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Practical Spanish I
SPA301 – Monday & Wednesday 10:20 – Noon
Luther Bonney 327
Professor: Jeanne Heil Office: 310 Science Center Wing A
Email: [email protected] Cell: (330) 701-7099
Office Hours: Monday 9-10; Wednesday 1-2 {Or by appointment}
*If I don’t answer your email in 48 hours, contact Dana McDaniel ([email protected])*
Syllabus Contents
Course Description, Objectives, & Required Materials p. 1
Course Schedule p. 2
Grade Breakdown & Details of Graded Components pp. 3-4
Linguistics Department Language Resources pp. 4-5
Policies and Campus Resources pp. 5-7
Course Description
Students will practice effective listening, reading, speaking, and writing skills in Spanish
using a communicative approach. Students who have successfully completed the course will
demonstrate emergent communication and critical thinking in Spanish. Taught in Spanish.
Prerequisite: Spa202 or Permission of Instructor (includes placement); Cr. 4
Objectives
The Practical Spanish I&II series are linked in that Practical Spanish I (SPA301) is a prep course
for Practical Spanish II (SPA302). Part 1 is a springboard into conversational and written skills
(emphasis on the former) that will be needed to practice critical thinking in Part 2. A strong
foundation in grammar is assumed for both courses.
1. Students’ level of spoken Spanish as measured by the ACTFL guidelines will increase at
least one level between the first preparatory interview and the final interview with a
minimum final level of Intermediate High.
Note: Intermediate High is the stated required level for the Spanish Praxis; a higher level
is recommended due to the timed nature of the test.
2. Students will display the ability to understand and produce written Spanish in a way that
is communicatively relevant and appropriate at the 300 level.
3. Students will gain incipient receptive knowledge of culture and linguistics pertinent to the
Spanish language.
Required Materials
Text: Imagina (3rd edition) from Vista Higher Learning
o Please purchase used or rent a copy
o Do not buy a bundle because we won’t use the online website
o Text will be reused in Span302 (SP2019)
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Course Schedule
Semana Fecha Meta(s) Evaluación1
1 M Sept. 2 NO HAY CLASE - Labor Day
W Sept. 4 Adjetivos atípicos 380-1
2 M Sept. 9 Ser/estar 22-23 1a entrevista
W Sept. 11 Verbos de tipo gustar 26-27
3 M Sept. 16 Diario visual 1 1a prueba
W Sept. 18 Pretérito 56-57
4 M Sept. 23 Imperfecto 60-61
W Sept. 25 Pret e Imp 64-65
5 M Sept. 30 Diario visual 2 2a prueba
W Oct. 2 Repaso
6 M Oct. 7 Subjuntivo nominal 94-96 1r examen
W Oct. 9 Pronombres clíticos 100-1 2a entrevista
7 M Oct. 14 NO HAY CLASE – Fall Break
W Oct. 16 Mandatos 104-5
8 M Oct. 21 Diario visual 3 3a prueba
W Oct. 23 Subjuntivo adjetival 134-5
9 M Oct. 28 Reflexivos 138-9
W Oct. 30 Por y para 142-3
10 M Nov. 4 Diario visual 4 4a prueba
W Nov. 6 Repaso
11 M Nov. 11 NO HAY CLASE – Veteran’s day
W Nov. 13 Futuro 172-3 2o examen
12
M Nov. 18 Condicional 176-7 3a entrevista
W Nov. 20 Diario visual 5
Pronombres relativos
180-1
13 M Nov. 25 A volver: Gustar; Pret e Imp 5a prueba
W Nov. 27 NO HAY CLASE - Acción de gracias
14 M Dec. 2 A volver: Subj nom y adj
W Dec. 4 A volver: Por y para; Refls 3r examen
15 M Dec. 9 Diario visual cumulativo
W Dec. 11 Taller de conversación;
Evaluaciones
Semana de exámenes: Entrevista final
THIS SYLLABUS IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE AS NEEDED2
1 All assessments (evaluaciones) are given at the beginning of class. 2 Students will be notified of changes by email and in class. The newest version will be posted on Blackboard. Changes will only
affect course content three weeks in advance or more.
