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Module Overview

Spanish 1

This module is designed for students who have no previous knowledge of the language. The aim of this module is to develop all four language skills in an integrated manner -reading, writing, listening, speaking. It aims to develop students' grammatical awareness, to introduce relevant vocabulary to comprehend and communicate in Spanish and to help students understand the socio-cultural and professional environments in Spain and Spanish speaking countries always cognisant of the UN Sustainability Goals. It is benchmarked at level A1.1 of the Common European Framework for Language Learning (CEFR).

Module Code

SPAN H1013

ECTS Credits

5

*Curricular information is subject to change

Introduce oneself and other.

Exchange personal details on background, family and employment.

Describe physical appearance and personality.

Describe neighbourhood, town and country.

Give information on college and course. 

Grammar

Basic grammatical structures in Spanish

Pronunciation

Pronunciation and intonation in Spanish

Culture

Socio-cultural & professional awareness

Reading

Comprehension of texts in Spanish

Listening

Aural skills through video and aural work in Spanish

Speaking

Oral production skills in Spanish through functional tasks

Teaching and Learning takes place through communicative language classes where students practise, develop and demonstrate development in all skill areas: reading, listening, speaking and writing. Individual and group activities, use of varied and authentic media, resources in VLE and both self-directed and lecture-directed activities within and outside of classroom. 

Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown %
Other Assessment(s)100