for students with no previous formal study in Spanish.

Prerequisite(s): High school GPA of 2.5 or higher within the last ten years, OR ENG 111 or ENG 111A with a grade of “C” or higher, OR instructor permission
Corequisite(s): None
Lecture Hours: 60 Lab Hours: 0
Meets MTA Requirement: Humanities
Pass/NoCredit: Yes

Outcomes and Objectives

Communicate in Spanish on familiar topics.
1. Greet and leave people in a polite way
2. Introduce oneself and others
3. Answer a variety of simple questions
4. Make some simple statements in a conversation
5. Ask some simple questions
6. Communicate basic information about oneself and familiar people
7. Communicate some basic information about one’s everyday life
Present information in Spanish on familiar topics.
1. State the names of familiar people, places, and objects in pictures and posters using words or memorized phrases
2. Present information about oneself and others using words and phrases
3. Express likes and dislikes using words, phrases, and memorized expressions
4. Present information about familiar items within immediate environment.
5. Talk about one’s daily activities using words, phrases, and memorized expressions.
6. Present simple information about something learned using words, phrases, and memorized expressions.
Write lists or memorized phrases in Spanish on familiar topics.
1. Write learned words and phrases
2. Label familiar people, places, and objects in pictures
3. Fill out a simple form with some basic personal information
4. Write about oneself using learned phrases and memorized expressions
5. List daily activities and write lists for use in day-to-day life
6. Write notes about something learned using lists, phrases, and memorized expressions.
Recognize familiar spoken words or phrases in Spanish.
1. Identify the sound of a character or a word
2. Demonstrate understanding of isolated words when accompanied by gestures or pictures
3. Demonstrate understanding of a few courtesy phrases
4. Demonstrate recognition and understanding of basic information in memorized words and phrases
5. Demonstrate recognition and understanding of words and phrases learned for specific purposes.
Demonstrate understanding of written texts in Spanish.
1. Demonstrate recognition of letters, words and phrases with the help of visuals.
2. Demonstrate recognition of words and phrases in familiar contexts.
Compare and contrast differences between one’s own culture and Hispanic cultures in a sensitive and informed manner.
1. Differentiate between formal and informal speech.
2. Use formal and informal speech appropriately for the elementary/novice level.
3. Identify several Spanish speaking countries and regions.
4. Describe the connections between Spanish language and culture in the classroom and the global community.
5. Develop the ability to make sensitive cultural comparisons.
Demonstrate understanding of best practices and habits of study for learners of second languages that follow current knowledge from brain and second-language acquisition research.
1. Create and follow a written schedule for attending classes and completing assignments.
2. Show evidence of utilizing Distributed Practice in class preparation.
3. Self-evaluate progress toward meeting course objectives following the CAN-DO Statements and/or other criteria provided.