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Course Syllabus – ELearning Online Class
General Class and Course Information
Course Number: SPN1120
Course Title: Elementary Spanish 1
Term/Dates: Fall 2015
Reference Number: 204310
Credit Hours: 4
Clock Hours: 64
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.
Distance Learning Class Information
This course is taken completely on the Internet without attending a classroom on campus. Some courses may require
students to take examination(s) in a proctored lab setting. Before you decide to take the course via online delivery, it is
recommended that you:
Visit – http://www.palmbeachstate.edu/elearning/online
to obtain Detailed Facts & Information about
Blackboard Access
 Access to your Online Course is AVAILABLE each term on the FIRST DAY OF CLASSES
 Access to your Online Course will NOT BE AVAILABLE unless the course tuition is FULLY PAID
Blackboard Orientations
 How to Register for the Free Online Orientation Course: ELO1000
 Where/When to Attend On-­­Campus Orientation
Blackboard Tips & Tutorials
 How to Ensure your Computer is Compatible
 Ensure you Understand Examination and Assignment Rules
 Learn the Functions of Blackboard
Then Proceed To – https://palmbeachstate.blackboard.com
to Login to your Course (not available before the first day of class) using the same
USERNAME and PASSWORD you used to register for classes.
For Additional Information and Notices Visit – http://www.palmbeachstate.edu/elearning
Professor’s Information
Name: Wendy Mendez-­­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. & 1-2:00 p.m.
W 8:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
R 8:00-9:00a.m. & 1-2:00 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
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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
This course will be conducted entirely online through the Blackboard Learning System. All communication between the
professor and students will take place through Blackboard, as will all course activities, assignments, discussions, and
exams.
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:
Blackboard
Assignments……………………..……………………………………………………………....20%
Videos
Assignments.………….…………………………………………………………………………………15%
CONNECT Lab homework……….…………………………………………………………….…….….......20%
Discussion
Boards…………………..…………………………………………………………………………….10%
Quizzes and Tests…………………………………………………………………..…………………………….15%
Exams (Mid Term & Final Exams)….………………………………………………………………………20%
TOTAL …………………………………………………………………………….100%
Grading:
Letter Grade
A
B
C
D
F
P
N
S
U
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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
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Class Policies
Attendance: Professors are required to take attendance.
You are expected to be serious, thoughtful and responsible. Be very conscious of your attendance and obligations.
Students are expected to adjust their schedules to accommodate the time required to complete the class. If you do not
have significant, daily, time available to dedicate to the course, you may find it difficult to keep up. Learning a language
is difficult, and somewhat more difficult online than in the classroom. Online attendance should be regular, at least
three times a week. Ideally, you should check the course site every day. In order to understand and really learn the
concepts, it is best to do the assignments throughout the week -­­ not in one sitting at the last minute! If you should run
into a technical problem, it is difficult, if not impossible, to get help at 10:00 pm on a Friday night. It is best to stay
slightly ahead in the course so that if you get sick or have any kind of family emergency, you won't miss any deadlines.
Electronic Device Use and Email Policy:
You will need access to a computer for this course. Students are responsible for checking their PBSC e-­­mail and course
mail regularly, as I communicate changes, announcements, and other information through e-­­mail and Blackboard. I will
only contact you through your Palm Beach State email account. It is your responsibility to make sure your email is
working.
Late Assignment Policy:
Late work will NOT BE ACCEPTED unless you have consulted me in advance with an acceptable reason.
Make-­­up Exam Policy:
Please take all exams and complete all assignments, tests, and activities at the designated time. There will be NO MAKE-­­
UPS. In the event of an emergency or serious illness, please notify me before the due date and provide documented
evidence.
Withdrawal Policy:
It is the student's responsibility to withdraw by contacting the registrar. I reserve the right to withdraw any student
from the class due to non-­­attendance/participation.
Professor’s Expectations
When taking an online course the student needs to be an independent learner and possess superior time-management
skills.
The student is expected to:
* login to course website during first week of class (if you do not login before the first assignment due date, the
assignment will not be accepted)
* remain in contact with the instructor as necessary
* check course website discussion board and email at least three times a week
* be aware of all course announcements and due dates
* read the assigned pages in the textbook
* read the course notes posted on the course web site
* complete all assigned exercises
* complete and submit all homework/projects/tests on time
The professor does not provide technical support. If you have difficulty with technology, you should consider whether
online courses will meet your needs. It is expected that students in online classes will have superior computer skills and
use the technical support available to them through the various publishers.
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The amount of time spent on the course depends on the type of learner you are, what your level of proficiency is, and your
desire to learn. Only you can determine how much time to spend, but you should expect to spend about 8-10 hours a week
on this course. Before you start this course, be sure you can devote the correct amount of time to the subject. Be sure to
take into account other course work, your work schedule (including travel), your family life, and any other factors that
may influence your study time.
You are the most important factor in the formula for your success. To succeed you must put in maximum effort and
communicate with the instructor and fellow students. When using a computer for any kind of work you must always be
prepared for an emergency. It is up to the student to find alternate ways to get to a computer when his or hers goes down.
"Computer broken" or "can't login to ISP" are not acceptable excuses. The professor will help with understanding the
course material, but cannot diagnose computer problems or provide technical support.
The course website is our primary classroom. Appropriate conduct is required as it is in a classroom environment.
You may not post messages on the discussion board that use foul or abusive language. Postings of this nature will result in
immediately being denied access to the course.
Otherwise, you are free (and encouraged) to use the discussion boards and email functions. Rules of Netiquette must be
followed.
This course has an Internet web site located at: https://palmbeachstate.blackboard.com.
The course web site will be available the first day of the start of the semester. Your password will not work until
that time.
It is the student's responsibility to have accessed this site no later than the last day of add/drop period, although
students are very strongly urged to access the course on the first day of classes, just as with a traditional, classroom-based
course. The web site has a security system which requires a Sign on and a Password. Only registered students will be able
to access the course.
To login to the course web site:
Go to https://palmbeachstate.blackboard.com
User Name: Use your Palm Beach State Student ID Number (no hyphens). Your Palm Beach State Student ID Number
can be found on the back of your student ID card. If you do not have a student ID card, you can obtain one in the
bookstore at Lake Worth campus. For obtaining a student ID card on other campuses, check with the campus directly.
Password: The student's Blackboard password will be the student's Palm Beach State Pin Number.
Distance Learning Class Information
This course is taken in whole via the Internet without attending a classroom on campus. Before you decide to take the
course under these conditions, it is recommended that you:
 take the following assessments to determine if distance learning is best for you:
1. Should I take a distance learning class?
2. Do I have enough time to take a distance learning class?
3. Do I have the technical skills and knowledge to learn online?
 read the eLearning web page (http://www.palmbeachstate.edu/elearning ) which include instructions for logging
onto Blackboard, computer requirements, and basic computer skills students must have prior to enrolling a
distance learning class.

