1 to 6 credits
Spring 2024 Distance Learning Upper Division
This course must be taken concurrently with participation in an experiential learning opportunity abroad (e.g., study abroad, internship) that requires a period abroad in a Spanish-speaking location. The course will guide students to improve their Spanish language abilities and gain cultural knowledge about their experiential learning location. This course, coupled with the immersion experience, will enhance student learning through Spanish language activities and also cultural research projects. Permission of instructor is required.
Learning Outcomes1Identify important moments of daily learning and reflect on them in written form in Spanish.
2Explain experiences in the Spanish-speaking location through conversations in Spanish with a peer.
3Compare experiences and problems encountered through conversations in Spanish with a peer; formulate possible solutions to problems if encountered in the future.
4Research cultural surroundings and present findings in various modes of communication (e.g., presentational, written).
5Assess learning during the immersion period in a summative way, reflecting on language and cultural learning through the creation of a final presentation project.
Prerequisites
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