Fall - 2013 W: 10:00-11:40 AM SPN 1120 Elementary Spanish I – 16903 Hybrid E-Mail: lsandresrapalo@valenciac ollege.edu Phone: 407-582-2271 Office: East Campus 3- 129 Office Hours: T,TH, 9:00- 10:00 AM MW 9:00 -10:00AM Friday- Saturday: Virtual Hours: 8:00-10:30 AM ¡Bienvenido(a)! Bem-vindo(a)! Welcome! Bienvenu(e)! . A different language is a different vision of life. ~Federico Fellini Dr. Sandres - 1
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Dr. Lester Sandres
Humanities and Foreign Languages
Class location: 4- 149 (East Campus)
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Course Description
This course is an introduction to the Spanish language and culture. It is the first class of two semesters. The purpose is to introduce you to the experience of learning a foreign language, and give you the basic tools to continue your other Spanish courses. Method of Instruction:
The course will be taught through a combination of lecture, hands-on classroom exercises, homework assignment, and online work. Students should not assume that there would be class time to complete homework assignments.
SPN 1120 - Class Competencies
This course will develop your mastery in the following areas:
Reading skills (literal/critical comprehension) Listening skills (literal/critical comprehension) Speaking skills (composing and transmitting the
message, using oral skills suitable to topic, purpose and audience).
Writing skills (literal/critical comprehension)
Course Objective
It is for students to achieve a novice level of proficiency in the target language (in writing, speaking, reading, and listening) as well as some awareness of the Hispanic culture, which will allow students to continue to the next course. In addition to the competencies acquire at the end of this course, at the end of the semester you will be expected to be able to use the target language at an intermediate - novice level.
Evaluation - Your grade will be calculated as follow for SPN 1120.
Attendance/participation/homework (not Online)
1 Oral presentation/ 1 Cultural Project/ 5 Compositions
1 Oral Interview
Online activities
5 Chapter Test/ Quizzes
Final Exam (per level)
Textbook/Materials Aventuras 4th edition, by
Blanco & Donley. ISBN-13: 978-1-61857-055-0
Online Code: Vista Higher Learning Center. The online workbook and lab manual with audio allows you to receive immediate feedback on your work. This learning center also gives you access to an audio- and video-enhanced eBook, integrated textbook activities, partnered, voice-recorded activities, and companion videos with pre- and post-viewing activities.
Make sure your book is not an Instructor Edition. This will not be accepted in class! In addition, you need your book in class every time we meet.
Microphone (to complete audio recordings to be submitted online) Check with your professor first. (optional)
Course code__________
Class Etiquette
All Cellular Phones Must Be Turned off During Class Period. No Texting During Class!!!
Students can bring their computers; I-pads are for taking only Spanish class notes.
Classroom DoorStudents are responsible for closing and open the door very diligent while class is on session.
ComputersStudents can bring their computers, I-pads, tape recorders to only take
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Spanish class notes.
Teaching Philosophy
Developing communicative abilities in Spanish and understanding the rich culture of the Spanish-speaking world are the two primary objectives of the course. Consequently, the program combines content-based language instruction with an interactive task-based approach. This means that the material will be presented to you thematically and that the activities used to reinforce your language development will focus on real-life language situations. You will be expected to actively participate in a variety of interactive small and large-group activities. This course is not based on lectures, but rather on active learner participation in different tasks that require students to use Spanish in various situations that reflect normal use of different varieties of Spanish. The class will be conducted in Spanish in order to provide you with maximum exposure to the language.
Students with Disabilities:
Students who qualify for academic accommodations must provide a letter from the Office for Students with Disabilities (OSD) and discuss specific needs with the professor, preferably during the first week of class. The Office for Students with Disabilities (East: Bldg. 5 - 212) determines accommodations based on appropriate documentation of disabilities. The goal at the OSD is to open doors, remove barriers and assist you in any way they can. The key to success is matching your needs to the services provided.
"Students with disabilities who qualify for academic accommodations must provide a Notification to Instructor (NTI) form from the Office for Students with Disabilities (OSD) and discuss specific needs with the professor, preferably during the first two weeks of class. The Office for Students with Disabilities determines accommodations based on appropriate documentation of disabilities. Please contact (campus phone number) for more information."
Valencia ID cards are required for LRC, Testing Center, and IMC usage. No other form of ID at those locations will be accepted. Possession and utilization of a Valencia ID is mandatory in order to obtain these services.
Course Policies: Students may not use cell phones or any other electronic device while in class. Not only is it rude, but it is
also disrespectful to disengage during class time by reading, using, or communicating with an electronic devise while you are in class. Turn them off and put them away. They should not be visible at any time during the class, or you will be asked to leave.
