SPAN07003 2021 Spanish Language, Culture and Contemporary Media 3.2
This module continues to progress towards CEFR Level B1. The student is expected to demonstrate greater independence in the correct use of oral, written and aural skills in Spanish. Use of text-based and contemporary media will be selected to reflect the student’s increased independent reading skills and intercultural awareness.
Learning Outcomes
On completion of this module the learner will/should be able to;
Progress towards Level B1 (Independent user) within the Common European Framework for Language Learning (Council of Europe Guidelines).
OVERALL READING COMPREHENSION Can read with a large degree of independence, adapting style and speed of reading to different texts and purposes, and using appropriate reference sources selectively. Has a broad active reading vocabulary, but may experience some difficulty with low-frequency idioms.
OVERALL WRITTEN INTERACTION Can convey information and ideas on abstract as well as concrete topics, check information and ask about or explain problems with reasonable precision. Can write personal letters and notes asking for or conveying simple information of immediate relevance, getting across the point he/she feels to be important
OVERALL WRITTEN PRODUCTION Can write straightforward connected texts on a range of familiar subjects within his field of interest, by linking a series of shorter discrete elements into a linear sequence.
AUDIO-VISUAL RECEPTION: Can follow many films in which visuals and action carry much of the storyline, and which are delivered clearly in straightforward language. Can catch the main points in TV programmes on familiar topics when the delivery is relatively slow and clear.
Teaching and Learning Strategies
Language seminars
Listening and comprehension
Cultural project work
Audio-visual and Modern Media materials
Module Assessment Strategies
Role plays
Oral presentations.
Written test
Project presentation
Portfolio assessment
Voice and video recordings
Repeat Assessments
All elements of the assessments may be repeated accordingly.
Indicative Syllabus
Progress towards achieving Level B1 (Independent User) within the Common European Framework for Language Learning (Council of Europe Guidelines).
With appropriate assistance understand the main points of clear standard input on familiar matters regularly encountered in work, school, leisure etc.
Deal with the principal situations likely to arise whilst travelling in an area where the language is spoken.
Produce simple, connected text on topics which are familiar or of personal interest.
Describe in simple terms, and with adequate preparation, aspects of his/her background, immediate environment and matters in areas of immediate need.
Implement a level of grammatical accuracy appropriate to the Level.
Begin to demonstrate an awareness of good accent and intonation.
Demonstrate increased awareness of Spanish speaking world cultural life through completion of a project, presentation or similar.
Coursework & Assessment Breakdown
Coursework Assessment
Title | Type | Form | Percent | Week | Learning Outcomes Assessed | |
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1 | Oral and Aural work | Coursework Assessment | Assessment | 50 % | OnGoing | 1,2,3,5 |
End of Semester / Year Assessment
Title | Type | Form | Percent | Week | Learning Outcomes Assessed | |
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1 | Written, Oral and Aural assessment | Final Exam | Assessment | 50 % | OnGoing | 1,2,3,4,5 |
Full Time Mode Workload
Type | Location | Description | Hours | Frequency | Avg Workload |
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Lecture | Flat Classroom | Lecture | 4 | Weekly | 4.00 |
Independent Learning | Not Specified | Independent learning | 3 | Weekly | 3.00 |
Required & Recommended Book List
2014-03-11 Gente Hoy: Libro del alumno + CD 2 (B1) Difusion Centro de Publicacion y Publicaciones de Idiomas, S.L.
ISBN 8415640374 ISBN-13 9788415640370
Rare book
Module Resources
https://marcoele.com/gramatica-a/
https://marcoele.com/gramatica-b/