SPAN 307 - Writing for Spanish Heritage Speakers

(3 units)

This course emphasizes reading and writing in a way that capitalizes prior contact with the language. It expands on language competence through vocabulary building, grammar review, spelling and punctuation, and writing strategies.

Prerequisite(s): SPAN 227 or placement.

Grading Basis: Graded
Units of Lecture: 3
Offered: Every Fall and Spring

Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
1. correctly apply the rules of Spanish orthography, including diacritical marks, in their writing.
2. compose essays with a clearly organized structure while applying the transition words, idiomatic expressions, and grammatical lessons covered by the course.
3. apply basic rules of Spanish grammar.
4. demonstrate a deepened understanding of Hispanic culture in Latin America while connecting it with Latino culture of in the United States.

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