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CASPER COLLEGE COURSE SYLLABUS SPAN 1010-02, First Year Spanish I

Semester/Year: FALL 2015 Instructor: Eric Atkins

Lecture Hours: 4 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 4

Class Time: 9:00-9:50 AM Days: MTWTH Room: LH 285

Instructor Contact: Office: LH 288 Office Phone: 268- Email is best. When possible, please 3116 email before class with questions/issues/absences/etc.

Email: [email protected]

Office Hours: MW 11a-12p, 3-4p; TTH 3-4p (and by appointment) Additional Contact: Academic Assistant-Kathy Coe 268-2606 [email protected]

Course Description: This course is intended for students who have never studied Spanish at the college level. Students will learn the fundamentals of the Spanish language through listening, speaking, reading and writing activities of the ACTFL (American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages) Novice Low Level. This course will also introduce students to the culture of various Spanish-speaking countries. Language laboratory times are required as needed. Students who want to take for credit the next course in the sequence must complete this course with grade of a ‘C’ or better.

Statement of Prerequisites: None; however, the course is strongly recommended for students who have completed the equivalent of 0-5 semesters of high school Spanish.

Goal: To enable the student to understand, speak, read, and write simple Spanish and to give students an appreciation of the Spanish-speaking world and its culture by (1) hearing, speaking, reading and writing basic Spanish; (2) learning simple question skills; (3) employing basic grammar concepts to create original sentences; (4) practicing basic comprehension and reading skills; and (5) identifying diverse cultural perspectives.

Outcomes:  Hear, speak, read and write basic Spanish  Demonstrate effective oral and written communication  Converse and write on topics related to immediate personal needs, greetings,

of 9 farewells, introductions, personal data, likes and dislikes, obligations and desires, daily routines, the home, school and clothing  Comprehend simple written and aural texts on familiar topics  Attain an ACTFL oral proficiency level of Novice-mid  Use essential grammar concepts such as gendered articles, the uses of the present tense, personal and possessive pronouns, verb conjugation and placement, etc.  Demonstrate knowledge of diverse cultures and historical perspectives (esp. from various Spanish-speaking countries).  Compare target-language cultures with his/her own

Course Objectives:  Employ greetings and personal information exchange in Spanish.  Properly form questions to ascertain knowledge (who? What? When?, etc.).  Discuss daily, leisure, and academic activities.  Describe a variety of real-world situations (e.g. people and objects).  Discuss preferences, wishes and desires.  Identify and discuss buildings/locations in town and associated activities.  Talk about weather, seasons, and months of the year. • Effectively use present tense verbs and other parts of speech to convey meaning.

Methodology: communicative individual/pair/group work; language lab; various media; peer interviews, formal and informal presentations. *Since this class is communicative in nature, the instructor will be speaking Spanish most of the time (with the exception of grammar explanations and other important technical information). You will not understand every word all the time—don’t worry, this is normal and expected. Listen to your instructor and classmates, pay attention to nonverbal cues, and your skills in determining meaning in context will improve over time.*

Evaluation Criteria: The grading scale: 100-90=A, 89-80=B, 79-70=C, 69-60=D, 59 and below=F. The semester average will be calculated to tenths of a percent; 0.5 – 0.9% will be rounded up to the next whole number while 0.1 – 0.4% will be rounded down.

YOUR GRADE WILL BE COMPOSED OF THE FOLLOWING: -chapter tests make up 30% of your overall grade and cover grammar, vocabulary, reading, and aural comprehension; -quizzes are 10%, given weekly and will cover chapter vocab. Your lowest quiz score will be dropped; -the lab manual and homework together are 20% of your grade; -class participation and attendance is 15% (each student will receive two (2) participation points per day provided the student actively participates); -oral exams, which will be in the form of a basic Q&A and a 2-4 minute class presentation, are 25%.

