39977 - Spanish Language (Course and Laboratory) I (Gr. A)

Learning outcomes

At the end of the course, students must demonstrate their ability to understand concepts and topics related to social sciences, political sciences, and international politics. They are required to express themselves on these topics in Spanish, achieving at least an A2 level, with a goal of reaching a B1 level according to the Council of Europe’s Reference Framework. Additionally, in terms of written language, students should be capable of reading and comprehending complex texts, such as reviews and manuals, with a difficulty level of at least B1 and ideally B2.

Course contents

Spanish Language and Laboratory I consists of a 30-hour Course held during the second semester and two 40-hour laboratory modules: the first, at A1 level and entitled Introductory Laboratory, is offered during the first semester; the second, at A2 level and entitled Second Semester Laboratory, runs in parallel with the above-mentioned Course.

 

SECOND SEMESTER COURSE
(Programme for attending students)

 

For the syllabus of the Spanish Language I Course, please refer to the Italian version of this text.

 

COURSE
(Programme for non-attending students)

 

Non-attending students are required to study all units of Modules A and B of San Vicente and Lombardini (2010) (see bibliography). For each unit, students are expected to study the assigned texts, the indicated glossary entries, and the comprehension and vocabulary exercises.

 

INTRODUCTORY LABORATORY AND SECOND SEMESTER LABORATORY
(Programme valid for both attending and non-attending students)

 

For the laboratory syllabi, please refer to the Italian version of this text.

 

 

Readings/Bibliography

For attending students

F. San Vicente, J.C. Barbero e F. Bermejo, Gramma. Grammatica dekka lingua spagnola, Bologna, Clueb, 2021 (for self-study exercise).

J.C. Barbero e F. San Vicente, Quaderni di esercizi di lingua spagnola, Bologna, Clueb, 2017 (for self-study exercise).

Barbero, Monti e Valdivieso, 9 aproches nueve. Corso interattivo multimediale per l'autoapprendimento della lingua spagnola di livello A1, Bologna, Clueb, 2007 (another recommended self-study aid text).

For non-attending students

J.C. Barbero, F. Bermejo e F. San Vicente, Contrastiva. Grammatica della lingua spagnola, Bologna, Clueb, 2010 (for grammar consultation).

J.C. Barbero e F. San Vicente, Quaderni di esercizi di lingua spagnola, Bologna, Clueb, 2017 (for self-study exercise).

Barbero, Monti e Valdivieso, 9 aproches nueve. Corso interattivo multimediale per l'autoapprendimento della lingua spagnola di livello A1, Bologna, Clueb, 2007 (another recommended self-study aid text).

F. San Vicente e H. E. Lombardini, Debate, Bologna, Clueb, 2010. Moduli A e B (for historical-political section).

Teaching methods

LINGUA SPAGNOLA E LABORATORIO I

Spanish language and laboratory I is structured into a 30-hour Course, delivered during the second semester, and two 40-hour laboratory modules:

• the Introductory Laboratory, at A1 level, offered during the first semester;

• the Second Semester Laboratory, at A2 level, held in parallel with the Course.

The laboratory modules are designed to enable students to acquire the fundamental structures of the Spanish language through theoretical and practical activities, as well as guided exercises, with the aim of leading them to achieve a communicative competence corresponding to level A2 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR).

 

Working Students

Working students are required to contact the instructor by email (hugo.lombardini@unibo.it) in order to arrange a meeting. During this meeting, a personalized study plan will be defined for the successful completion of the Lingua spagnola e laboratorio I examination.

 

Students with Specific Learning Disorders (SLD) or Disabilities

Students with Specific Learning Disorders (SLD) or with temporary or permanent disabilities are advised to contact the relevant University Office (Ufficio studenti con disabilità e DSA) well in advance. The Office will assess and propose any appropriate compensatory and/or dispensatory measures. Such measures must be communicated to the instructor at least 15 days prior to the examination and will be evaluated in relation to their consistency with the learning objectives of the course.

Assessment methods

ATTENDING STUDENTS

 

In order to be considered attending students, it is strongly recommended that students attend at least 60% of the classes, both of the Course and of the Second Semester Laboratory, in order to ensure a full understanding of the contents covered.

The final grade consists of the Course/Laboratory average plus an additional score for the oral examination (from 0 to 3 points).

The Course/Laboratory average is calculated on the basis of:

• the grade of the first midterm exam,

• the grade of the second midterm exam,

• and the grade for continuous assessment.

Continuous assessment, both qualitative and quantitative, will take into account:

• attendance,

• active participation in class,

• and completion of the activities listed under Prácticas comunicativas in the syllabus.

 

The oral examination (following verification of reading ability) will consist of a conversation on everyday topics. Students must demonstrate oral skills corresponding to level A2 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR), namely:

• interacting on personal topics using familiar everyday expressions and common phrases;

• presenting, describing, narrating, expressing opinions, and formulating hypotheses;

• using appropriate structures, even if simple, without making frequent errors.

Attending students may replace the oral examination with a presentation on a historical-political topic. Detailed instructions will be provided in class.

Midterm Retake
(Attending students)

Only one midterm exam may be retaken: a midterm not taken, a midterm not passed, or the midterm with the lowest grade, in order to improve the average.

The retake will take place exclusively during the first official examination session.

Students who do not attend or do not pass the retake will be considered non-attending students and will lose the validity of all previously obtained grades.

Additional Provisions
(Attending students)

Registration through ALMAESAMI is mandatory in order to take the oral examination.

Attending students may take the oral examination (retaining the average already obtained) up to the September examination session of the same academic year.

Bachelor’s degree students are reminded that they may sit for the examination only once per exam session.

For matters concerning the written examinations, reference is made to University Code of Ethics.

 

NON-ATTENDING STUDENTS

 

The examination for non-attending students consists of four parts:

• Part 1 – Language Section: 30 questions (multiple choice or short answer) at A1–A2 level. Maximum score: 30 points. A minimum of 18/30 is required to proceed to Part 2. Time allowed: 25 minutes.
  

• Part 2 – Historical-Political Section: 15 questions (multiple choice or short answer) based on San Vicente and Lombardini (2010) (see bibliography and syllabus above). Maximum score: 15 points. A minimum of 9/15 is required to proceed to Part 3. Time allowed: 13 minutes.

• Part 3 – Written Production: Writing a text between 50 and 100 words of the type indicated in the attending students’ syllabus and producing five isolated sentences of the type indicated in the attending students’ syllabus. Maximum score: 15 points. Time allowed: 35 minutes. 

•  Part 4 – Oral Examination: Access to the oral examination is granted only after passing the three written parts with a minimum total score of 36/60 (equivalent to 18/30). The oral examination will cover the same topics as those for attending students.

Additional Provisions
(Non-attending students)

Registration through ALMAESAMI is mandatory in order to take the examination as a non-attending student.

Bachelor’s degree students are reminded that they may sit for the examination only once per exam session.

For matters concerning the written examinations, reference is made to University Code of Ethics.

 

Teaching tools

Textbook and exercises, grammar and exercise book, dictionaries, Internet, electronic slides, newspaper articles, printed material, CDs and DVDs, transparencies, etc.

Here [https://e-cla.unibo.it/course/index.php?categoryid=45] you will find two Spanish Self-Study Courses at A1 level and one at A2 level (you must enter with your institutional credentials).

Office hours

See the website of Hugo Edgardo Lombardini