Students are required to take full responsibility for their success in the course. This includes knowledge of all of Valencia College’s policies; knowledge of all of this course’s policies; and be equipped and able to use the Internet, submit work through Blackboard, and view learning materials through Blackboard.
Students are required to ensure that they are equipped and ready to use materials and tools on Blackboard and to submit work electronically. All papers must be submitted in Microsoft Word. If students do not have the program, they can use any of the several computers available free on campus. Papers not submitted in the proper format will not be graded.
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Students are expected to attend class. Students who are not present in class will not earn points for completed assignments. Certainly problems such as misbehaving cars, illnesses, and family emergencies come up. There is no need for students to document excused absences. Students are to take responsibility for attending all possible classes and to accept the policy that late work will not be accepted. To compensate for any missed assignments, students have the option of completing extra credit submissions.
The Professor is not responsible for any technical issues. These issues should be resolved with the help of the Blackboard Help Desk or the Academic Success Center.
Students are expected to keep up with assignments. You are responsible for meeting all deadlines for Discussions, Assignments, Quizzes, and Exams.
Academic honesty is absolutely maintained in this course. You will receive a Zero for any assignment that is plagiarized, and may receive a failing grade for the course. Academic honesty means that all answers on quizzes, assignments, Discussion Responses, exams, essays, etc. must be original—your own. It also means you may not share answers with another classmate or copy materials from outside sources. Whenever you use someone else's ideas or interpretations, cite the source.
It is the student’s responsibility to withdraw from the course if he or she chooses. Professor Sandres reserves the right to withdraw students for failure to show up to the first two weeks of class, but any other withdrawals must be made by the student. Requests to be withdrawn by the professor after the withdrawal deadline will not be accepted.
Valencia faculty and staff communicate with students through Atlas and Blackboard. It is your responsibility to check your Atlas and Blackboard e-mail on a regular time frame. Failure to check your Atlas e-mail account does not excuse you from any notices that may be sent to you.
All materials provided online are copyrighted and made available for educational purposes only. Students may not reproduce copyrighted material without permission from the appropriate publisher or author.
Please refrain from making any disparaging or disrespectful comments to any participant in the course and limit your comments to those which directly relate to the topic of discussion.
The Professor reserves the right to fail any student violating the college’s Academic Honesty Policy.
Class Requirements
Test & Quizzes: All tests and quizzes will be announced ahead of time, or you may check the syllabus (for the benefit of the student) NO MAKE-UP TEST WILL BE GIVEN! No makeup tests or quizzes are available without explicit consent of instructor. Example: jury duty, military service, or documented excuse.
Final Exam: Students will take one final comprehensive final exam per semester. Do not make other plans for that day and time. The final exam is worth 20% of your grade. If students do not take the final exam, students will receive a 0/100. The final exam must be taken on the date published for final exams.
Assignments: All assignments are due on specified date. For each chapter, you will receive one homework grade (workbook). Make-up work will not be accepted. Written assignments (journals) will be assigned in class; they must be legible (distinctly written). All students are responsible for securing notes and assignments from a classmate if absences should occur. Being absent for class is not an excuse to turn in your homework late. A word of advice: exchange your telephone number and email address with two other students in your class and e-mail me if absences occur. If you have difficulty with the language, please seek extra help in the tutoring center. Students will be required to have a folder with three prongs to keep journals, creations, tests, and quizzes.
Online: Vista Higher Learning the course management system that you will use this semester in this course, located at www.vhlcentral.com. Online Student Activities are exercises to be completed, and any other activities assigned are listed on Supersite calendar. The activities represent extensive grammar-driven practice that will assist the student in internalizing. Homework will be completed on the dates that appear in the calendar. In order to receive full credit, you must receive an average score of 80. Other assignments might be graded differently; depending on the activity.
Oral Presentations: The student is required to do two Spanish oral presentations during the semester. Each oral presentation is at least two minutes each person (in Spanish) on any topic discussed in class. Topic should be approved by professor. DON’T BE ABSENT; they will be no make up for the presentations.
Participation: Participation grade is separate from attendance. Students have to be willing to participate and ready with your work every day. This is not the place to sleep or to do other classes homework. Participation in class involves a number of variables, including but not limited to: Use of Spanish in the classroom.
a. Willingness to participate actively in all class activities.b. Cooperation during group and pair work.c. Respect and attitude toward the class and your peers.d. Daily preparation for each class.e. Instructor may assign written homework that will be collected and graded; these assignments form part of your
participation grade.
