LL224-0 Spanish 4
Introductory description
This module will strengthen reading and writing skills and will also reinforce the communicative skills acquired during previous study of the Spanish language. Students will gain further insights into the culture and civilisation of Spanish-speaking countries. The module will offer a more advanced study of language structure and syntax, and will concentrate on using the target language for discussing and analysing aspects of Spanish-speaking society.
The module will facilitate students’ self-awareness of strengths and weaknesses in order to improve their learning skill.
Prior knowledge of Spanish required:
-B1 of the CEFR (Common European Framework of Reference)
-or a high grade at AS-level
-or equivalent in International Baccalaureate
-or Language Centre Spanish 3
-or equivalent
Successful completion of Spanish 4 qualifies students to progress to Spanish 5.
Module aims
To understand ideas in complex text, and produce text on a wide range of topics.
To facilitate students’ self-awareness of strengths and weaknesses in order to improve their learning skills.
To work towards B2 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.
The syllabus can be viewed in our webpage.
https://warwick.ac.uk/fac/arts/languagecentre/academic/spanish/ll224/
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:
- To apply knowledge of grammar appropriate to the level.
- understand the main ideas and some detail of complex texts on concrete and abstract topics.
- interact with fluency and spontaneity, and account for and sustain viewpoints
- write clear, detailed text on a wide range of subjects; explain viewpoints on topical issues
- build self-awareness of strengths and weaknesses in order to improve learning skills.
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.
-Strategies to communicate effectively both in writing and orally in Spanish.
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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Portfolio, oral test and reading/writing 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.
There is currently no information about the courses for which this module is core or optional.