Modern Languages Department

Intermediate Spanish I
CRN 20177
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Semester: Spring 201-001 Professor: Odalis P. Hidalgo

Meeting days: M-W-F Office phone: (607)753-2023
Room: Old Main 0121 Office address: Old Main, 227-E
Time: 12:40am-1:30pm. Office hours: M/W/F 1:30-3:30pm.
Credit hours: 3 & By appointment
Prerequisites: SPA 102 E-mail: [email protected]
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Course description:

SPA 201 - Intermediate Spanish I

¡Bienvenidos a SPA 201! Spanish 201 continued development of the skills of listening, reading, speaking and
writing, with emphasis on developing communicative strategies at the intermediate level. Expanding cultural
knowledge with exposure to literature. Prerequisite: SPA 102 or equivalent. Fulfills: GE 9, GEWL; LASR. (3 cr. hr.)

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

1. Comprehend and produce spoken Spanish at a level commensurate with the novice high level or higher as
described in the current ACTFL Proficiency Benchmarks and Performance Indicators for language learners
in listening and speaking.
2. Comprehend and produce written Spanish at a level commensurate with the novice high level or higher as
described in the current ACTFL Proficiency Benchmarks and Performance Indicators for language learners
in reading and writing.
3. Analyze and interpret cultures of Spanish-speaking countries in terms of products, practices, and
perspectives at a level commensurate with the intermediate level or higher as described in the current
ACTFL Proficiency Benchmarks and Performance Indicators for language learners in intercultural
communication.

Course goals: Spanish 201 students study chapters 9- 12 of Vistas.

Chapter 9, Las fiestas, students will learn about parties, celebrations and personal relationships. Grammar structures
will be centered in the irregular preterit, verbs that change meaning and pronouns after prepositions.

Chapter 10, En el consultorio, students will learn about health and medical terms. Grammar structures will be centered
on the imperfect tense, preterit and imperfect, adverbs and constructions with “se.”

Chapter 11, La Tecnología, students will learn about computers and the internet. Grammar structures will be centered
on the familiar commands, “por” and “para”, reciprocal reflexives and possessive adjectives and pronouns.
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Chapter 12, La Vivienda, you will be learning about Parts of the house and household chores. Grammar structures
will be centered on relative pronouns, formal commands, the present subjunctive and the subjunctive with verbs of
will and influence.

TEXTS AND OTHER MATERIALS REQUIRED: VISTAS 6th Edition

You can purchase your material at:

https://vistahigherlearning.com/store/school/cortland/vistas-6th-edition.html?pgi=a3W4A000000gCSYUA2

2. You will also need a computer with a reliable microphone, camera and internet access.

3. Brightspace will be used for daily reminders, announcements, progress, grading and other general clarifications on
the course.
Assessment:
Your final percentage will determine your grade in this course. You will be evaluated based on your achievement of
the course goals through the following criteria:

Homework Supersite 10%

Quizzes (8) 10%
In class-Writing (4) 10%
Lab Activities 10%
Participation 5%
Oral Exam Interview (1) 10%
Group presentation (1) 10%
Midterm Exam 15%
Final Exam 20 %

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Grading Scale

FINAL GRADE COMPONENTS:

Your final grade will be determined for the following components:

Homework on supersite: (10%) Homework will be assigned after each class meeting and should be completed before
the beginning of each class. You will be permitted two attempts to get the correct answer (except in the case of
true/false-type activities), which allows you to use the homework assignments as a teaching tool. Upon completing
an activity, the supersite also allows you to see the correct answer so that you can compare it with the work you
have done.

Quizzes: (10%) You will have four vocabulary and four grammar quizzes through the course that will be assigned in
the supersite vistas. This will help you reinforce your knowledge of the material covered and prepared you for the
midterm and final exams.

Writing Assignments: (10%) You will have four in class writing assignments, one, at the end of each chapter.

Lab: (10 %) Throughout the course you will be required to do activities that required to record yourself answering
questions or describing material that is cover in each chapter. Please make sure your computer microphone is
working and review the recording each time you complete an assignment.

Participation (5%) You will receive a self- assessment of participation at the end of the semester. This will be worth
5% of your final grade. Please make sure to follow the guidelines to the Course Policies below.

Oral Exam (10%) At the end of the semester you will be required to have an oral exam interview. Two weeks prior
the examination you will receive the guidelines. Please check the class Daily Class Calendar below for the due
dates and class details.

Group Oral Presentations (10%) Throughout the course you will be required to do a group presentation in Spanish
about one previously selected Spanish Speaking country. The guidelines will be posted in Brightspace. Check the
Daily Class Calendar for the due date.

Midterm Exam (15%) In the middle of the semester you will have a midterm exam that will include chapters 9
and 10 which will comprise the grammar, vocabulary, culture and listening comprehension.

Final Exam (20%) The final exam will contain chapter 9-12. This will comprise all the grammar, vocabulary, culture,
listening and reading comprehension learned through the semester. Date: Exam week day 4, May 9th
Time B 11:00am – 1:00pm. Remember, the Final Exam is set up by the university exam schedule. This cannot be
moved or postpone.