Deadline Policy:
Late work will be expected but will be subjected to a grade deduction of 20% for each day that is late.Make plans at least 24 hours before the due date to complete online work.
Extra Credit:
Extra credit offered in the course will be for attending specific events that will be announced by the professor or for writing an extra essay. All extra credit must be turned in by the due date listed on the syllabus. No extra credit will be assigned or accepted after that date.
Options for earning extra credit are explained in more detail on Blackboard under the Menu Item “Extra Credit.”
Credit for Extra Essays will be assigned based on the quality of the work.
10 points will be given for A work
8 points will be given for B work
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7 points will be given for C work
Food for Thought:
Be tolerant to not understanding all of what you are hearing. Be comfortable listening selectively. Use trial and error…for practice. Language is more skill than knowledge. Spanish is not English. Be prepared to look at everything differently – not only words and phrases, but also
complete ideas. Listen and speak at every opportunity. Lose your fear of making mistakes. Memorize rules. Five minutes engraving a rule in the brain is worth avoiding five hours of groping and a lifetime
of frustration and mistakes. Language is not grammar. Grammar simply helps learners understand how things go together.
Attendance
1.Attendance: Regularity in classroom attendance is vital to academic success. Students who do not maintain regular attendance and who fall behind in their work are subject to withdrawal by the instructor. In this course, every class session is considered a week of classes. After that you will receive a notification of excessive absence and five points will be deducted for each hour you missed from your attendance and participation grade.
2.Lateness: Lateness of fifteen minutes or early departure will count as a miss hour. A professor can withdraw you from a course for excessive absences without your permission. Do not leave early without informing me. This is disruptive and rude.
Withdrawal Policy
A faculty member is permitted to withdraw a student from the faculty member's class up to the beginning of the final exam period, for violation of the faculty member's attendance policy, as published in the faculty member's syllabus. Procedure: 6Hx28: 4-07 Section III Withdraw from a Course
It is the student’s responsibility to withdraw from the course if he or she feels he cannot complete the requirements of the course. Students may withdraw at any time until the Withdrawal Deadline and receive a W.
Professor Sandres reserves the right to withdraw students for failure to show up to the first two weeks of class, but any other withdrawals must be made by the student. Requests to be withdrawn by the professor after the withdrawal deadline will not be accepted.
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Valencia College
In addition to our program competencies, Valencia College has defined four interrelated competencies (Value, Think, Communicate, Act) that prepare students to succeed in the community. These competencies are outlined in the College Catalog. In this course, through classroom lecture and discussion, group work, and other learning activities, you will further develop your mastery of these core competencies.
Valencia College Core Competencies
In addition to our program competencies, Valencia faculty has defined four interrelated competencies (Value, Think, Communicate, Act) that prepare students to succeed in the community. These competencies are outlined in the College Catalog. In this course, through classroom lecture and discussion, group work, and other learning activities, you will further develop your mastery of these core competencies.
Student Conduct
Classroom Behavior:
Valencia College is dedicated to promoting honorable personal and social conduct. By enrolling at Valencia, a student assumes the responsibility for knowing and abiding by the rules articulated in the Student Code of Conduct (6Hx28:10-03). The instructor reserves the right to refer students who engage in activities that are disruptive to the learning environment to the Dean of Students for disciplinary action. The following list, though not exhaustive, includes things, which are disruptive to the learning environment:
Use of any electronic devices including but not restricted to: Cell phones, iPods, and laptop computers (documentation from OSD will be taken into consideration).
Preparing homework for other courses during class. Engaging in private conversations with classmates while class is in session. Excessive tardiness Leaving and re-entering the classroom while the class is in session. In addition, Valencia Community College strives to provide a drug-free learning environment for
all those involved in the academic experience. Our policy is as follows:
Policy:
In compliance with the provisions of the Federal Drug-Free Schools and Communities Act of 1989, Valencia Community College will take such steps as are necessary in order to adopt and implement a program to prevent the unlawful possession, use, or distribution of illicit drugs and alcohol by Valencia Community College students or employees on college premises or as part of any college activity.
Academic Honesty:
Valencia College is dedicated to promoting honorable personal and social conduct. By enrolling at Valencia, a student assumes the responsibility for knowing and abiding by the rules articulated in the Student Code of Conduct (6Hx28:10-
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03). The instructor reserves the right to refer students who engage in activities that are disruptive to the learning environment to the Dean of Students for disciplinary action. The following list, though not exhaustive, includes things, which are disruptive to the learning environment:
Plagiarism, cheating, submitting work of another person of work previously used without informing the instructor, tampering with the academic work of others and other forms of academic dishonesty may lead to lowered course grade, failure of the course or more severe measures, depending on judgments of the gravity of the individual case.
