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Course Name
Long Title
Min Credits
Description
Requisites
SPA-299
Selected Topics in Spanish
3
This course emphasizes basic communication necessary for medical personnel . Listening , speaking and pronunciation skills will be the primary concern . Topics to be covered include : the human body , foods , illnesses , patient ' s medical and personal background , and useful expressions . Students must have a command of basic Spanish to take this course .
SPA-400
Advanced Spanish
3
This is an advanced Spanish course designed for students with intermediate knowledge of the Spanish language and who have completed SPA101 , SPA102 , SPA205 , and SPA206 ( or their equivalents ). It focuses on the development of the four basic language skills : listening , speaking , reading and writing through a focus of expressing one ' s views and opinions . The purpose of this course is to continue to develop the ability to communicate in Spanish with ease and proficiency using advanced grammar and exploring complex topics . Spanish will be the primary language of instruction though English may also be used on limited occasion as deemed appropriate by the instructor . The major course objective is to prepare students for " real-life " communication in Spanish with an advanced level of proficiency .
Take SPA-101 SPA-102 SPA-205 SPA-
206 . ( Required , Previous ).
SPA-439 Independent Study 3
SPE-205 Exceptional Person 3
Qualified students may arrange independent study in areas not covered by existing courses . Topics are to be determined by consultation with instructor . The course will require students to demonstrate knowledge of the fundamental concepts of teaching students with cognitive , behavioral and / or physical health disabilities ages 0-21 . This will include : philosophical , historical and legal foundations of education , current identification criteria , legal and educational definitions , etiology , incidence and prevalence figures , as well as cognitive , behavioral and physical characteristics for students with disabilities . The course will present models and theories of typical / atypical growth and behavior across age groups , as well as disabilities . Field experience is required .
Take SPA-101 SPA-102 . ( Required , Previous ).