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

To be considered an attending student, attendance of at least 60% of both the Course and the second-semester Workshop classes is strongly recommended in order to ensure a thorough understanding of the topics covered.

The final grade is calculated as the average of the Course/Workshop grades plus additional points awarded for the Oral Examination (from 0 to 3 points).

The Course/Workshop average is based on:

• the grade obtained in the first midterm exam;
• the grade obtained in the second midterm exam;
• the continuous assessment grade.

The continuous assessment, which includes both qualitative and quantitative aspects, will take into account:

• attendance;
• active participation in class;
• completion of the activities listed under Prácticas comunicativas in the course syllabus.

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

• interact on personal topics using familiar everyday expressions and common phrases;
• introduce themselves, describe, narrate, express opinions, and formulate hypotheses;
• use appropriate grammatical structures, including simple ones, without making frequent errors.

Attending students may replace the Oral Examination with a presentation on a historical-political topic. Detailed instructions will be provided during class.

Midterm Make-up

(Attending students)

Only one midterm examination may be retaken: the midterm not taken; the midterm not passed; or the midterm with the lower grade, in order to improve the overall average.

The make-up examination will be held exclusively during the first official examination session.

Students who do not attend the make-up examination or fail it will be considered non-attending students and will forfeit 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 (while retaining their previously obtained average) up to the September examination session of the following academic year.

Bachelor's degree students are reminded that they are allowed only one examination attempt per examination session.

Written examinations are governed by the University's Code of Ethics.

NON-ATTENDING STUDENTS

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

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

Part 2 – History and Politics: 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 score of 9/15 is required to proceed to Part 3. Time allowed: 13 minutes.

Part 3 – Written Production: Based on a visual prompt, students will write a narrative in the past tense. This part is worth a maximum of 15 points. Time allowed: 30 minutes.

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

Additional Provisions

(Non-attending students)

Registration through ALMAESAMI is mandatory in order to take the Oral Examination.

Bachelor's degree students are reminded that they are allowed only one examination attempt per examination session.

Written examinations are governed by the University's 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