LL222-0 Spanish 3
Introductory description
This module will give students the chance to spend some time learning and reinforcing the basics of the Spanish language. It will offer an opportunity for students not specialising in foreign languages to improve their communicative competence in Spanish as a supplement to their studies in other spheres. For those students intending to travel to Spanish-speaking countries, either for study or work placements, the module can work as a refresher and promote confidence-building for communicating with native speakers abroad.
Prior knowledge of Spanish necessary:
-A2 of the CEFR (Common European Framework of Reference)
-or a high grade in GCSE or equivalent
-or equivalent in International Baccalaureate
-or Language Centre French 2 or Beginners Accelerated
-or equivalent.
Successful completion of Spanish 3 qualifies students to progress to Spanish 4.
Module aims
To understand and produce text on topics which are familiar or of personal interest.
To achieve B1 standard of the CEFR (Common European Framework of reference).
Outline syllabus
This is an indicative module outline only to give an indication of the sort of topics that may be covered. Actual sessions held may differ.
Our syllabus can be found on our website
https://warwick.ac.uk/fac/arts/languagecentre/academic/spanish/ll222/
This syllabus is for indicative purposes only and will be updated regularly to remain relevant.
Learning outcomes
By the end of the module, students should be able to:
- apply knowledge of grammar appropriate to the level
- understand the main points on matters regularly encountered
- understand texts dealing with descriptions of events and feelings, and with work-related language
- enter unprepared into conversation, describe experiences and events and give reasons for opinions
- produce text on topics which are familiar or of personal interest
International
This module develops intercultural awareness and helps to prepare students for international student mobility.
Subject specific skills
-This module will develop students’ language proficiency through engaging with primary materials in the target language
-Strategies for understanding gist and specific information.
-Intercultural competence.
Transferable skills
Problem solving
Self-awareness
Communication
Teamwork
Digital literacy
Sustainability
Ethical values
Intercultural awareness
Professionalism
Private study description
No private study requirements defined for this module.
Costs
| Category | Description | Funded by | Cost to student |
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| Other |
Language Centre fee for supplementary module |
Student | £500.00 |
Students can register for this module without taking any assessment.
Assessment group A1
| Study time | Eligible for self-certification | ||
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Assessment component |
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| Progress tests | Yes (waive) | ||
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Interim and final test to assess progress with competence statements |
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Reassessment component is the same |
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Feedback on assessment
Verbal feedback is provided to the class regarding regular formative tasks set for homework and activities completed in class; individual written feedback is also provided for written work which has been handed in by students. Feedback is also provided orally and in writing on practice test papers.
Courses
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