DEPARTMENT OF WORLD LANGUAGES AND CULTURES

Spanish 101

Complete syllabus as Word Document
Programma as a Word Document

COURSE GOALS AND POLICIES

Texts: ¡Saludos! Oscar Ozete (SS)

Student Activity Manual for ¡Saludos! (SAM)

Course description:

This course is the first half of an eight-hour, two-semester series designed as an introduction to understanding, speaking, reading, and writing Spanish and to Hispanic culture. Interactive learning activities will create a wide variety of opportunities for the mastery of Spanish, enabling students to achieve a novice-level competence, as outlined by national guidelines*.

Course goals:

1. To demonstrate progressive acquisition of the basic language skills of speaking, listening, reading, and writing, in accordance with American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages proficiency guidelines.

2. To demonstrate the ability to communicate using high-frequency vocabulary and structures in the target language.

3. To demonstrate basic knowledge of the geography, social organization, and culture of Spanish-speaking countries and Hispanic areas of the US.

Grades:

This course is comprised of the following four sections (1000 points total):

1. Four chapter tests (100 pts. each) 40% 400 pts

2. One mid-term; one final (100 pts. each) 20% 200

3. Five vocabulary quizzes (20 points each) 10% 100

4. Participation 30% 300

a. Class preparation/participation (20%)

b. Lab activities (10%)* A-V and Computer

Grade Percentage Points

Daily routine:

Monday/Wednesday/Friday (classroom)

Before class, read and prepare all material and exercises on the pages indicated on the syllabus. For days marked SS (¡Saludos!), write the answers to all written exercises in your notebook. Your instructor will give you specific assignments. For days marked SAM (Student Activity Manual) prepare the exercises on the pages indicated, and then correct them accurately in red ink, according to the answer key beginning on page 128. Failure to complete or correct assignments will result in a loss of points in your preparation/participation grade for that day.

Tuesday (a/v lab, Chapman 214)

Since each lab activity will incorporate exercises from both SS and the SAM, bring both books to a/v lab every Tuesday. Your lab assistant will have specific assignments for you. Follow the lab policy for make-ups.

Thursday (computer lab, Chapman 212)

Assignments have been prepared for you.

Attendance will be required in the computer lab beginning on August 28. The computer lab will be open and staffed for your convenience during your regular lab period. Computer assignments and quizzes are due to your instructor on the date indicated. There are no make-ups for computer assignments.

Course requirements/policies:

1. Participation: Because our course methodology is student-centered,students are expected to come to class prepared to participate actively in discussions, drills, role-plays, and oral, written, and group activities. Daily class participation and a positive classroom attitude will play a major role in successful completion of the course and attainment of desired competency levels. Proper classroom behavior is required at all times. Please turn off cell phones and pagers during class and lab.

2. Attendance: Because language acquisition success is directly proportionate to the consistency of daily practice, students are expected to be present at all class and laboratory sessions. In all cases it is the student’s responsibility to keep track of his/her absences. Please refer to and sign the departmental Attendance Policy.

3. Responsibility for satisfactory academic progress rests with the student. Students should maintain an awareness of their status in the class by careful review of returned tests and graded activities, as well as ongoing communication with the instructor.

4. Academic integrity: Samford students are expected to maintain high standards of scholarship and integrity. Any student found guilty of dishonesty in academic work as described in the Student Handbook will be subject to the process outlined in the Value Violation Procedural Guide published by the University. In addition, the use of electronic translation for class assignments is strictly prohibited.

Make-up policies:

In all cases the student is responsible for keeping up with the material. For documented absences only follow these procedures:

Chapter tests: In the case of a missed exam, the grade for the Mid-term will replace the grade of the exam missed to that point in the semester. Likewise, the Final Exam grade will replace that of an exam missed during the second half of the semester.

Vocabulary quizzes: One (1) of the 5 quizzes may be made up by way of an alternate quiz. The vocab make-up must be taken before the next chapter is introduced.

Homework: Homework may be turned in the class period before or the class period after an absence for half credit.

Schedule, requirements, policies, and procedures subject to change upon written notification.

Samford University complies with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act. Students with disabilities who seek accommodations must make their request through Kathleen Troiano in Disability Support Services. This office is located in Counseling Services on the lower level of Pittman Hall, or by calling 726-4078 or 726-2105. A faculty member will grant reasonable accommodations only upon notification from the Disability Support Services.

Your exams and quizzes will be available for review throughout the course. Under no circumstances are the exams to leave the office, lab, or classroom. If you wish to discuss your grade, tests, or progress, please feel free to speak with your instructor.

*For a detailed description of the abilities of a novice-level student of Spanish, consult the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages proficiency guidelines. See your instructor.