Course

Course Summary
Credit Type:
Course
ACE ID:
ACPE-0130
Organization's ID:
SPAN102
Organization:
Alternative Credit Project Ecosystem
Location:
Online
Length:
This is a self-paced online course
Dates Offered:
Credit Recommendation & Competencies
Level Credits (SH) Subject
Lower-Division Baccalaureate 3 Spanish Ii
Description

Objective:

The course objective is to emphasize auditory comprehension, basic speech production, reading comprehension, and composition. Grammar and vocabulary are taught through dynamic immersion and textbook reading and assignments, the focus is on using Spanish as a means of communication. Imperfect and perfect tenses and the subjunctive mood will be introduced. The student will utilize Rosetta Stone's award winning language software to practice language pronunciation using their computer speakers and microphone.This course is designed as a continuation to Spanish I (SPAN101).

Learning Outcomes:

  • Use formal and informal commands
  • Talk about the pressures of modern life, unplanned or unexpected events, how long ago something happened, and about nature and the environment
  • Describe social and affective relations
  • Express probability and future or pending actions
  • Identify some characteristics of Hispanic countries (history, food, geography, etc.)
  • Talk about descriptions and habitual actions in the past, health and pastimes, and art and culture
  • Express requests and desires
  • Talk about where they live
  • Talk about professions, the news, and current events
  • Express what they would do
  • Describe some Hispanic customs and traditions and compare them to those of the United States
  • Gain practical experience writing, orating, and listening to conversational Spanish

General Topics:

  • El tiempo libre
  • La salud
  • ¡conectadas!
  • El arte y la cultura
  • Las presiones de la vida moderna
  • La naturaleza y el medio ambiente
  • La vida social y afectiva
  • ¿trabajar para vivir o vivir para trabajar?
  • La actualidad
Instruction & Assessment

Instructional Strategies:

  • Audio Visual Materials
  • Computer Based Training
  • Practical Exercises

Methods of Assessment:

  • Examinations
  • Performance Rubrics (Checklists)
  • Presentations
  • Quizzes
  • Written Papers

Minimum Passing Score:

70%
Supplemental Materials