Module manager: Ms. M. Garcia
Email: M.Garciaflorenciano@leeds.ac.uk
Taught: Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) View Timetable
Year running 2010/11
| SPPO1101 | Spanish Language for Beginners 1A and 1B |
This module is approved as an Elective
The module aims to consolidate the grammar and vocabulary skills learned in the level 1 module SPPO1101, and to introduce more complex constructions and a broader range of lexical knowledge. During the course of the module material from a variety of sources will be used in order to revise difficult structures, and to provide new vocabulary through the medium of varied oral, written and reading exercises. Students wishing to take this module should have passed SPPO1101 in Level 1. For further information visit the Department of Spanish and Portuguese website, <A HREF="www.leeds.ac.uk/spanport">www.leeds.ac.uk/spanport</A>.
To consolidate the knowledge of Spanish grammar and vocabulary skills taught in Level 1. To introduce more complex constructions and a broader range of lexical knowledge. Upon completion of this module students will be able to express themselves fluently and accurately in both Spanish and English.
Students will follow a published module book. The programme will be based on language functions. Knowledge of basic grammatical constructions will be consolidated, and proficiency in performing language functions extended through the study of more complex grammatical features. Students will spend half their classes practising oral skills with native speakers.
| Delivery type | Number | Length hours | Student hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| Language Class | 44 | 1 | 44 |
| Private study hours | 156 | ||
| Total Contact hours | 44 | ||
| Total hours (100hr per 10 credits) | 200 | ||
| Assessment type | Notes | % of formal assessment |
|---|---|---|
| In-course Assessment | Assessed coursework | 40 |
| Total percentage (Assessment Coursework) | 40 | |
Normally resits will be assessed by the same methodology as the first attempt, unless otherwise stated
| Exam type | Exam duration | % of formal assessment |
|---|---|---|
| Standard exam (closed essays, MCQs etc) | 3.0 Hrs 0 Mins | 40 |
| Standard exam (closed essays, MCQs etc) | 0.0 Hrs 15 Mins | 20 |
| Total percentage (Assessment Exams) | 60 | |
Normally resits will be assessed by the same methodology as the first attempt, unless otherwise stated
There is no reading list for this module
Last updated: 21/02/2011
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