Module Search

SPAN2011: Spanish Language 2A

Please ensure you check the module availability box for each module outline, as not all modules will run in each academic year. Each module description relates to the year indicated in the module availability box, and this may change from year to year, due to, for example: changing staff expertise, disciplinary developments, the requirements of external bodies and partners, and student feedback. Current modules are subject to change in light of the ongoing disruption caused by Covid-19.

Type	Open
Level	2
Credits	20
Availability	Available in 2024/2025
Module Cap	None.
Location	Durham
Department	Modern Languages and Cultures (Spanish)

Prerequisites

Spanish Language 1A (SPAN1011) or equivalent.

Corequisites

At least one additional level 2 module in Hispanic Studies

Excluded Combinations of Modules

Spanish Language 2B (SPAN2111)

Aims

In year 2 students improve and expand their written and oral skills, expanding on the foundation of grammatical and syntactical accuracy consolidated at Level 1, so as to explore more sophisticated modes of verbal expression and variety of linguistic registers.

Content

This module builds on the skills acquired in Spanish language 1A and will involve the further development and consolidation of writing, speaking and comprehension skills in Spanish.
The teaching and resources in this module reflect a commitment to linguistic and cultural diversity. It positions the richness of the (language area)-speaking world at the core of its syllabus.

Learning Outcomes

Subject-specific Knowledge:

Students should have acquired a greater knowledge of Hispanic culture and an increased awareness of cultural issues.

Subject-specific Skills:

To improve their written and oral skills, expanding on the foundation of grammatical and syntactical accuracy consolidated at Level 1, so as to explore more sophisticated modes of verbal expression and a variety of linguistic registers.

Key Skills:

Further develop general written and oral communication skills.
Ability to discuss topical or general issues with fluency.
The ability to gather and process information and evidence from a variety of different sources.

Modes of Teaching, Learning and Assessment and how these contribute to the learning outcomes of the module

The teaching will consist of two one-hour classes per week. Classes will be conducted in Spanish and the module will follow the format of the textbook Pasaporte al mundo hispano.
Students will take part in debates and discussions, participate in listening-comprehension and translation exercises, and prepare short texts and grammatical exercises for correction in the class.
Students will gain the ability to present information and/or construct an argument effectively in the target language.

Teaching Methods and Learning Hours

Activity	Number	Frequency	Duration	Total	Monitored
Oral	21	1 per week	1 hour	21	Yes
Grammar	21	1 per week	1 hour	21	Yes
Preparation and Reading				158
Total SLAT hours				200

Summative Assessment

Component: Continuous Assessment		Component Weighting: 20%
Element	Length / Duration	Element Weighting	Resit Opportunity
Written assignment		80
Oral task		20

Component: Written Examination		Component Weighting: 60%
Element	Length / Duration	Element Weighting	Resit Opportunity
Written examination (in person)	2 hours	100	Yes

Component: Oral Examination		Component Weighting: 20%
Element	Length / Duration	Element Weighting	Resit Opportunity
Oral examination (in person)	10 mins	100	Yes

Formative Assessment

Regular written assignments/oral practice.

More information

If you have a question about Durham's modular degree programmes, please visit our FAQ webpages, Help page or our glossary of terms. If you have a question about modular programmes that is not covered by the FAQ, or a query about the on-line Undergraduate Module Handbook, please contact us.

Prospective Students: If you have a query about a specific module or degree programme, please Ask Us.

Current Students: Please contact your department.