SPAN08011 2021 Spanish Language, Culture and Contemporary Media 4.1
This module builds on the previous years of language studies and equips the student with linguistic skills to communicate competently in Spanish at CEFR Level B1 (independent user). The module develops the student's appreciation of and sensitivity to cultural, social and economic issues relevant to Spanish-speaking societies.
Learning Outcomes
On completion of this module the learner will/should be able to;
Perform with increased confidence at CEFR Level B1. Students who have spent a semester / year abroad in a German speaking environment will be encouraged to initiate progression towards CEFR Level B2.
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 SPOKEN PRODUCTION Can give clear, detailed descriptions and presentations on a wide range of subjects related to his/her field of interest, expanding and supporting ideas with subsidiary points and relevant examples.
OVERALL WRITTEN PRODUCTION Can write clear, detailed texts on a variety of subjects related to his field of interest, synthesising and evaluating information and arguments from a number of sources.
AUDIO-VISUAL RECEPTION: Can understand most TV news and current affairs programmes. Can understand documentaries, live interviews, talk shows, plays and the majority of films in the standard form of the language.
Teaching and Learning Strategies
Language seminars
Listening and comprehension
Cultural/business project work
Audio-visual and Modern Media materials
Module Assessment Strategies
Roleplays
Oral interviews
Project: written and oral presentation
Written tests
Written letters
Translations
Portfolio assessment
Voice and video recordings
Repeat Assessments
All elements of the assessments may be repeated accordingly
Indicative Syllabus
Understand the main ideas of complex texts on both concrete and abstract topics, including technical discussion in his/her field of specialisation
Interact with a degree of fluency and spontaneity (higher in those who have lived in a country in which the target language is spoken) which makes regular interaction with native speakers quite possible without strain for either party
Self-correct when speaking/writing in the target language
Understand and appreciate various historical, political and social issues relevant to the main country in which the target language is spoken and start to acquire an awareness of other countries across the globe where the target language is spoken
Carry out personal research in the target language using appropriate resources.
Coursework & Assessment Breakdown
Coursework Assessment
Title | Type | Form | Percent | Week | Learning Outcomes Assessed | |
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1 | Aural, written reports/dissertation, essays | Coursework Assessment | Assessment | 50 % | OnGoing | 1,2,3,4,5 |
2 | Oral exams, presentations, reports. | Coursework Assessment | 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
2015-10-27 Gente Hoy: Libro del alumno + CD 3 (B2) Difusion Centro de Publicacion y Publicaciones de Idiomas, S.L.
ISBN 8415640404 ISBN-13 9788415640400
Rare book
Module Resources
https://marcoele.com/gramatica-a/
https://marcoele.com/gramatica-b/