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Course Syllabus – Classroom Course
General Class and Course Information
Course Number: SPN1121
Course Title: Elementary Spanish 2
Term/Dates: Fall 2015
Reference Number: 204312 Credit Hours: 4
Clock Hours: 64
Days: T/R
Time: 11:00-12:45 a.m.
Room: CB201
Course Description: This class provides opportunities to develop the basic language skills: listening, speaking, reading
and writing of Spanish with an emphasis on the spoken language. The course drills pronunciation, vocabulary building
and elementary grammar and composition. Cultural aspects of Hispanic populations will be discussed.
Professor’s Information
Name: Wendy Méndez-Hasselman
Telephone: (561) 862-4384
Faculty Web Page:
https://www.palmbeachstate.edu/faculty/index.asp?id=mendezw1
Office Location: CB225
Email: [email protected]
Office Hours: T 8:00-9:00a.m. & 1:00-2:00 p.m.
W 8:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
R 8:00-9:00a.m. & 1:00-2:00 p.m.
Information on REQUIRED Textbooks:
Title
Puntos de partida
Edition
9th
Author
Dorwick, Pérez-Gironés,
Becher, Isabelli
Publisher
McGraw Hill
ISBN
9781259282188
Other Information on Textbooks and Materials needed for class:
Value package of Puntos de partida for SPN 1120/SPN1121 contains: Connect Access Code + Text+ Dictionary
Course Learning Outcomes: As a result of taking this course, the student will be able to:
•Demonstrate knowledge of elementary Spanish vocabulary, conversational patterns and usage by employing Spanish in
classroom discussions.
•Interpret and demonstrate correct usage of Spanish and English grammatical structures, verbs, idioms and vocabulary
at the basic level.
•Illustrate knowledge of the language by submitting written assignments and oral presentations.
•Recognize the Hispanic cultural heritage and the role it plays in today’s world.
•Demonstrate the use of technology through the use of on-line component exercises, tutorials and cultural activities on
line and by submitting assignments and emails on line.
Full Course Outline - Click on the following link: Course Outlines and enter the course number (no space between the
prefix and the number).
Class Information
A variety of teaching and learning methods will be used in class including lecture, group activities, research, in class and
out of class activities. The course is mostly carried out in Spanish. Besides requiring intensive practice in written Spanish,
the course also involves students’ active oral production, by working in pairs or small groups. The student is expected to
communicate in the target language at all times.
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Academic Dishonesty Policy and Penalty for Violation:
Academic dishonesty of any kind will result in a zero on the assignment. Any and all cases of academic dishonesty will
be promptly reported to the Dean of Academic Affairs and the Dean of Student Services.
Assignments, Tests, Quizzes and Final Exam Schedule, with percentage/points of grade:
Final grade will be determined as follows:
20% Participation, Attendance & Homework (includes attendance and punctuality, active
participation, submitted homework assignments, preparation of daily assignments)
15% Connect Lab Assignments
10% Essays (2) in Spanish
10% Culture Oral Presentation (in English)
5% Extracurricular activity (in English)
20% Exams (2)
5% Spanish Oral Exam (1)
15% Final Exam (cummulative)
Grading:
Letter Grade
A
B
C
D
F
P
N
S
U
Points
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
Percentage (if applicable)
90-100
80-89
70-79
60-69
Below 60
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
Class Policies
Attendance: Professors are required to take attendance.
Your class attendance is crucial. Every day that you are absent you will receive a 0 for that days participation grade.
Because your final grade is based substantially on your demonstration in class of the development of your skills,
excessive absence (more than 2 unexcused absences) or repeated tardiness will lower your final grade. Excused
absences include serious illness, with doctor’s notification, personal emergency with official notification, or extenuating
circumstances to be discussed and accepted at the intructor's discretion.
Electronic Device Use and Email Policy:
Only e-mails with PBSC addresses will be used and read by instructor. Cell phones and/or any other electronic devices
may not be used in class. If you have a phone in class it must be set to vibrate or turned off. Texting and reading email
on portable devices during class activities is NOT ALLOWED.
Late Assignment Policy:
Late work will NOT BE ACCEPTED unless you have consulted me in advance with an acceptable reason.
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Make-up Exam Policy:
Take all exams and give presentations at the designated time. There will be NO MAKE-UPS. In the event of an emergency
or serious illness, please notify me before the class period of the presentation or exam and provide documented
evidence.
Withdrawal Policy:
It is the student's responsibility to withdraw by contacting the resgistrar. I reserve the right to withdraw any student
from the class due to non-attendance/participation.