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Grade Breakdown
Asistencia 12
Diario visual
o Entradas (5) 15
o Presentación en clase (2) 6
o Entrada cumulativa 12
Entrevistas
o Entrevistas prepatorias (3) 15
o Entrevista final 10
Pruebas (5) 15
Examenes (3) 15
Details of Graded Components
Asistencia (Attendance)
Students automatically receive the 12 points of attendance if they miss no more than 3 days of
class. Days beyond the 3 free days are worth 1 point per missed day.
Diario visual (Visual Journal)
Students will build a visual journal throughout the semester that combines a journal entry with
visual materials about cultural activities they complete. The grade for the visual journal consists
of (i) writing/preparing journal entries, (ii) presentations of the select journal entries, and (iii) a
synthesis of two of the entries. A short explanation of each follows. More information is posted
on Blackboard.
(i) Entradas (Writing/Preparing Journal Entries)
Students will write five journal entries that consist of visual material related to an activity the
student completed in Spanish and a 300-500 word written response to a prompt related to the
activity.
Sample activities include:
A concert or an art show
A movie or a play
A salsa class
Sample prompts include:
(Relaciones personales) Did you do this activity with someone else? Were they
the ideal person to do the activity with and why?
(En la ciudad) What group(s) of latinos was represented in the activity? Does the
fact that the activity took place in Maine (probably) have any effect on
participating in the activity? Why or why not?
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(ii) Presentación del diario visual (Presentation of Visual Journal)
Students will present two of their journal entries to the class. Dates for presentation will be
assigned in the first weeks of class, but they are also flexible. Presentation of journal entries is
informal and involves a brief oral summary of the contents of the entry prepared minimally in
advance.
(iii) Entrada cumulativa (Cumulative Entry)
The final entry to the visual journal is a cumulative entry that students will present briefly in
class. Students will be presented with options for the topic of the final entry, with the most
common option being comparison of two other entries with regard to a question. Creative
student ideas will be approved on a case-by-case basis assuming that they meet the spirit of the
assignment.
Entrevistas (Interviews)
Two types of interviews are used in Spa301: preparatory interviews and the final interview. The
preparatory interviews are low-stakes interviews that give students an opportunity to practice
targeted skills throughout the semester, including:
Vocabulary/Breadth of topics (e.g., ability to talk about abstract ideas)
Communication skills
Grammar
Grading for the final interview will rely on progress between the interviews, with the first
preparatory interview being graded based on generalized expectations coming into the 300 level
(i.e., SPA202 level, which is intermediate mid) and the final interview being graded based on
both expectations of SPA301 level (intermediate high) and progress since the first interview.
See Blackboard for details on the levels.
Pruebas y exámenes (Quizzes & Tests)
Students will be tested on their ability to understand and produce meaningful Spanish. To do
this, students are expected to be able to use the course’s grammar content as a tool. Five quizzes
(3% each) and three tests (5% each) will be used to evaluate this ability.
Linguistics Department Language Resources
Science Center 305, Wing A; Portland Campus
Linguistics Department Tutoring
The Linguistics department offers language tutoring in various languages, including Spanish.
Tutoring is conducted on a first-come, first-serve basis during drop-in hours. When there are
other students waiting, tutoring sessions are limited to 15 minutes.
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Mesa de conversación (Spanish Conversation Table)
A weekly Spanish Conversation table will start in the third week of the semester. Each table is
an hour long and is led by a student tutor. Conversation table activities range from games to
language practice activities to unstructured conversation depending on attendees’ interest and
level(s). The Conversation table is open to Spanish students of all levels.
Logistics
Once finalized, the tutoring schedule and information about the Conversation Table will be
posted both on Blackboard and in the Linguistics library (Science Center 305, Wing A) where
they take place.
**Note that the instructor also will meet with students to help with grammar understanding for
this course. If a suitable tutor for Spa301 isn’t found, the instructor necessarily serves as the
only resource for this course.
Policies and Campus Resources
Academic Integrity/Plagiarism
Everyone associated with the University of Southern Maine is expected to adhere to the
principles of academic integrity central to the academic function of the University. Any breach
of academic integrity represents a serious offense. Each student has a responsibility to know the
standards of conduct and expectations of academic integrity that apply to academic tasks.