Each student is expected to be in complete compliance with the college policy on Academic Honesty as set forth in the admissions catalog and the student handbook. Any student cheating on an exam will receive a zero on the exam, which cannot be replaced by the final score, and the professor at his/her discretion can withdraw the student from the class.
Exams and homework are considered individual effort; any submissions that aretoo similar for coincidence will receive no credit. This include any composition where a translator have been used or where the level of proficiency is higher than the one shown in class.
Students may collaborate in-group assignments. This does NOT include duplication of work . Collaboration should be used to edit or to clarify doubts. If anyone is involved in incidents of cheating will be given a zero (‘0”) for that assignment /quiz/exam /project without regard to who did the original work or who may have benefited. Each student is expected to be in complete compliance with the college policy on Academic Honesty as set forth in the admissions catalog and the student handbook. Any student(s) cheating on an exam will receive a zero on the exam, which cannot be replaced with the final score and the professor at his/her discretion can withdraw you from the class.
Students who are absent are fully responsible for all material covered in class. Leaving a message on my phone or sending an e-mail will not be an excused. Make sure you can contact your classmates too.
The instructor’s phone and email are provided for emergency situations, such as missing an exam, and brief questions about specific assignments. Messages should consist of your name, your class and class time, and a brief message. Questions such a “What did we cover in class?” will not result in a response. Due to the problem of “phone tag”, student phone calls will normally not be returned. Emails with specific questions will be answered as soon as possible, usually within 24 hours (during week days). Students who need more than a brief response should arrange a meeting with the instructor.
Student behavior or speech that disrupts the instructional setting or is clearly disrespectful of the instructor or fellow students will not be tolerated. Disruptive conduct may include bit is not limited: 1. Rude or disrespectful behavior; 2. Unwarranted interruptions; 3. Failure to adhere to instructor’s directions; 4. Vulgar or obscene language, slurs, or other forms of intimidation; 5. physically or verbally abusive behavior. Student’s behavior that is inappropriate will result in disenrollment from the course.
In addition, Valencia College strives to provide a drug-free learning environment for all those involved in the academic experience. Our policy is as follows:
Valencia College is dedicated to the advancement of knowledge and learning, and to the development of responsible personal and social conduct. By enrolling at Valencia, a student assumes the responsibility for knowing and abiding by the rules of appropriate behavior as articulated in the Student Code of Conduct. The primary responsibility for managing the classroom environment rests with the faculty. Faculty may direct students who engage in inappropriate behavior that results in disruption of a class to leave the class. Such students may be subject to other disciplinary action, which may include a warning, withdrawal from class, probation, suspension, or expulsion from the college. Please read the Student
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Code of Conduct in the current Valencia Student Handbook. Here is the link to Valencia’s Student Code of Conduct website: http://www.valenciac.edu/policies/policydetail2.cfm?PolicyCatID=10&PolicyID=3
Syllabus
SYLLABUS / PLAN DE ESTUDIOS
Semana/Día Objetivos Libro Tarea para la próxima clase
Semana 1
Día 1
L1
Learn and practice: basic greetings and farewells, introductions, and courtesy expressions
Introduction to the course
Lección 1: Introduction, p. 1
Preparación, pp. 2–6
Workbook and Lab Manual/WebSAM: Lección 1 Preparación;
Pronunciación
Video Manual/WebSAM: Lección 1 Aventuras fotonovela
Supersite: Lección 1 Aventuras fotonovela
Semana 1
Día 2
L1
Identify yourself and others, say what time it is, use polite expressions, learn the Spanish alphabet
Pronunciación, p. 7
Aventuras fotonovela, pp. 8–9
Workbook and Lab Manual/WebSAM: Lección 1 Gramática 1.1
L1 takings, learn the gender of nouns, learn about definite and indefinite articles
pp. 12–13 Supersite: Lección 1 Gramática 1.2, 1.3
Semana 2
Día 4
L1