Professor’s Expectations
Class preparation: Your preparation of assignments should be as thorough as possible. Study all material and complete
all readings that appear within the pages assigned for a given class. While grammar explanations will be given when
necessary, it is expected that you study the grammar rules assigned before you come to class.
Participation: Your participation in class is essential to the overall learning experience. Attendance without active
participation will NOT ensure a good grade. Participation includes, but is not limited to, preparation for class,
attentiveness, collaboration with peers and instructor, and response to questions. Students are expected to speak in
Spanish AT ALL TIMES and be willing to contribute to class discussions. Note that speaking English in class will
negatively affect your participation grade. If you are concerned with your participation, please come see me.
Essays: There will be 2 compositions in Spanish. They should be a minimum of 150 words, written during class time.
The compositions should be well edited before turning them in. Students can use dictionaries, grammar books, and other
useful materials when writing and editing essays.
Oral presentations: Throughout the semester, you will be giving a formal oral presentation individually. The
presentation should be practiced enough so that you present fluently, without notes, and can “ad-lib” successfully. This
presentation is about a culture topic and will be given in English.
Extracurricular activity: Students will write one (250 words) report, in English, based on their participation in an
extracurricular activity. Participation in extra-curricular activities is a way to link academic work with activities and
events on and off campus that can improve students’ exposure to the language and culture of the Spanish-speaking world.
Exams: There will be 2 exams based on the grammar, vocabulary, readings and culture presentations.
Spanish Oral Exam: Will consist of a 5 minutes oral interview in Spanish with your professor.
Final Exam: Will be ALL INCLUSIVE
Study hints:
1) Don’t fall behind! A foreign language course is quite different from many other university courses. As you learn about the Spanishspeaking world, you will continue developing skills (listening, speaking, reading, and writing) that require daily time and energy.
Cramming is counterproductive. If you keep up with daily assignments, your progress should be smooth. If you don’t, you will find
yourself getting lost and you will not advance the development of your skills in Spanish. To prepare properly for class, you should
expect to spend, on average, about 2-3 hours for every class period, and more for special assignments. As part of your preparation for
class, you should always review and study what has been covered in the previous class. You are responsible for thoroughly preparing
all the material assigned for a given class. If you do this, you will be able to participate fully in class, and your study for quizzes and
tests will involve reviewing and not cramming.
2) Practice aloud! Though specific assignments will direct you to read, write, listen, and speak, try to maximize your oral practice of
Spanish by practicing aloud as much as possible. Although speaking to oneself can be awkward or artificial, it can help build your
fluency. Practice aloud some of the exercises, readings and other activities. Your study should involve your rehearsing what you say in
response to the questions of the text activities.
3) You are strongly encouraged to practice outside of class with your native speaker friends and/or tutoring sessions offered by the
college.
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Plan semanal de estudio
This is a tentative schedule. A serious effort will be made to maintain this schedule; however, some deviations
may be necessary to accommodate students’ needs and progress. You are responsible for keeping up with any
changes made. Specific homework assignments will be given in class on a weekly basis.
Fechas
semana 1
Actividades de
clase
24-27 de agosto
Capítulo 8
Introducción
Semana 2
Capítulo 8
31 de agosto al 3 de
septiembre
semana 3
Presentaciones/Class Syllabus
Repaso
Chapter 8: De viaje, pp. 230-263
Traveling / Vacations / Indirect Object Pronouns / Gustar / The
Preterite
Chapter 8: De viaje, pp. 230-263
Traveling / Vacations / Indirect Object Pronouns / Gustar / The
Preterite
Capítulo 9
Chapter 9: Los días festivos, pp. 264-291
Celebrations / Emotions / Irregular Preterites / The Preterite of
Stem -changing Verbs / Direct and Indirect Object Pronouns
Together
Capítulo 9
Chapter 9: Los días festivos, pp. 264-291
Celebrations / Emotions / Irregular Preterites / The Preterite of
Stem -changing Verbs / Direct and Indirect Object Pronouns
Together
7-10 de septiembre
Labor Day
(7 de septiembre)
semana 4
Temas
14-17 de septiembre
Presentaciones orales
(17 de septiembre )
semana 5
Capítulo 10
Chapter 10: El tiempo libre, pp. 292-319
Pastimes / Domestic Chores / The Imperfect / Summary of
Interrogative Words / Superlatives
semana 6
Capítulo 10
28 de septiembre al 1
de octubre
Presentaciones orales
Chapter 10: El tiempo libre, pp. 292-319
Pastimes / Domestic Chores / The Imperfect / Summary of
Interrogative Words / Superlatives
semana 7
Capítulos 8, 9 y 10
