Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of the course, students shall be able to:
- demonstrate good knowledge of the grammatical variation in Spanish in terms of the different Spanish-speaking areas
- both orally and in writing reflect on the course literature in grammatically and lexically correct Spanish
- demonstrate variety and coherence in their own written texts
- present and defend their views in writing in accurate, varied and well-argued Spanish based on different grammatical areas
- show good knowledge and understanding of the structural differences between Spanish and Swedish.
Course Content
The course includes further studies of grammar following Spanish I. Great emphasis is placed on the students‘ awareness of language in terms of correctness and linguistic variation in their own text production. During the course, the students are expected to develop a critically reflective attitude to both the content of the course literature and their own texts. The contrastive analysis of structural differences between Spanish and Swedish is an important feature. The course also includes exercises in oral presentation and defence of different perspectives and points of view in terms of chosen grammatical areas.
Assessment
Continuous examination through written assigments and oral presentations, as well as active and prepared participation in seminars and written exams.
Grades
The grading scale used for the final course grade is U–VG.
Grades are reported as follows:
- Assignments, presentations, seminars - 6 Credits | U–VG
Entry Requirements
- 22.5 credits within the main field of Spanish, including the course Spanish I: Written Language Proficiency and Grammar, 7,5 credits
Other Information
This course cannot be counted towards the same degree along with courses that have equivalent content.
If the student has received a decision/recommendation granting study support from Dalarna University because of a disability, then the examiner has the right to offer an alternative examination arrangement. The examiner takes into account the objectives in the course syllabus when deciding whether the examination can be adapted in accordance with the decision/recommendation.