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St. Cloud State University

Spanish (SPAN) Graduate Course Descriptions

SPAN 554. Teaching Spanish in the Secondary School.
Taken concurrently with student teaching. Application of language learning principles in secondary schools. Selection and presentation of daily and unit lessons. Critique based on the theories discussed in FORL 453/553. B.S. capstone course; cannot be used as an elective in a B.A. program. Prereq.: FORL 453/553, demonstrated oral proficiency at or near level required for licensure. 2 credits F, S.

SPAN 556. Teaching Spanish in the Elementary School.
Application of language learning principles to elementary school instruction. Development/selection of materials and practice in presenting them. B.S. capstone course; cannot be used as an elective in a B.A. program. Prereq.: FORL 455/555, demonstrated oral proficiency at or near level required for licensure. 2 credits F, S, DEMAND.

SPAN 560. Study Abroad
On-site study of selected aspects of language and/or culture of the host country. Final report presented in Spanish. May be repeated to a maximum of six credits with permission. Prereq.: 301, 302, or approval of foreign language department program director. 3 credits DEMAND.

SPAN 561. Internship
Use linguistic ability in work setting in the US or in the host country. Combines learning with an apprenticeship experience. May substitute for 457. Prereq.: permission of instructor/adviser. 2 credits. Arranged.

SPAN 571. Commercial Spanish
General business terminology within a business and cultural context. Preparation for a business career in a global market. Prereq.: 302, 331, 341. 3 credits DEMAND.