read the syllabus description carefully.
 contact the professor by e-mail or by phone if you have any questions.
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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
semana 2
Semana 3
semana 4
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Actividades
Introducción
Capítulo 1

Read syllabus and other
introductory material

Introduce yourself in the
Virtual Office

Orientation assignments

Register in CONNECT and
begin assignments due
DUE August 31, 2015
Capítulo 1

Read Introduction

Read textbook pages

Watch Professor Lectures

Read Chapter Presentations

Complete Connect Lab
DUE September 7, 2015
Capítulo 1

Review chapter materials

Discussion Board

Video Assignment

Lesson Assignments

Take chapter test
DUE September 14, 2015
Capítulo 2

Read Introduction

Read textbook pages

Watch Professor Lectures

Read Chapter Presentations
Temas
Presentaciones/Class Syllabus
Capítulo1: Ante todo. pp. 2-21
Primera parte, Saludos y expresiones de cortesía / El
alfabeto español / Los cognados / ¿Cómo es usted? / Nota
cultural
Segunda parte, Cómo expresar la hora / Las vocales / Los
números del 0 al 30 / El género y los números / Los gustos
y preferencias / ¿Qué hora es? /A leer
Capítulo1: Ante todo. pp. 2-21
Primera parte, Saludos y expresiones de cortesía / El
alfabeto español / Los cognados / ¿Cómo es usted? / Nota
cultural
Segunda parte, Cómo expresar la hora / Las vocales / Los
números del 0 al 30 / El género y los números / Los gustos
y preferencias / ¿Qué hora es? /A leer
Capítulo1: Ante todo. pp. 2-21
Primera parte, Saludos y expresiones de cortesía / El
alfabeto español / Los cognados / ¿Cómo es usted? / Nota
cultural
Segunda parte, Cómo expresar la hora / Las vocales / Los
números del 0 al 30 / El género y los números / Los gustos
y preferencias / ¿Qué hora es? /A leer
Capítulo 2: En la universidad. pp. 24-53
En el salón de clase / Las materias / Las palabras
interrogativas / Naming People, Places, Things, and Ideas
/Singular Nouns: Gender and Articles / Nouns and Articles:
Plural Forms / Expressing Actions-Subject Pronouns (Part
1) / Present Tense of –ar Verbs / Cómo expresar las partes
del día / El verbo estar / Getting Information- Asking
Yes/No Questions / A leer
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
Complete Connect Lab
DUE September 21, 2015
semana 5
semana 6
semana 7
Capítulo 2