Violations of student academic integrity include any actions that attempt to promote or enhance
the academic standing of any student by dishonest means. Cheating on an examination, stealing
the words or ideas of another (i.e., plagiarism), making statements known to be false or
misleading, falsifying the results of one's research, improperly using library materials or
computer files, or altering or forging academic records are examples of violations of this policy
which are contrary to the academic purposes for which the University exists. Acts that violate
academic integrity disrupt the educational process and are not acceptable.
Evidence of a violation of the academic integrity policy will normally result in disciplinary
action. A copy of the complete policy may be obtained from the Dean of Students Office, online
at www.usm.maine.edu/deanofstudents or by calling and requesting a copy at (207) 780-5242.
Disability Services and Other Special Needs
The university is committed to providing students with documented disabilities equal access to
all university programs and services. If you think you have a disability and would like to request
accommodations, you must register with the Disability Services Center. Timely notification is
essential. The Disability Services Center can be reached by calling 207- 780-4706 or by email
[email protected]. If you have already received a faculty accommodation letter from the
Disability Services Center, please provide me with that information as soon as possible. Please
make a private appointment so that we can review your accommodations.
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Learning Commons Tutoring
Learning Commons tutoring services include writing, critical reading, academic coaching, study
skills and time management. Walk-in tutoring is available at the Glickman Library in Portland,
the Gorham Library, and the LAC Writing Center. For best service, we recommend making an
appointment at https://usm.maine.edu/learningcommons/schedule-tutoring-appointment.
Questions about tutoring should be directed to Paul Dexter at 207-780-5577.
Course Evaluations
At the end of each semester every student has the opportunity to provide constructive feedback
on the course. It is important to me that you take the time to let me know your thoughts about the
course. I use your feedback to make improvements in the course materials, assignments, and
outcomes.
Attendance Policy: Inclement Weather
From time to time USM will determine to close the University due to inclement weather. When
the cancellation is for an entire day, the class content will be made up at another time or through
additional, outside of class assignments.
When the school opens late or closes early, and the time selected is during the middle of class,
we will still hold the class unless you are otherwise notified by me. Two examples:
Our class starts at 10:20am, but if the University is closing at 11:00am, we will still have
class unless you hear from me.
Our class starts at 10:20am, but if the University is opening at 11:00am, we will still have
class unless you hear from me.
Counseling
Counseling is available at USM. The best way to schedule an appointment is to email
[email protected]. More information is available at https://usm.maine.edu/uhcs.
Nondiscrimination Policy
The University of Maine System does not discriminate on the grounds of race, color, religion,
sex, sexual orientation, including transgender status and gender expression, national origin,
citizenship status, age, disability, genetic information or veteran’s status in employment,
education, and all other programs and activities. Please contact Lynda Dec, CHRO &
Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity, and Title IX support for USM 45 Exeter Street, Portland,
ME, 207.262.7911, Email: [email protected] with questions or concerns.
Statement on Religious Observance for USM Students
Absence for Religious Holy Days: The University of Southern Maine respects the religious
beliefs of all members of the community, affirms their rights to observe significant religious holy
days, and will make reasonable accommodations, upon request, for such observances. If a
student’s religious observance is in conflict with the academic experience, they should inform
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their instructor(s) of the class or other school functions that will be affected. It is the student’s
responsibility to make the necessary arrangements mutually agreed upon with the instructor(s).
Title IX Statement
The University of Southern Maine is committed to making our campuses safer places for
students. Because of this commitment, and our federal obligations, faculty and other employees
are considered mandated reporters when it comes to experiences of interpersonal violence
(sexual assault, sexual harassment, dating or domestic violence, and stalking). Disclosures of
interpersonal violence must be passed along to the University’s Deputy Title IX Coordinator
who can help provide support and academic remedies for students who have been impacted.
More information can be found online at http://usm.maine.edu/campus-safety-project or by
contacting Sarah E. Holmes at [email protected] or 207-780-5767. If students want to
speak with someone confidentially, the following resources are available on and off campus:
University Counseling Services (207-780-4050); 24 Hour Sexual Assault Hotline (1-800-871-
7741); 24 Hour Domestic Violence Hotline (1-866-834-4357).
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