Spanish-American Culture and Civilization:

(Please read before deciding on taking this course)

Before taking this course you should be aware of the following and in complete agreement to undertake these demands.  If you are not, you should drop SPAN 212 before the end of the add/drop period.
 
 

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1. A computer-based course:

You should be aware that Spanish 212 requires an extensive use of computer-related activities.  If you don't know how to navigate through our Web pages, I will be glad to teach you.  My only demand is a willingness on your part to learn.  Nevertheless, if you are opposed to Web-based classes, you should think twice about this course.  Among other computer activities, you are required to use the computer to access our Discussion Forum (Foro electrónico), the Written Exercise Program (Ejercicios), and Readings (Lecturas).   Additionally, much of the course information (eg., the syllabus) is only accessible via the Web.  You must check the class calendar for each class; don't just "print it out" since the Web allows me to make changes constantly.

2. No unexcused absences:

Span 212 is a class of communication, in which we share our ideas daily in class.  Your attendance not only effects your performance but that of your classmates as well.  Therefore, attendance is mandatory.  No unexcused absences are allowed.  Furthermore, an excessive number of absences, even if they are excused, may result in a grade of F or WF at the professor's discretion.

3. Time commitment:

Learning a language and its culture is time consuming.  We will be dealing with various media (texts, films, web articles, forum, etc.) each of which requires a substantial amount of preparation time to complete.  The assignments for each class will vary in length but some may take the average major 3 to 4 hours to complete.  Do not be surprised at the demands of the assignments.  Take a look at the Course Calendar before attempting this course!  The bottom line is that you should be willing to invest the appropriate amount of time into this course or both you and I will be frustrated.



















Grading Policy:

Forum Requirements for students of Span 212:

Each week students must submit at least two responses (or posit questions to classmates or the professor).  Given the nature of  forum, you may create your own topics, respond to a new topic, or respond to a response.   Our goal is to provide a platform by which we can initiate conversation before we begin a topic and, at the same time, allow you to formulate ideas ahead of time in order to anticipate linguistic difficulties.  Therefore, regardless of the exact number of entries you submit each week, you'll find that the more involved you are in the forum, the easier it will be to converse in class.


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