Further detail regarding grading categories:

TESTS: We will have five (5) end-of-chapter exams that will be given approximately every 9- 10 class days. The exams will consist of verb conjugations, vocabulary usage, reading comprehension, writing and often listening activities. Students will have the entire class period to take the exam and may leave upon completion, unless otherwise instructed.

QUIZZES: A 10-word vocab quiz (including, and especially, verbs) will be given (almost) every Thursday. Formats most often include fill in the blank and matching. Since there is so much vocabulary presented over the semester course, students are expected to review vocabulary on a daily basis.

HOMEWORK: The bulk of the homework is through an online workbook and activity program called Quia. Students must purchase the online access (often bundled with the text) to be able to complete homework assignments. Homework will be posted weekly. The instructor will give a tutorial on the program early in the semester. Online assignments will be due at 11:59PM on the posted due date. NO late work will be accepted. Other assignments will include writing activities. These assignments must be completed by the individual student without help from others and without the use of computer translators. The use of translators is expressly prohibited, is considered cheating and will result in a zero (0) for the assignment. If offenses persist, the student may fail the entire course. If you need help with an assignment, see me.

PARTICIPATION and ATTENDANCE: Since language acquisition happens with practice, it is essential that students attend every class. Here students are able to use what they learn; therefore, participation and attendance are not only important, but required. In addition to being here every day, students must actively participate. This means using Spanish with a partner and the class as a whole. It is recommended that students get to know one another, because we will all be interacting a lot during the semester, and communication is easier once we know each other.

Attendance Policy: Students are expected to arrive on time, be prepared for each daily lesson (that means look over the material PRIOR to class), participate in class, and attend class regularly. One (1) unexcused absence will be allowed during the semester. Each additional unexcused absence will result in a 1% deduction from the final grade. Students habitually late to class will be counted as receiving an unexcused absence. Be here and be on time!

1. If you should miss a class, it is your responsibility to find out about any assignments and other relevant information. Obtain telephone numbers and/or email addresses from two other students to contact in the event of an absence. 2. For an excused absence, make-up work will receive full credit if completed within two (2) days of returning to class. Unexcused absences will receive no credit or make-up opportunities. It is YOUR responsibility to contact me about

of 9 missing assignments. If you know you will be gone, let me know in advance. Excused absences will require proof (e.g. doctor’s note, jury duty summons, military orders, etc.) Failure to comply will result in a zero (0) for all missing assignments/exams/quizzes.

A. Make-up policy for emergencies (excused absences):

a. Medical emergency: The student must bring a written release (from a doctor, Casper College nurse, emergency room, InstaCare, etc.) to the instructor on the same day the student returns to class. Failure to comply will result in a grade of 0 for each missed presentation discussion, etc.

b. Jury duty: The student must bring a copy of the summons to the instructor on the same day the student returns to class. Failure to comply will result in a grade of 0 for each missed presentation, discussion, etc.

c. Funeral leave: The student must bring some written evidence (the memorial card from the service, a copy of the obituary, a letter from the funeral home director, etc.) to the instructor on the same day the student returns to class. Failure to comply will result in a grade of 0 for each missed presentation, discussion, etc.

d. Military duty: The student must bring a copy of the written orders to the instructor on the same day the student returns to class. Failure to comply will result in a grade of 0 for each missed presentation, discussion, etc.

e. Religious holidays & school functions: Please make arrangements in advance with the instructor as you will know in advance when these events are scheduled.

ORAL EXAMS: Students will be assessed orally at midterm and again before finals week. The exams will consist of a question-and-answer session between the student and the instructor. During exam days, we will not meet as a group, and instead assign each student a time in which to go to my office where we will have an informal chat using basic questions learned during the semester. The exams will last approx. five (5) minutes. Additionally, each student will be responsible for giving a 2-4 minute presentation to the class later in the semester. Specific details and rubric will be given later. Now, breathe. * Casper College may collect samples of student work demonstrating achievement of the above outcomes. Any personally identifying information will be removed from student work.

