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  • SPAN 2110: Spanish for Nursing

    4.00 Credits
    Utah Valley University

    Prerequisite(s): SPAN 2010 or SPAN 202G or SPAN 3030 or SPAN 3040 or SPAN 3050 or Department Approval. Teaches Spanish-language terminology specific to the field of nursing. Examines the cultural issues present in the interactions with Spanish-speaking patients. Prepares students to work with Spanish-speaking patients in future careers in nursing. Reviews and builds upon grammar, reading, writing, and conversation skills learned in previous courses.
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  • SPAN 215R: Spanish Conversation II

    1.00 Credits
    Utah Valley University

    Prerequisite(s): Students should have equivalent knowledge of SPAN 1020. Offers lower division / novice Spanish speakers opportunities to enhance their speaking proficiency in the target language by focusing on oral verbal production. Teaches how to improve authentic pronunciation, reduce errors in authenticity of language structure, generate thought in the target language spontaneously as a substitute for translation, sharpen listening comprehension, and develop conversational strategies such as circumlocution and managing a conversation with useful expressions for starting a conversation, gaining time to think, helping the other speaker, seeking agreement, etc. Contrasts with all other first year courses which must strive to produce mastery of the whole range of language acquisition components, including writing, grammar, etc. Facilitates lowering the affective filter when conversing in the target language by increasing the frequency of speech opportunities and defusing concern for such matters as spelling, etc. Increases mastery of lexical items through increased frequency of oral usage. May be repeated for a maximum of 3 credits toward graduation.
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  • SPAN 3030: Spanish Conversation and Composition I

    3.00 Credits
    Utah Valley University

    Prerequisite(s): (SPAN 202G or equivalent) and University Advanced Standing. Explores communicative skills in Spanish. Provides opportunity for students to improve language production through extensive oral and written instruction and study of selected literary and cultural texts. Reviews grammar topics such as verb tenses, use of adjectives, and object pronouns.
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  • SPAN 3040: Spanish Conversation and Composition II WE

    3.00 Credits
    Utah Valley University

    Prerequisite(s): (SPAN 202G or equivalent) and University Advanced Standing. Explores communicative skills in Spanish. Provides opportunity for students to improve language production through extensive oral and written instruction and study of selected literary and cultural texts. Reviews grammar topics such as the subjunctive, relative clauses, and future and conditional tenses.
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    General Education Course

  • SPAN 3050: Advanced Spanish LH WE

    3.00 Credits
    Utah Valley University

    Prerequisite(s): It is recommended that students have passed SPAN 202G, have had one year residency in a Spanish-speaking country, or instructor approval. Overviews the basic grammar of Spanish. Emphasizes major concepts including mastery of verb forms, object pronouns, preterite vs. imperfect, use of the subjunctive, etc., both orally and in writing. Intended for non-native Spanish speakers who have attained competency in basic Spanish as a result of foreign residency or similar exposure to the language. Lab access fee of $12 applies.
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    General Education Course

  • SPAN 3060: Oral Proficiency

    1.00 Credits
    Utah Valley University

    Prerequisite(s): University Advanced Standing. Pre- or Corequisite(s): (SPAN 3030 and SPAN 3040) or SPAN 3050. Designed to help students understand the standards for oral proficiency as defined by the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL) and to improve their oral proficiency skills. Is required of all Spanish and Spanish Education majors, who should achieve minimally the Intermediate High level as per the ACTFL guidelines. Requires Oral Proficiency Interview (OPI).
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  • SPAN 3116: Pop Culture-Film/Media/Entertainment

    3.00 Credits
    Utah Valley University

    Prerequisite(s): High-school students have to pass the AP Spanish Language or AP Spanish Literature & Culture test with a 3 or higher.. This course is part of the State of Utah Spanish Bridge Program and it will be taught only in high schools and for high school students. Not to be taught on college campus for university students. Explores the role that current film, media, and entertainment play in the Spanish-speaking world. Examines the historical and cultural perspectives presented through these media through a variety of approaches. Taught in Spanish.
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  • SPAN 3117: Breaking Down Walls-Building Identities

    3.00 Credits
    Utah Valley University

    Prerequisite(s): High school students have to pass the AP Spanish Language or AP Spanish Literature & Culture test with a 3 or higher. This course is part of the State of Utah Spanish Bridge Program and it will be taught only in high schools and for high school students. Not to be taught on college campus for university students Explores how critical moments of change in the Spanish-speaking world have shaped the present. Analyzes crucial social and historical events that affected Spain, Latin America, and the Hispanic people in the United States.
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  • SPAN 3118: Literature and Film-Contemporary issues

    3.00 Credits
    Utah Valley University

    Prerequisite(s): High school students have to pass the AP Spanish Language or AP Spanish Literature & Culture test with a 3 or higher. This course is part of the State of Utah Spanish Bridge Program and it will be taught only in high schools and for high school students. Not to be taught on college campus for university students. Explores works of literature and film in Spanish to analyze contemporary societal issues. Emphasizes literary analysis and criticism. Develops knowledge of literary history, skills in interpreting literary texts, and deepens understanding of the Spanish language.
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  • SPAN 315R: Advanced Spanish Conversation

    1.00 Credits
    Utah Valley University

    Prerequisite(s): (SPAN 202G or instructor approval) and University Advanced Standing. Provides speaking opportunities for upper-division Spanish learners to expand their conversational skills. Promotes authentic Spanish pronunciation and helps students reduce grammatical and structural errors. May be repeated for a maximum of 3 credits toward graduation.
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