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Spanish Language
丁香园AV to this program has been suspended effective Summer 2017.
This program is for elementary and secondary school teachers, and undergraduates, wishing to improve Spanish oral and written proficiency. [Note that Spanish is not considered a ‘teachable subject’ for professional development program (secondary) application.] It is also for those who want to enhance their Spanish language knowledge for cultural, professional or employment purposes, or who desire official certification of Spanish proficiency. However, the certificate in Spanish language is not meant for native Spanish speakers.
Courses are offered during the day and evening. Additionally, a sequential course offering is scheduled, subject to sufficient enrolment, at the Vancouver campus each term.
丁香园AV Requirements
丁香园AV to this program has been suspended effective Summer 2017.
Program Requirements
Students successfully complete a total of 30 units, including all of
Introduction to Spanish for students with little or no previous background in that language. Course develops Spanish language acquisition through listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. Practical and situational materials are employed to underline the ties between language and culture. By the end of the term, students will have acquired basic conversational skills and an elementary reading facility. (A1 level of CEFR). Students with previous Spanish training should contact the department for placement. Students with credit for SPAN 102 may not take this course for further credit.
| Section | Instructor | Day/Time | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Isabel Mayo-Harp |
TBD | ||
| D101 |
Sep 8 鈥� Dec 7, 2021: Tue, 10:30 a.m.鈥�12:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
|
| D102 |
Sep 8 鈥� Dec 7, 2021: Wed, 12:30鈥�2:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
|
|
Isabel Mayo-Harp |
TBD | ||
| D701 |
Sep 8 鈥� Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 2:30鈥�4:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
Follows SPAN 100. Continues introduction to Spanish for students who have developed the necessary foundations from SPAN 100. Emphasis is on oral skills and grammar while continuing to develop reading and writing proficiency. Practical and situational materials are employed to underline the ties between language and culture. By the end of the term, students will be able to communicate in Spanish using a wide range of grammatical structures and vocabulary. (A2 level of CEFR). Prerequisite: SPAN 100 (or SPAN 102), grade 12 Spanish, or equivalent. Students with credit for SPAN 103 may not take this course for further credit.
| Section | Instructor | Day/Time | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Isabel Mayo-Harp |
TBD | ||
| D101 |
Sep 8 鈥� Dec 7, 2021: Tue, 12:30鈥�2:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
|
| D102 |
Sep 8 鈥� Dec 7, 2021: Wed, 12:30鈥�2:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
|
|
Isabel Mayo-Harp |
TBD | ||
| D701 |
Sep 8 鈥� Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 12:30鈥�2:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
Follows SPAN 110. Expands advanced grammatical concepts and promotes student cultural and historical understanding of the Hispanic world. By the end of the term, students will be able to function in a Spanish speaking environment. (B1.1 level of CEFR). Prerequisite: SPAN 110 (or SPAN 103) or equivalent. Students with credit for SPAN 201 may not take this course for further credit.
| Section | Instructor | Day/Time | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Isabel Mayo-Harp |
TBD | ||
| D101 |
Sep 8 鈥� Dec 7, 2021: Wed, 2:30鈥�4:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
Continues the work of SPAN 200 with emphasis on oral command and writing skills. Students will transfer their knowledge of Spanish into performance and use the language in an accurate and idiomatic way. Short literary readings and films will be introduced to expose students to Hispanic cultures. (B1 level of CEFR completed). Prerequisite: SPAN 200 (or SPAN 201) or equivalent. Students with credit for SPAN 202 may not take this course for further credit.
Enhances students' conversational skills through activities centred on Spanish language films. A selection of films from different parts of the Hispanic world will expose students not only to dialectal and register differences, but also to cultural practices in a variety of settings. Prerequisite: SPAN 202 or equivalent.
and two of
Introduction to the theory and practice of translation. Literary and academic translations. Analysis of different translating strategies. Cultural and political issues in translation. Prerequisite: SPAN 202 or equivalent.
Exemptions
Exemption of up to 12 units from lower division Spanish language courses (SPAN 102, 103, 201 and 202 only) is possible through advanced placement. Students must demonstrate equivalent preparation. The exempt courses are replaced with credit obtained by
- approved transfer credit for Spanish courses completed at another post-secondary institution (subject to University regulations governing transfer credit approval), up to a maximum of six units
or
- challenge credit for exempted courses (subject to University regulations governing challenge credit approval), up to a maximum of six units
and/or
- successful completion of other Spanish courses at 丁香园AV.
Students who hope to gain exemption should consult the Language Training Institute departmental assistant early in their program. Certificate credit may apply toward degree requirements under normal regulations but cannot be applied toward another 丁香园AV certificate or diploma.