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HUSP 131 – Elementary Spanish 1 (3)

The first semester of introductory Spanish. Emphasis will be made in pronunciation, grammar, and rules of the language and developing skills in speaking, listening, reading, and writing as well as introducing students to the culture of different Spanish-speaking countries. Oral proficiency interviews will be conducted over the course to measure levels and progress of students. Lab fee. (3 credit hours)

HUSP 132 – Elementary Spanish 2 (3)

The second semester of introductory Spanish. Emphasis will be made in pronunciation, grammar, and rules of the language and developing skills in speaking, listening, reading, and writing as well as introducing students to the culture of different Spanish-speaking countries. Oral proficiency interviews (OPI) will be conducted over the course to measure levels and progress of students. Student must demonstrate proficiency according to American Council Teaching foreign Languages standard (ACTFL) (Intermediate level). Lab fee. (3 credit hours)

HUSP 231 – Intermediate Spanish 1 (3)

Emphasizes the study of grammar in structures like hypothesizing and other grammatical forms. Role play and Bible studies and Scripture memorization will be emphasized. Student output is measured and increased progressively in speaking, writing, and listening skills. Students will be immersed in the language and culture through use of current technology and spontaneous personal interaction with natives and near-native people. Oral proficiency interviews will be conducted regularly. Classes are conducted in Spanish. Prerequisite: HUSP 132 or consent of instructor. Lab fee. (3 credit hours per semester)

HUSP 232 – Intermediate Spanish 2 (3)

Emphasizes the study of grammar in structures like hypothesizing and other grammatical forms. Role play and Bible studies and Scripture memorization will be emphasized. Student output is measured and increased progressively in speaking, writing, and listening skills. Students will be immersed in the language and culture through use of current technology and spontaneous personal interaction with natives and near-native people. Oral proficiency interviews (OPI) will be conducted regularly. Student must demonstrate proficiency in according to American Council Teaching foreign Language standards (ACTFL) (advanced level). Classes are conducted in Spanish. Prerequisite: HUSP 132 or consent of instructor. Lab fee. (3 credit hours per semester)

HUSP 350 – Culture and Civilization of Spanish Speaking People (3)

Students will study the history of Spain and Latin America from the caves of Altamira to the present. Students will be able to understand and appreciate the influence of Spain in the world. Few cultures in the world possess the richness and continuity that Spain has provided. Studying this culture will help students understand their own culture and contrast and appreciate its diversity. Students will study not only the history of Spain, but its universal literature and arts. The class will also provide practical application of culturally related topics and assignments for service in this geographic region will be given. This course will be conducted in Spanish. Lab fee. (3 credit hours)

HUSP 480 – Language Practicum (3)

The Language practicum is an internship focused on improving the student’s ability to communicate and function both in the Spanish language and in Spanish/Hispanic culture. The focus of the internship is on spending a significant amount of time immersed in the language and culture. Requirements include recording and reporting activity. Prerequisites: HUSP 131 and 132, or their equivalent. (3 credit hours)