Spanish II: Written Language Proficiency and Grammar

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.

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.

Continuous examination through written assigments and oral presentations, as well as active and prepared participation in seminars and written exams.

The Swedish grades U–VG.