Learn numbers 0–30 and perform simple math problems, use hay, identify people and things, indicate possession, describe origin, talk about professions or occupations
Gramática 1.2: Numbers 0–30, pp. 14–15
Gramática 1.3: Present tense of ser, pp. 16–17
Read Lectura, pp. 24–25
Workbook and Lab Manual/WebSAM: Lección 1 Gramática 1.4
Supersite: Lección 1 Gramática 1.4; Assessment
Semana 2
Día 5
L1
Ask for and tell time, talk about the time of day, review grammar concepts from Lesson 1, recognize cognates, Lección 1
Gramática 1.4: Telling time, pp. 18–19
A repasar, pp. 20–21
Ampliación, pp. 22–23
Lectura, pp. 24–25
Lección 1 EXAM
Workbook and Lab Manual/WebSAM: Lección 2 Preparación
Supersite: Lección 2 Preparación
Semana 2
Día 1
L2
Learn names for people, places, and things at the university
Lección 2: Introduction, p. 27
Preparación, pp. 28–32
Video Manual/WebSAM: Lección 2 Aventuras fotonovela
Lab Manual/WebSAM: Lección 2 Pronunciación
Supersite: Lección 2 Aventuras fotonovela
Semana 3 Talk about classes, talk about location and direction, learn
Pronunciación, p. 33
Aventuras fotonovela,
Video Manual/WebSAM: Lección 2 Flash
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Día 2
L2
Spanish vowels pp. 34–35 Cultura
Workbook and Lab Manual/WebSAM: Lección 2 Gramática 2.1
Read about surnames and families, describe people and things
Cultura, pp. 66–67 Gramática 3.1: Descriptive adjectives, pp. 68–69
Workbook and Lab Manual/WebSAM: Lección 3 Gramática 3.2, 3.3
Supersite: Lección 3 Gramática 3.2, 3.3
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Semana 5
Día 4
L3
Express ownership, use the present tense (regular -er and -ir verbs)
Gramática 3.2: Possessive adjectives, pp. 70–71
Gramática 3.3: Present tense of regular -er and -ir verbs, pp. 72–73
Read Lectura, pp. 80–81
Workbook and Lab Manual/WebSAM: Lección 3 Gramática 3.4
Supersite: Lección 3 Gramática 3.4; Assessment
Semana 6
Día 5
L3
Learn the forms of tener and venir, talk about what you have and what you have to do, talk about how you feel using tener, review grammar concepts from Lesson 3, Lección 3
Gramática 3.4: Present tense of tener and venir, pp. 74–75
A repasar, pp. 76–77
Ampliación, pp. 78–79
Lectura, pp. 80–81
Lección 3 EXAM
Workbook and Lab Manual/ WebSAM: Lección 4 Preparación
Supersite: Lección 4 Preparación
Semana 6
Día 1
L4
Talk about pastimes, sports, and places in a city
Lección 4: Introduction, p. 83
Preparación, pp. 84–88
Video Manual/WebSAM: Lección 4 Aventuras fotonovela
Lab Manual/WebSAM: Lección 4 Pronunciación
Supersite: Lección 4 Aventuras fotonovela
Semana 6
Día 2
L4
Make plans and invitations, talk about pastimes, learn word stress and accent marks
Semana 14 Final Exam Review Final Exam Review Final Exam Review
Semana 15 FINAL EXAM FINAL EXAM FINAL EXAM
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This Syllabus will be altered, at the instructor’s discretion, during the course of the term. It is the responsibility of the student to make any adjustments as announced. Keep a hard copy of this syllabus!!
Syllabus
NO MAKE UP TEST WILL BE GIVEN!
***ALL ABOVE INFORMATION IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT PROFESSOR’S DISCRETION***
Important Dates:
Sept 2 - Monday – Labor Day Oct 17 - Thursday College Night Nov 27 - Wednesday – 29 Friday Dec 9 - Monday - 15 Sunday Dec 16 - Monday – Grades are due
Español 1120 – 14802Fall 2013
First Oral Presentation Outline
In this assignment, you will be applying the knowledge and skills acquired in class using the vocabulary and grammar structure of the lesson (Capítulo 1) discussed. You will introduce yourself, talk about your daily activities, your classes, and your family. Your assignment is a (timed) two-minute oral presentation in Spanish. The presentation should contain the following information:
Presentation: Introduce yourself: name, origin, age (optional)
Daily Routine: discuss what you do, using appropriate form of verbs.
Family: Introduce one (1) member of your family & discuss who she/he is and what she/he does (Do not introduce more than 1 member).
Mandatory Visual Aid:
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You may use a poster or Power Point (highly recommended) to add clarity and interest to your speech, get attention, and set the tone.
Nothing should be written on your visual; only names of places and people are acceptable.
Spanish 1120-14802
Fall 2013
Second Oral Presentation Outline
1. The presentation is two minutes each person. A group of two will need a four-minute presentation equally divided; a group of three will need a 6 minute presentation equally divided.
