Spanish for Spanish Speakers I

Catalog description

This course is designed for bilingual students whose heritage language is Spanish and for linguistically qualified students. Culture, language structures, basic fundamentals of grammar and composition, and oral and written communication are included in this course. The course provides students with instruction that builds upon their existing reading, writing, speaking and listening skills, and their cultural heritage and knowledge. The course increases awareness of linguistic registers and introduces a broad range of vocabulary. The course will allow students to discuss topics beyond their familiar routine and enhance their knowledge of Hispanic cultures as manifested in Spanish speaking countries and in the United States. This course is conducted entirely in Spanish. 90 hours lecture. ADGE: 3; Transfer: CSU, UC; Cal-GETC: 3B; C-ID# SPAN 220. Prerequisite: Spanish heritage speaker proficiency or the equivalent intermediate level as assessed.