COURSE POLICIES
Participation:
Active class participation is vital in enhancing language learning and proficiency. Participation includes attendance,
preparation for class, use of Spanish, and timely completion of student work. The best participation grade (and to
gain the most form this class) comes by being engaged in class, participating in-class discussions, asking appropriate
questions, and completing all activities.
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 Attendance:
Attendance is essential to complete successfully this course. I understand some conflicts may occur due to weather,
illness, family, school required events or religious observations students will be allowed three excused absences.
For every other day missed, 1 point will be deducted from the student’s final grade. The office of the Dean
will notify us of any other serious excuses. If you miss a class, it is your responsibility to follow your syllabus and
come prepared for the following day. Check Brightspace for class announcements & grades.
Being physically in class, but mentally engaged in another activity, such as texting, socializing etc., will be
reflected on your overall grade.

Tardiness/late work:
You are expected to arrive on time, as late arrivals disrupt the flow of class, for both fellow students and myself.
Attendance will be taken at the beginning of each period. Please be in class on time since three (3) instances of
tardiness will count as one (1) absence. Tardiness may be excused at the discretion of the instructor if they are 1)
not habitual and/or 2) the student provides a justifiable reason for being late. If you need to leave early or if you
think you may have some type of emergency, please speak to me before class begins. In addition, during the lesson
avoid leaving the classroom unless is absolutely necessary. I understand some circumstances might require that you
step out of the class, however this cannot be happening on a regular basis. Again, this is very disruptive and can
prevent you to participate in group activities.
Finally, unless there is a documented excuse no late work will be accepted it or postponed.

Important Dates to Remember

Assessment Date
In class Writing Assessment CH 9 Wednesday, February 14th
Vistas: Vocabulary & Grammar CH 10 Monday March 4st
quiz CH 11 Wednesday, April 3rd
CH 12 Friday, April 19th
Group oral presentation Monday, April 1st (Group 1&2)
Monday, April 8th (Group 3& 4)
Monday, April 15th (Group 5& 6)
Midterm Exam – In class Friday, March 8th (Ch. 9 & 10)
Oral interview April 22nt - 26
FINAL EXAM – IN CLASS EXAM WEEK DAY 4
Date: May 9th
Time B 11:00am – 1:00pm.

*Please refer to the Day-to-Day calendar below for more details

Summary:
§ Do the class work and follow the detail course calendar.
§ Arrive to class on time.
§ Do not to leave the room during the class time.
§ Cellphones are not allowed during class time.
§ Come prepared and ready to participate.
§ Be respectful by not socializing with classmates during instruction time.
*I reserve the right to ask you to leave the classroom if you are not able to meet the classroom expectations.
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COVID-19 GUIDELINES AND PROCEDURES

New York State has announced that students at Suny colleges and universities will no longer required to be fully
vaccinated against COVID-19. In addition, Sunny Cortland has adopted several procedures to keep the community
safe. Please see the link below and become familiar with the Fall 2023guidance:

https://www2.cortland.edu/about/restart/

ACADEMIC INTEGRITY

You are expected to follow Sunny Cortland’s policies on academic integrity. Outside help (Spanish-Speaking
friends and family, online translator, and other internet sources) is NOT allowed. This type of work will
receive zero and may further be subject to further academic penalty. Please read the following link on
academic integrity to become familiar with the school policy on this subject:

http://www2.cortland.edu/offices/publications/handbook/part-three/#chapter340

DISABILITY ACCOMMODATIONS
If you believe you will require accommodations in this course, please place a request with the Disability Resources
Office at [email protected] or call 607-753-2967. Please note that accommodations are generally not
provided retroactively so timely contact with the Disability Resources Office.

INCLUSIVITY
I (Like many people) am in the process of learning about diverse perspectives and identities. Therefore, I would like
to create a learning environment for my students that support a diverse of thoughts, perspectives and experiences,
and honor your identities (including race, gender, class, sexuality, and religion). To help accomplish this if you have
a name and/or set of pronouns that differ from those that appear in your official Cortland records, please let me
know. Also, if you feel like your performance in class is being impacted by your experiences outside of class, please
do not hesitate to come and talk to me. Finally, if something is said in class (by anyone) that makes you feel
uncomfortable, please come and see me. I want to be a resource for you and to make our Spanish classroom an
inclusive and positive environment.

TITLE IX STATEMENT

Title IX, when combined with New York Human Rights Law and the New York Education Law 129-B, prohibits
discrimination, harassment and violence based on sex, gender, gender identity/expression, and/or sexual orientation
in the education setting. The federal Clergy Act and NY Education Law 129-B provide certain rights and
responsibilities after an incident of sexual or interpersonal violence. When a violation occurs, victims and survivors
are eligible for campus and community resources. Where the College has jurisdiction, it may investigate and take
action in accordance with college policy. If you or someone you know wishes to report discrimination based in sex,
gender, gender identity/expression, and/or sexual orientation, or wishes to report sexual harassment, sexual
violence, stalking or relationship violence, please contact the Title IX Coordinator at 607-753-4550, or visit
cortland.edu/titleix to learn about all reporting options and resources (Updated by SUNY Legal Feb. 1, 2018; Title
IX http://www2.cortland.edu/titleix )

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 Modern Languages Department
Intermediate Spanish I
CRN 20177

Class time: M-W-F 12:40pm – 1:30pm.