3. The topic of the presentation should cover the material of Spanish 1120 using the vocabulary and grammar structure of Capítulos 1, 2, 3, & 4: The vocabulary studied thus far. If not sure of your topic, please ask your instructor.
4. With a partner, you will do a role play of your choice (with the professor’s approval). Example of topics: At a restaurant, at a movie theater, at a sport game, an interview, having a party/get together, and what you did during spring break. Although these are possible topics, do not feel that you have to pick from these suggestions.
5. The presentation is a skit (role play) that needs to be memorized.
6. Submit a rough draft to have it corrected prior to memorization. You may submit the draft either by e-mail (preferred) or in class. Remember to give yourself sufficient time to memorize your part.
7. Visual aids/props are optional: You may use a power point, posters, or pictures to add clarity and interest to your speech, get attention, and set the tone.
8. Make sure that you are each responsible for your own part. (This is a group work and not a one-person job.)
9. Do unto the other what you want them to do unto you. Please be responsible and considerate, and make this a positive experience by doing your share and staying on task with your group.
10. MOST IMPORTANTLY: Have fun with it: be creative!
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Oral Assessment Rubric
CriteriaLevel of achievement (excellent) 5 - 4 points
Level of achievement (Acceptable) 3 points
Level of achievement (Not Acceptable) 2 - 1 points
Vocabulary
Proper use of topic vocabulary
No deviation from topic
Clear understanding of topic
Adequate usage of vocabulary appropriate to topic
Minimum deviation from
topic
Understanding of topic
Inadequate usage of vocabulary appropriate to topic
Deviation from topic
Little understanding of topic
Grammar
Proper usage of subject/verb agreement
Proper usage of gender/number agreement Proper use of tense Uses facts, formulas, procedures and concepts appropriately to the level
Adequate use of
subject/verb agreement
Adequate use of gender/number agreement
No interference with communication Adequate use of tense States appropriate to the level facts, formulas, procedures and concepts with some inaccuracies
Inability to use subject/verb agreement
Inability to use gender/number agreement
Salient interference with communication Inadequate use of tense Inappropriate use of facts, formulas, procedures and concepts to the level
Adherence to topic/
Flexibility in comprehension
Able to exchange same ideas with the interviewer Connects ideas or develops solutions in a clear and coherent order
Some variation from the
topic
Able at times to interchange same ideas with the interviewer Arranges ideas or solutions into a simple pattern
Lack of understanding of topic at hand.
No flexibility of transition from topic to topic List of ideas or expresses solutions in a fragmentary manner, without a clear or coherent order
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Pronunciation
Clear enunciation of vowel sounds Close to native speech pattern
(based on vowel sounds)
Proper use of stressed syllable
Inconsistency in vowel sounds Acceptable use of stressed syllable
No interference with communication
Interference with communication due to vowel sounds
Incorrect use of stressed syllable
Fluency
Fluid transition from topic
to topic
Uninterrupted transition of
Conversation
Some interruption in conversation
Adequate transition of topic
Long pauses in conversation
Inconsistent transition of topic
Composition Criteria & Standards
Criteria Level of achievement (excellent) 5 - 4 points
Level of achievement (Acceptable)
3-2 points
Level of achievement (Not Acceptable) 1 – 0 point
Organization
Clear supporting sentences. Clear conclusion.
Clear Topic sentence.
Clear cohesiveness in the development of the main topic.
Clear transition of ideas within the topic.
One element missing and/or unclear.
Includes some
transition of ideas within the topic.
Lack of topic sentence.
Lack of sequence. Main idea not developed.
Little evidence/weak
transition of ideas within the topic.
Format and Mechanics
(sentences, phrases, word order, punctuation)
Complete sentences.
Word order is clear.
No or minor inaccuracies of mechanical errors.
Ability to discern a complete thought.
Complete sentences.
Occasional inaccuracies of mechanical errors.
Errors interfere with communication of main topic.
Frequent mechanical errors. Obscure meaning.
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Vocabulary
Proficient use of topic vocabulary.
Orthography is correct.
Adequate vocabulary usage.
Occasional orthographical errors.
Frequent errors in vocabulary usage.
Frequent orthographical errors.
Grammar
Proficient use of grammar (subject/verb agreement; noun/adjective agreement).
Conveys ideas effectively.
Adequate use of grammar.
Occasional errors interfering with communication.
Inadequate use of grammar. Frequent errors interfering with communication.
Adherence to topic
Stay faithful to the topic.
Include information pertaining to the topic.
Some digression from the topic.
Recognition of some of the information pertaining to the topic.
Topic not addressed.
