LEAP Spanish 1

ULSP51010 LEAP Spanish 1 20 Full year Undergraduate Level 1 Sandra Torres Unit coordinator Spanish, Portuguese and Latin 1 FHEQ level (Framework for Higher Education Qualifications) ' First part HE study/Bachelors ' European Credit Transfer & Accumulation System Rating : 10.0 This course is for absolute beginners. It is designed for those who wish to attain a basic understanding of the Spanish language covering four skills: listening, speaking, reading and writing. It aims to introduce students to the basics of language structure and the basics of Spanish grammar. Students will also acquire limited vocabulary to be able to read simple texts and conduct basic conversation in key areas of everyday communication. The course provides students with a solid foundation for further language learning. This course is for absolute beginners. It is designed for those who wish to attain a basic understanding of the Spanish language covering four skills: listening, speaking, reading and writing. It aims to introduce students to the basics of language structure and the basics of Spanish grammar. Students will also acquire limited vocabulary to be able to read simple texts and conduct basic conversation in key areas of everyday communication. The course provides students with a solid foundation for further language learning. FOR THE MOST UP-TO-DATE INFORMATION, INCLUDING 'HOW TO APPLY', SEE <a href="https://www.languagecentre.manchester.ac.uk/learn-a-language/courses-for-all/">https://www.languagecentre.manchester.ac.uk/learn-a-language/courses-for-all/</a> Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to:<ul> <li>handle some of the basic grammatical structures of Spanish;</li> <li>understand and read some familiar and daily expressions used in common everyday situations and write simple messages;</li> <li>communicate orally at a basic level in a limited number of common everyday situations;</li> <li>have some understanding and knowledge of Spanish-speaking countries and their culture.</li></ul>By the end of the course, students should be able to perform at Level A1/A2 of the Common European Framework.  Pair and team work, focussed listening, informal presentations, language awareness, cultural appreciation. Successful completion of this course unit will enhance your curriculum vitae and your employability by showing that you have a capacity to learn other languages and the desire to engage with other cultures. One three-hour seminar per week, delivered through blended learning which integrates on campus and on-line instruction as necessary. This will also include online digital learning available via Blackboard and supplemented by extra online resources to aid students in their independent learning.  0 Other 100% Four pieces of assessed work as follows:<ul> <li>Semester one: Week 12- Written Exam 30%</li> <li>Semester two: Week 11- Listening 10% & Written Exam 30%; week 12 - Oral Exam 30%</li></ul>  Feedback will include a combination of:<ul> <li>informal ongoing oral and written feedback resulting from homework and class based learning activities;</li> <li>formal written feedback will be given following every assessment.</li></ul> Pre-requisite: This unit is suitable for those who have never studied Spanish before.Co-requisite: If you are studying a Modern Languages Degree, either single or joint honours, please refer to relevant guidance about eligibility for LEAP units on your programme structure.  Y <ul> <li><a href="https://www.eurobooks.co.uk/title.php?code=020964">Aula Internacional 1</a> (new bilingual edition) ISBN: 9788415846772.</li></ul>Textbooks will be complemented by tutor with extra contents and resources in line with the CEF standards for each level.Reading: <a href="https://www.amazon.co.uk/Easy-Spanish-Reader-Premium-Third-ebook/dp/B00ZQ9J17S/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1531331116&sr=8-1&keywords=Easy+Spanish+Reader+Premium%2C+Third+Edition%3A+A+Three-Part+Reader+for+Beginning+Students">Easy Spanish Reader Premium, Third Edition: A Three-Part Reader for Beginning Students + 160 Minutes of Streaming Audio (Easy Reader Series)</a> ASIN: B00ZQ9J17S (Also available in Kindle Edition)- Language practice: <a href="http://www.europeanbookshop.com/title.php?code=029158">Collins Easy Learning Spanish Grammar</a>, ISBN: 9780008142018  Seminars 66 0 134 <a href="https://www.alc.manchester.ac.uk/study/university-language-centre-leap-courses/course-information/leap-courses/courses-for-all/spanish/leap-spanish-2/">LEAP Spanish 2</a>. Students may be able to proceed to <a href="https://www.alc.manchester.ac.uk/study/university-language-centre-leap-courses/course-information/leap-courses/courses-for-all/spanish/leap-spanish-3/">LEAP Spanish 3</a> subject to:<ul> <li>achieving a mark over  80%</li> <li>Agreeing to study independently the material recommended by the language tutor to reach the Common European Framework level required at the end of LEAP Spanish 2 –A2</li> <li>an entry-level assessment carried out by the tutor.</li></ul>* By taking this option students agree to cover the material recommended by the language tutor independently. They will be taking this at their own risk. They are not allowed to move back to LEAP Spanish 2 or ask for a refund.