Chabot College
July 1995
Course Outline for Spanish 50B
CONVERSATIONAL SPANISH
Catalog Description:
50B - Conversational Spanish
2 units
Development of skills learned in Spanish 50A. Understanding of spoken Spanish through pronunciation,
vocabulary, and applied grammar. Introduction to everyday life of Spanish-speaking people and the
skills needed to successfully function in culture. Prerequisite: Spanish 50A completed with a grade of
"C" or better. 3 hours
Expected Outcomes for Students:
Upon completion of the course, the student should:
1. have developed a practical knowledge of Spanish conversational methods of construction
presented;
2. understand and be able to apply to daily regular use the learned vocabulary, idiomatic expressions
and essential grammar presented;
3. have the ability to understand, pronounce and spell correctly the practical vocabulary presented;
4. be able to read and comprehend the material of the basic textbook;
5. be capable of answering and asking simple questions in Spanish, in the form of a conversation;
and
6. have begun to develop an understanding and appreciation of the cultures and peoples of the
Spanish-speaking world.
Course Content:
1. Review and "recycling" of content of Spanish 50A and 50B
2. Functional vocabulary and grammar to allow students to express feelings, judgements, and
opinions, and to persuade or dissuade, as well as to make suggestions and discuss alternatives
3. Culture-specific information required for successful interaction in target culture
Methods of Presentation:
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Lecture/discussion
Choral/individual repetition of model speech
Re-creation of dialogues and improvisation
Small group activities leading to skits, dialogues, etc.
Methods of Evaluating Student Progress:
1. Tests and quizzes on material presented
2. Student participation in in-class activities
3. Final exam
Textbook(s) (Typical):
Con Mucho Gusto, 4th ed., Valette, et al.
Special Student Materials:
None
FZ:kh Spanish.50B Revised: 7/26/95