Cultural Presentation Project
I. Your country for the project is _____________. You will research the country assigned and decide what information you should include in your presentation to sell us a vacation packet to go and visit your country on our next vacations. You should include general information about the country, places of interest, museums to visit, music, restaurants, festivals, traditions, etc. Each one will choose one area to research and to present to the class. You will turn in a summary and the sources used on ______________. Remember to keep a copy to yourself.
II. The group will prepare a presentation using Power Point about the country assigned. This presentation should include visual and audio aids to give a better idea of the country. Each one will present their part. Remember you are trying to sell use a vacation package. Include air transportation, place to stay and how much it will cost. Each person will present a part and will have a minimum of 5 slides with at least 4 authentic (real pictures) visuals. As a group you should prepare an introduction about the country (at least 5 slides). Each group will have 20 minutes. You will keep a log of your meetings and signatures of attendees. Problems with members of your group should be addressed before the due date.
III. Answer the following questions about your country in Spanish. Turn in the answers in a paragraph form, double space, 12 fonts, typed. This is an individual assignment. You can help each other to answer the questions but each one of you will write your paragraph individually. The paragraph is due on ______________.
¿Cuál es la capital?
¿Qué idiomas hablan en ese país?
¿Cuántas personas hay en ese país?
¿Quién es el presidente de ese país? ¿Cuánto tiempo hace que es presidente? ¿Cuándo fue elegido (elected)?
¿Cuándo llegaron los españoles a ese país?
¿Quién es una persona famosa en ese país?¿Por qué?
Describe un lugar para ir de vacaciones en ese país.
Menciona el nombre de un almacen o un centro comercial.
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Menciona que tiempo hace en ese país. (it could be by areas, be specific)
¿Cuáles son algunas actividades que podemos hacer?
***ALL ABOVE INFORMATION SUBJECT TO CHANGE ANNOUNCED OR WRITTEN AT THE DISCRETION OF THE INSTRUCTOR***
Valencia College – 1120 - Oral Interview Questions
Each student have 4 minutes Spanish presentation. This presentation is worth 25 points.
Un poco de mí
1. ¿Cómo te llamas? 2. ¿De dónde eres? (describe yourself) 3. ¿Dónde vives? 4. ¿Trabajas? 5. ¿Dónde?6. ¿Cuándo trabajas?7. ¿Qué estudias?8. ¿Cuántas clases tomas?9. ¿Cuál es tu clase favorita?10. ¿Quién es tu profesor/a favorito/a? Por qué?11. ¿A qué hora estudias en la universidad?12. ¿A qué hora regresas a casa?13. ¿A qué hora es tu programa de televisión favorito?
La familia
1. ¿Cómo se llaman tus padres? 2. ¿Cuántos son en tu casa? ¿Cómo se llaman?3. ¿vives en una residencia grande o pequeña?4. ¿Cómo son tus primos/tíos/tías/abuelos/sobrinos/hermanos/padrastros/madrastra?5. ¿Cómo es tu familia, grande, pequeña o mediana?6. ¿Tu familia es unida?7. ¿Viven tus abuelos cerca o lejos de tu casa?8. ¿Trabajan o estudian tus hermanos? ¿Quién prepara la comida en tu casa?9. ¿Cuándo miran la televisión tu familia? ¿Quién es tu pariente (relative) favorito?
Use 5 of the following verbs: bailar, cantar, cenar, comprar, conversar, descansar, desayunar.
Tus amigos y algunas actividades
1. ¿Tus amigos son inteligentes?2. ¿Tienes amigas simpáticos y rubios?3. ¿Están tus amigos en Orlando o en otro estado de los Estados Unidos?4. ¿Comes con tus amigos en la cafetería o en un restaurante?5. ¿Tienes clases difíciles este año universitario?6. ¿Tienes profesores simpáticos o antipáticos?
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7. ¿Cuántos libros tienes?8. ¿Por qué tienes muchos libros?9. ¿vas al cine con tus amigos todos los días?10. ¿Cuantos meses estudias en la Universidad?11. ¿A veces tienes que trabajar?12. ¿A qué hora te levantas?13. Cuando salen a cenar tus padres a un restaurante? 14. ¿Te encuentras son tus primos y tíos frecuentemente?15. ¿Cuántas veces almuerzan/desayuna o cenan juntos?16. ¿Quien prepara el desayuno?
Use 5 of the fallowing verbs: comenzar, volver, querer, pensar, recordar, pedir, hacer, poner, traer, suponer
Name:_____________________ Date:______________
SPN 1120- Cultural Presentation – Formal Assessment
Lester Sandres
I.Good Information/ Accurate/ Recent Information: Sources are from 1998 or later. All information has been checked for accuracy. Relevant to the course. Shows why the topic is of interest.