5-8 de octubre
EXAM #1(6 de octubre)
21-24 de septiembre
(1 de octubre)
Estudiar Capítulos 8, 9 y 10 para el Examen #1
Composición 1
(8 de octubre)
Semana 8
12-15 de octubre
*Academic
Development Day
(13 de octubre)
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Capítulo 11
Chapter 11: La salud, pp. 320-349
Health and Well-being / Illnesses and Going to the Doctor / The
Preterite and the Imperfect / Relative Pronouns / Reciprocal
Actions
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Semana 9
Capítulo 11
19-22 de octubre
Presentaciones orales
(22 de octubre)
Semana 10
Capítulo 12
Chapter 12: ¡Conecta@s! pp. 350-381
Housing and Neighborhoods / Technology / Informal Commands /
The Subjunctive / Influence
Capítulo 12
Chapter 12: ¡Conecta@s! pp. 350-381
Housing and Neighborhoods / Technology / Informal Commands /
The Subjunctive / Influence
26-29 de octubre
Semana 11
2-5 de noviembre
Presentaciones orales
(5 noviembre)
Semana 12
9-12 de noviembre
Chapter 11: La salud, pp. 320-349
Health and Well-being / Illnesses and Going to the Doctor / The
Preterite and the Imperfect / Relative Pronouns / Reciprocal
Actions
Capítulos 11 y 12
Estudiar Capítulos 11 y 12 para el Examen #2
EXAM #2
(10 de noviembre)
*Veteran’s Day
(11 de noviembre)
Semana 13
Composición #2
(12 de noviembre)
Capítulo 13
16-19 de noviembre
Chapter 13: El arte y la cultura, pp. 382-411 and pp427-431
The Arts / Ordinals / The Subjunctive: Emotions /Doubt and
Denial / The Subjunctive: A Summary
Actividad
extracurricular
(19 de noviembre)
Semana 14
Capítulos 13 y 14
23-26 de noviembre
Presentaciones orales
*Thanksgiving
(24 de noviembre)
(26-27 de noviembre)
Semana 15
Capítulo 14
Chapter 14: Las presiones de la vida moderna, pp.412-441
Pressures of Student Life / Accidents / Using expressions with
hace… / Accidental se: Another use of se / Por or para
Oral Exam
Estudiar para el examen final!!!!!
30 de noviembre al 3
de diciembre
7-10 de diciembre
Chapter 13: El arte y la cultura, pp. 382-411 and pp427-431
The Arts / Ordinals / The Subjunctive: Emotions /Doubt and
Denial / The Subjunctive: A Summary
Chapter 14: Las presiones de la vida moderna, pp.412-441
Pressures of Student Life / Accidents / Using expressions with
hace… / Accidental se: Another use of se / Por or para
(8 de diciembre)
FINAL EXAM
(10 de diciembre)
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Fall 2015
Oral presentations
Students will research and prepare a topic to give an oral presentation during class (in English). Students may decide on
a topic related to Hispanic culture, and connected to what is covered in class, that they would like to present for this
project. Each student will sign up for a particular class period (from the list provided on p.7 of the syllabus) in which they
will be required to present. Students are not allowed to read or use any written notes during their presentations. Each
presentation should last a minimum of 5 minutes and no more than 10 minutes. The presentations will be graded using
the criteria listed on the rubric provided by the instructor on p.9 of the syllabus.
Essays
Students will turn in two compositions (in Spanish) throughout the semester. Each composition will be a minimum of
150 words and will be based on topic and directions provided by the instructor. Students can use dictionaries, grammar
books, and other useful materials when writing and editing essays. The assignment will be done during class time and
must comply with any other guidelines given by your instructor. The compositions will be graded using the criteria listed
on the rubric provided by the instructor on p.10 of the syllabus. You should not use on-line translators. You should not
allow a native speaker of Spanish or a more advanced Spanish student proofread your composition. If you receive
inappropriate help, you will receive a grade of 0 for the composition. Any and all cases of academic dishonesty will
be promptly reported to the Dean of Academic Affairs and the Dean of Student Services.
Extra-curricular activity
Participation in extra-curricular activity is a way to link academic work with activities and events on and off campus that
can improve students’ exposure to the language and culture of the Spanish-speaking world. All students must do a
minimum of one extracurricular activity to receive the full credit for this portion of the grade (5%). In order to receive
credit for this activity a brief report of 250-300 words (in English) must be typed (double-spaced, 1-inch margins, 12point font) and handed in to the instructor on or before the date indicated on syllabus. The report should briefly
summarize the activity in which the student participated, what the student learned from the event and give the student’s
personal opinion about the value of the event. The extra-curricular activity essay should not be a summary of the film or
the event. It should be a reaction to what you learned with your personal opinion in terms of connections and
comparisons to your prior knowledge of Hispanic culture, other cultures, and/or your own culture. Please feel free to
stop by my office for questions about this assignment. Student must provide proof of attendance. Any and all cases of
academic dishonesty will be promptly reported to the Dean of Student Services and the Dean of Academic Affairs.