Review chapter materials

Discussion Board

Video Assignment

Lesson Assignments

Take chapter test
DUE September 28, 2015
Capítulo 3

Read Introduction

Read textbook pages

Watch Professor Lectures

Read Chapter Presentations

Complete Connect Lab
DUE October 5, 2015
Capítulo 3

Review chapter materials
Capítulos 1-3
MID TERM
EXAM
due Oct. 15, 2015
semana 8

Discussion Board

Video Assignment

Lesson Assignments
DUE October 12, 2015
Capítulo 4

Read Introduction

Read textbook pages

Watch Professor Lectures

Read Chapter Presentations

Complete Connect Lab
Capítulo 2: En la universidad. pp. 24-53
En el salón de clase / Las materias / Las palabras
interrogativas / Naming People, Places, Things, and Ideas
/Singular Nouns: Gender and Articles / Nouns and Articles:
Plural Forms / Expressing Actions-Subject Pronouns (Part
1) / Present Tense of –ar Verbs / Cómo expresar las partes
del día / El verbo estar / Getting Information- Asking
Yes/No Questions / A leer
Capítulo 3: La familia. pp. 58-91
La familia y los parientes / Los números del 31 al 100 /
Cómo expresar la edad: tener… años / Los adjetivos /
Otras nacionalidades / Describing-Adjectives: Gender,
Number, and Position / Expressing to be-Present Tense of
ser; Summary of Uses / Expressing Possession-Unstressed
Possessive Adjectives / Expressing Actions-Present Tense
of -er and -ir Verbs; Subject Pronouns (Part 2) / A leer
Capítulo 3: La familia. pp. 58-91
La familia y los parientes / Los números del 31 al 100 /
Cómo expresar la edad: tener… años / Los adjetivos /
Otras nacionalidades / Describing-Adjectives: Gender,
Number, and Position / Expressing to be-Present Tense of
ser; Summary of Uses / Expressing Possession-Unstressed
Possessive Adjectives / Expressing Actions-Present Tense
of -er and -ir Verbs; Subject Pronouns (Part 2) / A leer
Capítulo 4: De compras. pp. 96-123
De compras: La ropa / Los colores: ¿De qué color es? / Los
números a partir del 100 / Pointing Out People and ThingsDemonstrative Adjectives and Pronouns / Expressing
Actions and States- Tener, venir, poder, preferir, querer;
Some Idioms with tener / Expressing Destination and
Future Actions-Ir; The Contraction al; Ir+a+infinitive /A
leer
DUE October 19, 2015
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semana 9
Semana 10
Semana 11
Capítulo 4

Review chapter materials

Discussion Board

Video Assignment

Lesson Assignments

Take chapter test
DUE October 26, 2015
Capítulo 5

Read Introduction

Read textbook pages

Watch Professor Lectures

Read Chapter Presentations

Complete Connect Lab
DUE November 2, 2015
Capítulo 5

Review chapter materials

Discussion Board

Video Assignment

Lesson Assignments

Take chapter test
Capítulo 4: De compras. pp. 96-123
De compras: La ropa / Los colores: ¿De qué color es? / Los
números a partir del 100 / Pointing Out People and ThingsDemonstrative Adjectives and Pronouns / Expressing
Actions and States- Tener, venir, poder, preferir, querer;
Some Idioms with tener / Expressing Destination and
Future Actions-Ir; The Contraction al; Ir+a+infinitive /A
leer
Capítulo 5: En casa. pp. 128-157
Los muebles, los cuartos y otras partes de la casa (Part 1) /
¿Qué día es hoy? / ¿Cuándo?: Las preposiciones (Part 1) /
Expressing Actions-Hacer, oír, poner, salir, traer, ver /
Expressing Actions-Present Tense of Stem-changing Verbs
/ Expressing –self/-selves-Reflexive Pronouns / A leer
Capítulo 5: En casa. pp. 128-157
Los muebles, los cuartos y otras partes de la casa (Part 1) /
¿Qué día es hoy? / ¿Cuándo?: Las preposiciones (Part 1) /
Expressing Actions-Hacer, oír, poner, salir, traer, ver /
Expressing Actions-Present Tense of Stem-changing Verbs
/ Expressing –self/-selves-Reflexive Pronouns / A leer
DUE November 9, 2015
Semana 12
Capítulo 6

