Module Code - Title:
SP4133
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SPANISH FOR BEGINNERS 3
Year Last Offered:
2026/7
Hours Per Week:
Grading Type:
N
Prerequisite Modules:
SP4132
Rationale and Purpose of the Module:
This module is set at A2+/B1 on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR).
Consolidation of the structures, functions and vocabulary taught in the first year and expands grammatical competence to include use of the subjunctive.
Development of knowledge of contemporary Spain and Latin American cultures and societies, with a particular focus on the most salient socio-cultural/political issues of contemporary Spain and Latin America.
Syllabus:
This syllabus is set at A2+/B1 on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR).
Lecture: further develop the knowledge-base of Spain and Latin America developed in first year and examines some of the salient socio-cultural/political issues of contemporary Spain and Latin America.
Tutorials and lab: Working with set textbook, complementary audio-visual and online material, as well as intermediate difficulty literary texts.
Learning Outcomes:
Cognitive (Knowledge, Understanding, Application, Analysis, Evaluation, Synthesis)
On successful completion of this module, students should be able to:
- arrange and generate information from non-specialist spoken and written texts related to Spanish-speaking communities.
- construct more complex descriptions and narratives relating to a broader range of topics.
Affective (Attitudes and Values)
On successful completion of this module, students should be able to:
- justify opinions about topical issues related to Spanish-speaking cultures.
- plan and monitor own strategies for effective long-term language learning.
Psychomotor (Physical Skills)
On successful completion of this module, students should be able to:
- demonstrate linguistic and cultural awareness in the completion of communicative tasks.
- communicate effectively in less predictable situations.
- develop their pronunciation of Sp
How the Module will be Taught and what will be the Learning Experiences of the Students:
The course consists of six hours of Spanish per week:
- Four language tutorials (grammar, vocabulary, communication skills).
- One laboratory class (communication and listening skills).
- One lecture on contemporary Spain and Latin America.
All these hours combine the further development of linguistic and cultural knowledge relating to Spain and Latin America. Students will be engaged in active learning both inside and outside the classroom and will be encouraged to develop autonomous learning strategies.
Prime Texts:
Castro, F. (2006)
Nuevo Ven 2-Libro de Alumno
, Edelsa
Castro, F (2006)
Nuevo Ven 2-Libro de Ejercicios/Gramatica
, Edelsa
Other Relevant Texts:
Chastain, K. (1996)
Spanish Grammar in Review
, Illinois
Programme(s) in which this Module is Offered:
BACHELOR OF ARTS
BACHELOR OF ARTS (PROFESSIONAL PATHWAYS)
BACHELOR OF ARTS IN CONTEMPORARY DANCE
BACHELOR OF ARTS IN INTERNATIONAL INSURANCE AND EUROPEAN STUDIES
BACHELOR OF ARTS IN IRISH DANCE
BACHELOR OF ARTS IN IRISH MUSIC
BACHELOR OF ARTS IN LANGUAGES AND LITERATURE
BACHELOR OF ARTS IN MUSIC
BACHELOR OF ARTS IN VOICE
BACHELOR OF ARTS IN WORLD MUSIC
BACHELOR OF ARTS INTERNATIONAL ADVANCED ACCESS
BACHELOR OF LAWS (LAW PLUS)
Semester(s) Module is Offered:
Autumn
Module Leader:
julia.isaac@ul.ie