Room: Old Main 0121
1/22/24 – 5/10/24
WEEK 1 Day Plan Homework
January Welcome to Spanish 201 Register to Vistas and work on the
Monday 22nd • Syllabus homework for the following class.
• Calendar *Remember all homework has to be
• Presentations completed before the class starts.

Wednesday 24th Practice – Review – Present tense Vistas

Friday 26th CHAPTER 9 Vistas

Las fiestas: Vocabulary – hot spot
Fotonovela
WEEK 2 Day Plan Homework
Monday 29th Las celebraciones Vistas
Relaciones personales
Día de los Muertos
Grammar: Irregular Preterit Vistas
Wednesday 31st Verbs that change meaning in preterit

FEBRUARY Grammar: Irregular Preterit Vistas

Friday 2nd Verbs that change meaning in preterit

WEEK 3 Day Plan Homework

Monday 5th Grammar: Irregular Preterits Vistas

Wednesday 7th Verbs that change meaning in preterit Vistas

¿Qué? And ¿cuál?
Pronouns after prepositions
Friday 9th La lectura: Vida social Vistas
Culture
Recapitulation
WEEK 4 Day Plan Homework
Monday 12th Recapitulation: Review chapter 9 Vistas
Wednesday 14th Assessment Day Vistas- Assessment
-In class Writing Assessment Grammar & Vocabulary quizzes

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Friday 16th CHAPTER 10 Vistas
En el consultorio -Hot spot
Sintomas y condiciones médicas
WEEK 5 Day Plan Homework
Monday 19th Grammar: The imperfect Tense Vistas
Wednesday 21th Grammar: The preterit & Imperfect tense Vistas

Friday 23rd Grammar: The preterit & Imperfect tense Vistas

Flash Cultura
WEEK 6 Day Plan Homework
Monday 26th Constructions with SE Vistas

Wednesday 28th ¿Preterit or Imperfect? Vistas

En pantalla
MARCH En el consultorio – Practica Vistas
Friday 1st
WEEK 7 Day Plan Homework
Monday 4th Assessment Day Vistas- Assessment
-In class Writing Assessment Grammar & Vocabulary quizzes
Review in preparation to the exam
Wednesday 6th Recapitulation Study

Friday 8th MIDTERM EXAM No Homework

Monday 11th -15th Spring break – no classes

WEEK 8 Day Plan Homework
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Monday 18 CHAPTER 11 Vistas
La tegnología – Hotspot

Wednesday 20th Fotonovela Vistas

Las computadoras
Friday 22nd Familiar Commands Vistas

Week 9 Day Plan Homework

Monday 25th Familiar Commands Vistas
Estructura: Por y Para
Wednesday 27th Reciprocal Reflexives Vistas

Friday 29th Possessive adjectives and Pronouns Vistas

Recapitulation
WEEK 10 Day Plan Homework
APRIL Assessment Day: Oral Presentation Vistas
Monday 1st Group 1 Chile
Group 2 Costa Rica
Wednesday 3rd Assessment Day: Vistas- Assessment
-In class Writing Assessment Grammar & Vocabulary quizzes
Review
Friday 5th CHAPTER 12 Vistas
La Vivienda: Hotspot
WEEK 11 Day Plan Homework

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 Monday 8th Assessment Day: Oral Presentation Vistas
Group 3 Argentina
Group 4 Panama
The present subjunctive
Wednesday 10th The present subjunctive Vistas
Friday 12th The subjunctive with verbs of will and Vistas
influence
WEEK 12 Day Plan Homework
Monday 15th Assessment Day: Oral Presentation Vistas
Group 5 Colombia
Group 6 Republica Dominicana
The subjunctive with verbs of will and
influence
Wednesday 17th Recapitulation Vistas
Friday 19th Assessment Day Vistas
-In class Writing Assessment • Recapitulation
Review
WEEK 13 Day Plan Homework
Monday 22nd Oral Interview Study Day
Wednesday 24th Oral Interview Study Day

Friday 26th Oral Interview Study Day

Last Day of in class examinations
WEEK 14 Day Plan Homework
Monday 29th Review Vistas- Review material
MAY Review Vistas- Review material
Wednesday 1st
Friday 3rd Review Vistas- Review material
Last day of class
WEEK 15 Day Plan Homework
Final EXAM WEEK DAY 4 The final exam date is assigned by the
Examination Date: May 9th university, therefore it cannot be
Period Time B 11:00am – 1:00pm. move or postpone.

*Remember this day-to-day calendar is the blueprint of the class, however it might be subject to small changes.