Intermediate Spanish II

Catalog description

This course is the second intermediate-level Spanish class for non-heritage speakers and is taught entirely in Spanish. Students continue to build listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills through authentic materials such as short stories, essays, films, and media from Spanish-speaking communities across Latin America, Spain, the United States, and other regions worldwide. Emphasis is placed on expressing opinions, making suggestions, and discussing both familiar and abstract topics with greater accuracy and confidence. Students also practice writing well-organized compositions and participating in class discussions and presentations. The course explores cultural norms, values, and artistic traditions while encouraging cross-cultural comparisons and critical thinking about language and society. By the end of the course, students are prepared to engage with more complex ideas and communicate meaningfully in Spanish across a variety of contexts. This course is conducted in Spanish.