Required Text, Readings, and Materials: SPAN 1010 packet (sold in the campus bookstore). Online Quia Workbook/Lab Manual/Video Manual by Hershberger, Navey-Davis, and Borrás A. Recommended: 501 Spanish Verbs, a Spanish-English/English-Spanish dictionary.

Class Policies: A. Last Date to Change to Audit Status: Friday, November 13, 2015. Any student who audits will abide by the agreement made between her/him and the instructor. If the student does not follow the terms of the agreement, the instructor will initiate the student’s withdrawal from the course. Any student who audits is expected to attend every class, complete all assignments, participate in class, and make all presentations (in other words, the same requirements as a “for-credit student”).

B. Withdraw with a “W” Grade that will appear on your transcript: Thursday, November 12, 2015.

C. Particularities to this class: This syllabus is not negotiable. However, assignments are subject to revision and/or deletion based upon the instructor’s assessment of needs and progress of the class working from this syllabus. Please retain this syllabus at least until you have graduated; it is your copy of the course requirements and material that you may need to document when transferring to other schools or when applying for graduate school or employment.

D. Technology/resources issues are no excuse for late work. It is the 21st century, which means there is no reason to lose any work; we have flash drives and Google drives, and hard drives and ‘the Cloud’ or you can email work to yourself. The possibilities are many, so the excuses should be none. We also have many quality computer labs on campus from which you can print. In other words, please plan ahead and give yourself ample time to print BEFORE class. You may not leave to print once class has begun, and if you arrive late due to printing, I will count you as ‘absent.’

G. My policy: Participation is absolutely necessary. You have to try, and remember, we’re all in this together. Therefore, there will be no making fun of or in any way making another student feel uncomfortable about trying to learn a new language. This is tough enough without someone making you feel self-conscious about it. If you do this, you will leave. Student Rights and Responsibilities: Please refer to the Casper College Student Conduct and Judicial Code for information concerning your rights and responsibilities as a Casper College Student. Chain of Command: If you have any problems with this class, you should first contact the instructor to attempt to solve the problem. If you are not satisfied with the solution offered by

of 9 the instructor, you should then take the matter through the appropriate chain of command starting with the Department Head/Program Director, the Dean, and lastly the Vice President for Academic Affairs. Academic Dishonesty: (Cheating & Plagiarism) Casper College demands intellectual honesty. Proven plagiarism or any form of dishonesty associated with the academic process can result in the offender failing the course in which the offense was committed or expulsion from school. See the Casper College Student Code of Conduct for more information on this topic. *ALSO: The use of on-line translation services is expressly prohibited for any homework. Translated work, of any kind, will receive a zero (0). Official Means of Communication: Casper College faculty and staff will employ the student's assigned Casper College email account as a primary method of communication. Students are responsible to check their account regularly. This is also where you will find course evaluation links during course evaluation periods. ADA Accommodations Policy: If you need academic accommodations because of a disability, please inform me as soon as possible. See me privately after class, or during my office hours. To request academic accommodations, students must first consult with the college’s Disability Services Counselor located in the Gateway Building, Room 344, (307) 268-2557, [email protected] . The Disability Services Counselor is responsible for reviewing documentation provided by students requesting accommodations, determining eligibility for accommodations, and helping students request and use appropriate accommodations.

Calendar or schedule indicating course content: See below. FYI, the Language Lab (LH 291) is open M-F. The hours are posted on the lab door. Be aware that the lab is often closed for tests. Be responsible and check for notices/changes. (Be advised- numerical dates listed on the calendar below are ordered ‘day/month’, as is the case in most of the world, including Spanish-speaking countries!)

Tutoring: The World Languages Lab also offers FREE tutoring by our lab aids, Chandra Rouse and Juan Mendez (a native speaker from Guatemala), in Spanish. A schedule of the tutor’s hours will be posted in our classroom (LH 285) and on the lab door (LH 291). Our tutors are a wonderful (and free!) resource; please utilize the opportunity.

