Las batallas en el desierto. Spanish 130, an intensive intermediate level Spanish course, uses a task-based approach to develop proficiency by integrating grammar, vocabulary, and culture in communicative activities. Discussions, role-plays, debates, and other classroom activities are based on readings and films. All readings are of authentic Spanish-language texts, including stories, newspaper articles, essays, and poems. Three films are also used in the course, and each student is required to do an oral presentation.
Regular attendance is crucial to the successful attainment of the course objectives .
Therefore, University policy requires that students attend classes on a regular basis. Attendance to these sessions and the completion of the related work sheets is obligatory. In the interest of stimulating conversation, some controversial topics will be discussed in the course. You are encouraged to present, explain, and defend either your own views or views you think might engage your classmates. You are not expected to agree with the views of your instructor, nor will your grade depend in any way on the views you choose to express.