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Archived Version 2010 - 2011

Module Title Spanish Language 4 (Intermediate)
Module Code SP140
School SALIS

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Module Co-ordinatorDr Mary PhelanOffice NumberC2123
NFQ level 8 Credit Rating 5
Pre-requisite None
Co-requisite None
Compatibles None
Incompatibles None
Description

This module sets the level A2-B1 from the Common European Framework of Reference as its minimum exit level. It aims to further develop students' personal language-learning strategies that will enable them to become autonomous language users and learners. To improve students language competence and increase fluency. To discuss current issues of modern , in social, political and cultural scenarios. To assist students in taking responsibility for their goals settings, delivery of set tasks and time management.

Learning Outcomes

1. Produce a well structured story on everyday and some specialised topics .
2. Demonstrate an understanding of the gist of written texts.
3. Evaluate their own learning strategies and learning process.
4. Establish parallelisms and contrasts between their culture and Hispanic cultures.
5. Employ effective communication skills with a degree of grammatical accuracy to explain a created product.



Workload Full-time hours per semester
Type Hours Description
Seminars36No Description
Independent Study89No Description
Total Workload: 125

All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml

Indicative Content and Learning Activities

The syllabus adopts a task-based approach. Students will engage in group or peer projects designed to foster the development of learner autonomy and autonomous language use.

The social and cultural issues presented in the class will include areas such as education in , young population in , sports in, intercultural societies, cinema…

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Assessment Breakdown
Continuous Assessment50% Examination Weight50%
Course Work Breakdown
TypeDescription% of totalAssessment Date
Reassessment Requirement
Resit arrangements are explained by the following categories;
1 = A resit is available for all components of the module
2 = No resit is available for 100% continuous assessment module
3 = No resit is available for the continuous assessment component
Unavailable
Indicative Reading List

  • Difusion: 0, Aula Internacional 3, Libro del alumno,
Other Resources

None
Programme or List of Programmes
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