Read Introduction

Read textbook pages

Watch Professor Lectures

Read Chapter Presentations

Complete Connect Lab
Capítulo 6: Las estaciones y el tiempo. pp. 162-174
¿Qué tiempo hace hoy? / Otras expresiones con tener / Los
meses y las estaciones del año / ¿Dónde está?: Las
preposiciones (Part 2) / ¿Qué están haciendo?-Present
Progressive: Estar + -ndo / ¿Ser o estar?-Summary of the
uses of ser and estar / Describing-Comparisons / A leer
DUE November 16, 2015
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Semana 13
Semana 14
Semana 15
Capítulo 6

Review chapter materials

Discussion Board

Video Assignment

Lesson Assignments

Take chapter test
DUE November 23, 2015
Capítulos 7

Read Introduction

Read textbook pages

Watch Professor Lectures

Read Chapter Presentations

Complete Connect Lab
DUE November 30, 2015
Capítulos 7

Review chapter materials

Discussion Board

Video Assignment

Lesson Assignments
Capítulo 6: Las estaciones y el tiempo. pp. 162-174
¿Qué tiempo hace hoy? / Otras expresiones con tener / Los
meses y las estaciones del año / ¿Dónde está?: Las
preposiciones (Part 2) / ¿Qué están haciendo?-Present
Progressive: Estar + -ndo / ¿Ser o estar?-Summary of the
uses of ser and estar / Describing-Comparisons / A leer
Capítulo 7: ¡A comer! pp. 198-229
La comida y las comidas / ¿Qué sabe Ud. y a quién conoce?
/ Expressing /what or who(m)-Direct Objects: The Personal
a; Direct Object Pronouns / Expressing Negation:
Indefinite and Negative Words / Influencing Others:
Formal Commands
Capítulo 7: ¡A comer! pp. 198-229
La comida y las comidas / ¿Qué sabe Ud. y a quién conoce?
/ Expressing /what or who(m)-Direct Objects: The Personal
a; Direct Object Pronouns / Expressing Negation:
Indefinite and Negative Words / Influencing Others:
Formal Commands
DUE December 7, 2015
Semana 16
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FINAL EXAM
Due December 10, 2015
Estudiar para el examen final!!!!!
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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:
(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 Nov. 4, 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.
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Distance Learning Requirements
Computer Systems
Your computer system resources must be compatible with the Learning Management System (LMS) used to deliver/manage course
content. System Check (analysis) is provided on the course login page at https://palmbeachstate.blackboard.com. Your computer
needs to be configured per recommended settings. Failure to do so generally results in test submission and other participative
action errors. These types of errors are generally not accepted as an excuse for missed submissions.
SLC Computer Lab
If students do not have access to a computer at home, the SLC Computer Lab at a Palm Beach State campus can be used to complete
course assignments. Visit the SLC Computer Lab webpage at http://www.palmbeachstate.edu/slc for location and hours.
Student Computer & Learning Management System Skills
Students need to possess basic web-­­browsing skills and need to learn the functions of the Learning Management System (LMS).
Online video tutorials are provided for all major LMS functions and can be accessed from the online classroom or directly at
http://www.palmbeachstate.edu/elearning/resources
Course Login
Courses become accessible on the first day of class and tuition must be fully paid to obtain access. If this is your first PBSC online
course, review the Course Access Facts & Information at http://www.palmbeachstate.edu/elearning/online before attempting to
login to your course -­­-­­ information on how to change your password and solving other login related issues is provided on this page.
Login Page: https://palmbeachstate.blackboard.com
Username: Your PBSC Student ID
Password: Your PBSC Password (must be 6 characters)
Online Textbook Purchase
The textbook(s) can be purchased at the PBSC Campus Bookstore or online at http://www.efollett.com.
Online Course Assistance
For assistance, contact your:
o Professor -­­-­­ with Course Instructional Content (assignment/test availability dates, course instructions, etc.) issues.
o Student Helpdesk -­­-­­ with Username/Password & General Access issues. Call 561-­­868-­­4000.
o Blackboard Administrator -­­-­­ for Course Availability issues. Email [email protected].
Department Contact Information
Name: Dr. John Flynn
Telephone: (561) 862-4414
Job Title: A s s o c i a t e Dean
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Office Location: AD 407
Email: [email protected]
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