There are several activities to choose:
 watch one of the movies in Spanish recommended by the instructor.
 attend and fully participate in events of the SALSA Club.
 attend community activities and/or visit exhibits related to Hispanic culture at a museum in the area.
 do volunteer work that benefits a Hispanic community.
 Be alert for events that will be announced during class throughout the semester.
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09/17
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Capítulos 8 y9
La República Dominicana
Juan Luis Guerra
Oscar de la Renta
Beisbolistas dominicanos
Las hermanas Mirabal
Cuba
Celia Cruz
Wilfredo Lam
Fidel Castro
¿?
09/28
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Capítulo 10
Puerto Rico
Ricky Martin
Tito Puente
Marc Anthony
Los indígenas taínos
El Yunque
¿?
10/22
Capítulo 11
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Fall 2015
Venezuela
Carolina Herrera
Hugo Chávez
Simón Bolívar
Oscar de León
El Salto Ángel
¿?
11/05
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Capítulo 12
Colombia
Fernando Botero
Shakira
Juanes
Juan Pablo Montoya
Gabriel García Márquez
El vallenato
¿?
11/24
Capítulos 13 y 14
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Temas para las presentaciones orales
Bolivia
El Ecuador
Oswaldo Guayasamín
Islas Galápagos
El Perú
Los Incas
La música andina
Machu Picchu
Líneas de Nazca
¿?
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Nombre _____________________
SPAN 1120/1121
Evaluation criteria for oral presentation
Organization (20 pts.)
Student presents information in logical, interesting sequence which audience
can follow.
Student presents information in logical sequence which audience can follow.
Audience has difficulty following presentation because student jumps
around.
Audience cannot understand presentation because there is no sequence of
information.
Subject Knowledge (40 pts.)
Student demonstrates full knowledge (more than required) by answering all
class questions with explanations and elaboration.
Student is at ease with expected answers to all questions, but fails to
elaborate.
Student is uncomfortable with information and is able to answer only
rudimentary questions.
Student does not have grasp of information; student cannot answer questions
about subject.
Eye contact / Presentation (15 pts.)
Student maintains eye contact with audience, seldom looking away or
returning to notes.
Student maintains eye contact most of the time but frequently returns to
notes.
Student occasionally uses eye contact, but still looks away or reads most of
report.
Student reads all of report with no eye contact.
Elocution (15 pts.)
Student uses a clear voice and correct, precise pronunciation of terms so that
all audience members can hear presentation.
Student's voice is clear. Student pronounces most words correctly. Most
audience members can hear presentation.
Student's voice is low. Student incorrectly pronounces terms. Audience
members have difficulty hearing presentation.
Student mumbles, incorrectly pronounces terms, and speaks too quietly for
students in the back of class to hear.
Graphics and Visual Aids (10 pts.)
Student's graphics and/or visual aids explain and reinforce presentation.
Student's graphics and/or visual aids relate to text and presentation.
Student occasionally uses graphics and/or visual aids that rarely support text
and presentation.
Student uses superfluous graphics and/or visual aids or no graphics and/or
visual aids.