25 20 15 10 5 0
II.Use of audio-visual aids: Student and group use visual and audio to help students understand better the information and to have a real experience with the material being discussed. Use of authentic material!
25 20 15 10 5 0
III.Information Presented with authority: Student is not reading from notes. He shows familiarity with topic he/she is presenting.
25 20 15 10 5 0
IV.Group work: There is coordination and organization in the presentation. Group cooperation and efforts are obvious through the presentation. Each member knows what is going on and presents the next speaker.
Examen: Capítulo 1Capítulo 2: ¿Cómo es tu vida?Preview objectives
Capítulo 2
Exploraciones gramaticales 2: Adjective placement
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Exploraciones léxicas 1: Academic subjectsPráctica: VocabularioEn vivo
Exploraciones gramaticales 1: The verb tener A practicar: Exploraciones gramaticales 1
Conexiones culturales 1: La educación
A practicar: Exploraciones gramaticales 2Lectura
Exploraciones léxicas 2: Family members and pets
Práctica: VocabularioEn vivo
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Capítulo 2 QuizExploraciones gramaticales 3: Regular -ar verbsA practicar: Exploraciones gramaticales 3Conexiones culturales 2: El papel de la familia y su valor
Exploraciones gramaticales 4: Possessive adjectives A practicar: Exploraciones gramaticales 4
Capítulo 2RedacciónLectura
Exploraciones profesionales: Educación
Exploraciones de repaso: estructurasExploraciones de repaso: comunicación
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Examen: Capítulo 2Composition #1 La FamiliaOral presentation: La Familia
Capítulo 3: ¿Qué tiempo hace hoy?Preview objectives
Exploraciones léxicas 1: Time, days, months, and saying the datePráctica: VocabularioEn vivo
Exploraciones gramaticales 1: Me gusta, te gusta, le gustaA practicar: Exploraciones gramaticales 1
Exploraciones gramaticales 2: The verb ir and ir + a + infinitive
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Exploraciones léxicas 1: Places in a cityPráctica: VocabularioEn vivo
Exploraciones gramaticales 1: The verb estar with prepositions of placeA practicar: Exploraciones gramaticales 1Conexiones culturales 1: Ciudades fuera de lo común
A practicar: Exploraciones gramaticales 2Lectura
Exploraciones léxicas 2: Rooms of a house, furniture and appliancesPráctica: VocabularioEn vivo
Capítulo 5: ¿Estás feliz en el trabajo?Preview objectivesExploraciones léxicas 1: Adjectives of emotion and physical statesPráctica: VocabularioEn vivoExploraciones gramaticales 1: The verb estar with adjectives and present progressiveA practicar: Exploraciones gramaticales 1Conexiones culturales 1: Las emociones y el bienestarExploraciones gramaticales 2: Ser and estarA practicar: Exploraciones gramaticales 2
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Capítulo 5QuizLecturaExploraciones léxicas 2: ProfessionsPráctica: VocabularioEn vivoExploraciones gramaticales 3: Verbs with changes in the first personA practicar: Exploraciones gramaticales 3Conexiones culturales 2: Las profesiones y la economía
Capítulo 5Exploraciones gramaticales 4: Saber and conocer A practicar: Exploraciones gramaticales 4RedacciónLecturaExploraciones profesionales: El trabajo socialExploraciones de repaso: estructurasExploraciones de repaso: comunicación
14 Creaciones & Examen #5 15 Examen Final
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Spanish I - SPN 1120 -Fall 2013
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I, ______________________________ (print full name) read and understand the SPN 1120 syllabus.
I understand that it is my responsibility to arrive prepared to class (i.e. have read ahead, HW done, etc.). _______(initials)
I understand the class’s attendance policy. _______(initials)
I understand the Student Code of Conduct policy. _______(initials)
I understand the class’s make up policy (i.e. no make-ups). _______(initials)
I understand that arriving over 10 minutes late will count as an absence Three ten- minute late arrivals will count as an absence. Leaving the class early will count as an absence. _______(initials)
I understand the class homework policy (no late HW accepted)._____ (initials)
I understand that cellular phones are to be turned off and put away during class and all examinations. _______(initials)
I understand that disrupting class by talking, having a cell phone ringing, or other behavior that is deemed as incompatible with a positive learning environment can result in my being asked to leave the room. Failing to do so will result in campus security being contacted. _______(initials)
I have read and understood the VCC Student Core Competencies. ______ (initials)
_______________________________________________________________________ Signature Student VID # Print full name Date
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