Elementary Spanish I
General
Prefix
SPAN
Course Number
101
Course Level
Undergraduate
Department/Unit(s)
College/School
College of Liberal Arts
Description
Vocabulary, grammatical structures and an introduction to the cultures of the Spanish-speaking world. Emphasis on the spoken language, some reading and writing. Promotes understanding and appreciation of the cultures of the various Spanish-speaking countries. Intended for students with little or no previous study of Spanish.
Credits
Min
4
Max
4
Repeatable
No
Goals and Diversity
MN Goal Course
Yes
MN Goal Designation(s)
06, 08
Cultural Diversity
No
Learning Outcomes
Outcome
Carry on a short conversation about personal interests including what they are doing and are going to do.
Outcome
Ask and answer simple questions using practiced patterns.
Outcome
State personal preferences and feelings.
Outcome
Express agreement and disagreement using memorized expressions.
Outcome
Read and respond to level-appropriate written materials on familiar topics.
Outcome
Identify the main idea of selected authentic materials.
Outcome
Demonstrate understanding of written and spoken language that has strong visual support.
Outcome
Write short guided compositions on familiar topics in the present time frame.
Outcome
Identify similarities and differences between the target cultures and the student’s own culture with topics such as family, Spanish around the world, greetings and university systems.
Outcome
Identify and describe contributions from the target cultures such as artwork, architecture, music, dance and literature.