Tema ____________________
Fall 2015
20 - 18
17 - 15
14 - 11
10 - 1
40 -35
34 - 30
29 - 25
20 - 1
15 – 13
12 – 10
9- 7
6-1
15 – 13
12 - 10
9- 7
6-1
10 – 9
9-8
7-6
5 -1
Total points: __________%
Notes:
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Evaluation Criteria for Compositions
Fall 2015
Points
Content = 15 points
very complete information; no more can be said; thorough; relevant, on target
adequate information; some development of ideas; some ideas lack supporting detail or
evidence
limited information; ideas present but not developed; lack of supporting detail or
evidence
minimal information; information lacks substance (is superficial); inappropriate or
irrelevant information; or not enough information to evaluate
Organization = 15 points
logically and effectively ordered; main points and details are connected; fluent; not
choppy whatsoever
an apparent order to the content is intended; somewhat choppy; loosely organized but
main points do stand out, although sequencing of ideas is not complete
limited order to the content; lacks logical sequencing of ideas; ineffective ordering;
very choppy; disjointed
series of separate sentences with no transitions; disconnected ideas; no apparent order
to the content; or not enough to evaluate
Vocabulary = 35 points
broad; impressive; precise and effective word use and choice; extensive use of words
studied
adequate but not impressive; some erroneous word usage or choice; but meaning is not
confused or obscured; some use of words studied
erroneous word use or choice leads to confused or obscured meaning; some literal
translations and invented words; limited use of words studied
inadequate; repetitive; incorrect use or no use of words studied; literal translations;
Grammar = 35 points
less than 3 errors in the grammar presented thus far in course; very few errors in
subject/verb or adjective/noun agreement: erroneous use of grammar does not impede
comprehensibility; complete editing for grammar
less than 5 errors in the grammar presented thus far in course; occasional errors in
subject/verb or adjective/noun agreement; erroneous use of grammar does not impede
comprehensibility; some editing for grammar evident but not complete
more than 5 errors in the grammar presented thus far in course; some errors in subject/
verb or adjective/noun agreement; erroneous use of grammar does not impede
comprehensibility; work was poorly edited for grammar
an abundance of errors in the use and form of the grammar presented thus far in
course; frequent errors in subject/verb agreement; non-Spanish sentence structure;
erroneous use of grammar makes the work difficult to comprehend at times; no
evidence of having edited the work for grammar
15-13.5
13-12
11.5-10.5
10-9
15-13.5
13-12
11.5-10.5
10-9
35-31.5
31-28
27.5-24.5
24-21
35-31.5
31-28
27.5-24.5
24-21
Total points: ________%
College Policies and Web Information
Academic Dishonesty
Academic dishonesty includes the following actions, as well as other similar conduct aimed at making false representation with
respect to the student's academic performance:
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(1) Cheating on an exam, (2) Collaborating with others on work to be presented, if contrary to the stated rules of the course,
(3) Submitting, if contrary to the rules of the course, work previously submitted in another course, (4) Knowingly and intentionally
assisting another student in any of the above actions, including assistance in an arrangement whereby work, classroom
performance, examination, or other activity is submitted or performed by a person other that the student under whose name the
work is submitted or performed, (5) Plagiarism.
Please refer to the Palm Beach State College Student Handbook (www.palmbeachstate.edu/current for link to the student
handbook).
Classroom Etiquette and Student Behavior Guidelines
Students will demonstrate respect for professors and fellow students. Behavior that is disruptive to a positive learning environment
reported by the professor will result in a warning on the first instance; the second instance might result in expulsion from the course
or campus.
Computer Competency Component
Each student will, to the satisfaction of the professor, demonstrate a fundamental understanding of basic computer operations
through various professor-determined exercises and/or assignments.
Disability Support Services
Students with disabilities are advised, in compliance with federal and state laws, that accommodations and services are available
through the office of Disability Support Services (DSS). It is the student's responsibility to contact Disabled Student Services Advisors
and to submit appropriate documentation prior to receiving services. Please see the website at www.palmbeachstate.edu/current
for web address for Disability Support Services.
Eating, Drinking and Smoking
Eating and drinking are confined to areas designated on the campus. Smoking is not permitted in any College building and only in
areas designated at each campus.
Final Course Grade Appeal
The evaluation of academic work is the responsibility of the faculty member/instructor. The method for assigning the final course
grade is established by the faculty member/instructor. Per Board Rule 6Hx-18-3.191, faculty/instructors shall communicate the
grading policy of the course to their students in writing. If this policy changes during the term, students should be notified of any
changes in writing. The method to determine final course grades must be given to students in a course syllabus at the beginning of
the class. Should a student have a question about a final course grade, please follow the procedures as outlined in the student
handbook: www.palmbeachstate.edu/current.
Mid-Term Grade Reporting
Within one week after the close of the mid-term grading period, mid-term grades will be made available to all students for each
class by either written notification or individual conference.
Student Responsibility Policy
When a student attends the College, s/he becomes subject to its jurisdiction. Students are expected to conduct themselves in a
responsible manner, in all areas of campus life. By enrolling, they pledge to obey the rules and regulations of the College and are
responsible for observing all College policies and procedures as published in the student handbook, the College catalog and other
College publications. The student will be responsible for preparing for class, participating in class, and completing assignments on
time.
Palm Beach State Websites of Interest
Please see this web page (www.palmbeachstate.edu/current) for a list of web addresses for students.
Withdrawal Policy for Individual Courses
The last day to withdraw from a College course with a "W" grade in this course is November 5, 2015. It is the responsibility of the
student to use the PantherWeb system or visit a campus Registrar’s office to withdraw. An official withdrawal entitles the student
to a grade of "W" in the class.
Department Contact Information
Name: Dr. John Flynn
Telephone: (561) 862-4414
Job Title: Associate Dean
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Email: [email protected]
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