Casper College Course Calendar SPAN 1010-02 First Semester Spanish I

Instructor:

lunes La Bienvenida/Políticas (Welcome/Policies) martes Lab/intro miércoles (X) Capítulo Uno Jueves Cap. 1 L Cap. 1 M Cap. 1 X Repaso (Review)-Cap. 1 J EXAMEN (Exam)-Cap. 1 (Friday--Last day for 100% tuition/fees refund) ( L NO HAY CLASE—Día del Trabajo M Cap. 2 X Cap. 2 J Cap. 2 L Cap. 2 M Cap. 2 X Cap. 2 J Cap. 2 L Cap. 2 M Repaso-Cap. 2 X EXAMEN-Cap. 2 J Cap. 3 L Cap. 3 M Cap. 3 X Cap. 3 J Cap. 3 SP2016 L Cap. 3 M Cap. 3 X Cap. 3 J NO HAY CLASE—Profe ausente L Repaso-Cap. 3 M EXAMEN ORAL-Caps. 1-3 X EXAMEN- Cap. 3 (parcial/mid-term) J Cap. 4 L-M NO HAY CLASES—Descanso de Otoño X Cap. 4 J Cap. 4 L Cap. 4 M Cap. 4 X Cap. 4 J Cap. 4 L Cap. 4 M Cap. 4 X Cap. 4 J Repaso—Cap. 4 L EXAMEN—Cap. 4 M Cap. 5 X Cap. 5

of 9 J Cap. 5 (Withdrawal/Audit Deadlines (Cultural Dinner-Oaxaca, Mexico) (STARS deadline for SP 2016) L Cap. 5 M Cap. 5 X Cap. 5 J Cap. 5 L Cap. 5 M Cap. 5 X-J NO HAY CLASES—Día de Acción de Gracias L Cap. 5 M Cap. 5 X Presentaciones J Presentaciones L Repaso—Examen Oral Final (de todo el semestre) M Repaso—Examen Escrito (written X EXAMEN ORAL FINAL (de todo el semestre) J 10/12

* Examen Final:

LUNES, 14 de DICIEMBRE 8:00-10:00am

Your instructor, Eric Atkins, invites you to enroll in the following course. Course 1010-02 FA15 : Code: KFMC974 Plazas: Lugar de encuentros, 4th Edition eStudent Activities Manual Book: (eSAM) Creating a Quia Account If you do not have an account, you need to create one. To do so, follow these steps: 1. Go to http://books.quia.com and click Students, then click Create a new account. 2. Select a username and password and enter your information, then click Submit. Note: Remember to write down your username and password and be sure to select the correct time zone. Also, please enter a valid e-mail address so we can send you your password if you forget it. Entering the Book Key and Course Code Enter the book key and course code to complete the enrollment process. You may already have a book key, or you may need to purchase a book key. Depending on your situation, use one of the procedures below. If you activated the book for a previous course, you can start at step 4 of I already have a book key below. Once you have completed this step, the system lists the course and book on the Student Workstation home page. To enter additional books, enter a book key in the Enter field and click Go. Note: Book keys can only be used once. Your book key will become invalid after you use it. I already have a book key 1. Go to http://books.quia.com and log in. 2. At the top of the page, enter your book key and click Go. 3. Click Confirm to confirm your registration information. Your book will appear under the My books heading. 4. Beside the book listing, enter the course code KFMC974 in the Enter course code field and click Go. 5. If necessary, select a class or section and click Submit. I need to purchase a book key 1. Go to http://books.quia.com and log in. 2. At the top of the page, enter the course code KFMC974 and click Go. 3. If necessary, select a class or section and click Submit. The course and books will appear under the My classes heading. 4. Locate the book and click buy. 5. Proceed through the purchase process. Note: If the buy link does not appear in Step 4, contact your instructor for information about obtaining a book key. Using Quia To access your Student Workstation in the future, go to http://books.quia.com and log in. Here, you can open your book, submit activities, view your results, and view your instructor's feedback. If you have any questions, contact Quia Support at http://books.quia.com/support.