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SPN
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11A/B
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Introductory Spanish-A/B
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For students with little or no knowledge of Spanish. Course uses communicative approach emphasizing oral comprehension and expression without omitting written aspects of language. Students learn basics of Spanish grammar preparing them for further study. Historical, social and cultural aspects of Spanish-speaking world are introduced through the study of short readings. This course is equivalent to SPN 101 and SPN 201.
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LL
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Lab: 3 hrs.
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Course Weight: 2.00
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SPN
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21A/B
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Intermediate Spanish-A/B
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This course is designed for students with intermediate level Spanish skills and continues the same communicative approach as SPN 11A/B. Students will learn more complex structures and vocabulary required for a good working knowledge of the language. Emphasis is placed on oral proficiency, but reading and writing skills are further developed. Appropriate cultural readings and exposure to the Spanish speaking world are integral parts of the course. This course is equivalent to SPN 301 and SPN 401. Not open to native speakers.
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UL
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Lab: 3 hrs.
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| Prerequisite: SPN 201
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Course Weight: 2.00
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SPN
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31A/B
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Advanced Spanish-A/B
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A continuation of Intermediate Spanish (SPN 401) using a communicative approach. Listening comprehension, oral communication, correctness and spontaneity of expression, sensitivity to language registers as well as written aspects of the language are stressed. Newspaper clippings, magazine articles and video-taped material introduce students to various aspects of the Spanish-speaking world. A novel or play is studied each semester. Short essays and commentaries improve writing and analytical skills. This course is equivalent to SPN 501 and SPN 601.
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UL
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Lect: 3 hrs.
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| Prerequisite: SPN 401
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Course Weight: 2.00
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SPN
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44A/B
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Introduction to Latin American Culture-A/B
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This course is an introduction to Latin American culture. The first term will concentrate on South America; the second term, on Mexico, Central America and the Spanish-speaking Caribbean. The course will study literature, cinema, painting, music and popular culture within the socio-political context of Latin America.
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UL
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Lect: 3 hrs.
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| Prerequisite: SPN 601, Antirequisites: SPN 704 and SPN 804
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Course Weight: 2.00
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SPN
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101
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Introductory Spanish I
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For students with very little or no knowledge of Spanish. Course uses communicative approach emphasizing oral comprehension and expression without omitting written aspects of language. Students learn basics of Spanish grammar preparing them for further study. Historical, social and cultural aspects of Spanish-speaking world are introduced through the study of short readings. Attendance is considered mandatory and a substantial percentage of the mark depends on class participation. Not open to students who have completed Gr. 12 or OAC Spanish. Equivalent to the first half of SPN 11A/B.
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LL
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Lab: 3 hrs.
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Course Weight: 1.00
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SPN
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201
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Introductory Spanish II
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This course is a continuation of Introductory Spanish I (SPN 201). This course also uses a communicative approach emphasizing oral comprehension and expression without omitting written aspects of language. Students learn the basics of Spanish grammar preparing them for further study. Historical, social and cultural aspects of Spanish-speaking world are introduced through the study of short readings. Equivalent to the second half of SPN 11A/B.
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LL
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Lab: 3 hrs.
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Course Weight: 1.00
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SPN
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301
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Intermediate Spanish I
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This course is designed for students with intermediate level Spanish skills and continues the same communicative approach as CSPN 201. Students will learn more complex structures and vocabulary required for a good working knowledge of the language. Emphasis is placed on oral proficiency, but reading and writing skills are further developed. Appropriate cultural readings and exposure to the Spanish speaking world are integral parts of the course. Not open to native speakers. (Equivalent to SPN 21A.)
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UL
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Lab: 3 hrs.
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Course Weight: 1.00
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SPN
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401
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Intermediate Spanish II
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Equivalent to the second half of SPN 21A/B.
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UL
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Lab: 3 hrs.
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Course Weight: 1.00
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SPN
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501
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Advanced Spanish I
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A continuation of Intermediate Spanish (CSPN 401) using a communicative approach. Listening comprehension, oral communication, correct-ness and spontaneity of expression, sensitivity to language registers as well as written aspects of the language are stressed. Newspaper clippings, magazine articles and video-taped material introduce students to various aspects of the Spanish-speaking world. A novel or play is studied each semester. Short essays and commentaries improve writing and analytical skills. (Equivalent to SPN 31A.)
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UL
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Lab: 3 hrs.
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Course Weight: 1.00
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SPN
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601
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Advanced Spanish II
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Equivalent to the second half of SPN 31A/B.
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UL
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Lab: 3 hrs.
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Course Weight: 1.00
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SPN
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704
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Introduction to Latin American Culture I
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This course is designed to introduce students to South American culture. Literary works by authors such as Jorge Luis Borges, Gabriel Garcia Marquez and Luisa Valenzuela will be examined in relation to social and political themes in Latin American society. The study of painting, sculpture, cinema, music and popular culture from various countries will lead to an enhanced awareness of cultural diversity in South America. Equivalent to the first half of SPN 44A/B.
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UL
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Lect: 3 hrs.
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| Prerequisite: SPN 601 or SPN 710 or SPN 810
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Course Weight: 1.00
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SPN
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708
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Contemporary Spanish Fiction
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This course will explore Spanish fiction from the onset of the Civil War to the present. Through the study of short stories, plays and novels by authors such as Federico Garcia Lorca, Juan Marse and Esther Tusquets, students will develop skills in literary analysis and gain an understanding of modern Spanish literature. Textual analysis, oral participation and composition form an essential part of the course.
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UL
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Lect: 3 hrs.
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Course Weight: 1.00
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SPN
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710
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Spanish of Spain and Latin America
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This course will present a panoramic view of the development of the Spanish language, while providing an in-depth study of its present-day grammatical structure. Students will be taken on a lively journey through the history of Spanish from its Latin origins to its current use in Spain, Latin America and elsewhere. The norms and variations of Modern Spanish will be studied. The course will be given in Spanish using multimedia.
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UL
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Lect: 3 hrs.
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| Prerequisite: SPN 601 or SPN 704 or SPN 804
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Course Weight: 1.00
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SPN
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804
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Introduction to Latin American Culture II
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This course is designed to introduce students to the culture of Mexico, Central America and the Spanish-speaking Caribbean. Literary works by authors such as Laura Esqivel, Carlos Fuentes and Nicolas Guillen will be studied in relation to social and political themes in Latin American society. The study of painting, sculpture, cinema, music and popular culture will lead to an enhanced awareness of cultural diversity in the Spanish speaking world. Equivalent to the second half of SPN 44A/B.
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UL
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Lect: 3 hrs.
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| Prerequisite: SPN 601 or SPN 710 or SPN 810 or SPN 704
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Course Weight: 1.00
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SPN
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810
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Cultural Context of Writing
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Intended for students who need to improve their writing skills in Spanish, this course will study five major modes of writing: description, narration, exposition, argumentation and academic discourse. Students will engage in the in-depth analysis of texts from various sources: Spanish and Latin-American literature, journalistic writing, advertising, scholarly articles, etc. The course is structured in such a way as to help students understand the cultural complexity of the relationship between the writer and the intended reader.
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UL
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Lect: 3 hrs.
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| Prerequisite: SPN 601 or SPN 710 or SPN 704 or SPN 804
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Course Weight: 1.00
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