SPAN 101-AO1: Elementary Spanish I Summer 2014 May 19 June 27 Professor: Dr. Esperanza Romn-Mendoza Email: eromanme@gmu.edu Office: Aquia Building, 329 Office Hours: By appointment or via Blackboard Collaborate or Skype. Available Monday at 9 am to Friday at 5 pm for student inquiries. During this 5 day period, I will respond to student inquiries within 24 hours Skype: e.roman.mendoza Google: eromanme@gmail.com Twitter: @eromanme Course hashtag: #101su14 TABLE OF CONTENTS Course Description ............................................................................................................................................................................... 2 Materials .............................................................................................................................................................................................. 3 Technology Requirements ................................................................................................................................................................... 3 Assessment .......................................................................................................................................................................................... 4 Assignments ......................................................................................................................................................................................... 5 1. MySpanishLab Online Exercises (25%) ........................................................................................................................................ 5 2. Exams (30%) ................................................................................................................................................................................ 5 3. Compositions (15%). .................................................................................................................................................................... 5 4. Reflection Essays on my Learning Blog (5%). .............................................................................................................................. 5 5. Kaltura Projects (20%). (webcam required). ............................................................................................................................... 5 6. Interviews with the Professor (5%). ............................................................................................................................................ 6 Participation and Communication ....................................................................................................................................................... 6 Student Expectations ........................................................................................................................................................................... 6 Academic Integrity .......................................................................................................................................................................... 6 Honor Code ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 6 MasonLive/Email (GMU Email) ....................................................................................................................................................... 6 Patriot Pass ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 6 University Policies ........................................................................................................................................................................... 7 Responsible Use of Computing ....................................................................................................................................................... 7 University Calendar ......................................................................................................................................................................... 7 Students with Disabilities ................................................................................................................................................................ 7 Student Services ................................................................................................................................................................................... 7 University Libraries .......................................................................................................................................................................... 7 Writing Center ................................................................................................................................................................................. 7 Counseling and Psychological Services ............................................................................................................................................ 7 Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) ........................................................................................................................ 7 Weekly Course Schedule ...................................................................................................................................................................... 8
SPAN 101-A01: Elementary Spanish I Syllabus & Course Calendar Summer 2014. MCL, GMU Page 2 COURSE DESCRIPTION SPAN 101-AO1 is a three-credit asynchronous distance learning course for beginning students of Spanish, and completes part of the basic language requirements for most majors in CHSS and COS. Combined with SPAN 102 this course is equivalent to SPAN 110. This asynchronous online course is designed to help students develop basic listening, speaking, reading and writing skills in Spanish and to provide them with an introduction to the various cultures of the Spanish-speaking world. In this course, students will: 1. synthesize the acquired vocabulary and sentence structures to broaden oral and written comprehension; 2. strengthen their ability to express ideas orally and in writing with an appropriate level of grammatical accuracy and fluency focusing on both presentational and interpersonal modes of communication; 3. demonstrate a certain level of knowledge and critical understanding of the products, practices and perspectives of the Spanish-speaking world; 4. understand speech used by native speakers; 5. Increase their ability to use online tools to communicate and learn
This online course is taught via Blackboard Courses (Log into http://mymason.gmu.edu, select the Courses Tab, and the course can be found in the Course List). This course is offered completely online. Each week begins on Monday and ends on Sunday. In our online learning community, we must be respectful of one another. Please be aware that innocent remarks can be easily misconstrued. Sarcasm and humor can be easily taken out of context. When communicating, please be positive and diplomatic. I encourage you to learn more about Netiquette.
As a distance learning course, SPAN 101 requires students to study and practice the language on their own following the guidance of the instructor. Students are expected to familiarize themselves with the grammar and vocabulary explanations included in the Unidos online component tutorials, powered by MySpanishLab, before completing the vocabulary, grammar and culture exercises assigned for a grade. Our online platform, Unidos, powered by MySpanishLab and integrated into Blackboard, is a first. It offers a unique online environment where students receive guided instruction and practice accompanied by individualized learning support and assessment. Students encounter continuous formative and summative assessment opportunities by following a guided lesson plan that begins with an interactive presentation, follows with a set of carefully crafted tutorials, and culminates in a series of Apply activities that allow for multiple opportunities to practice and master the concepts with a wealth of individualized, point-of-need support.
Further questions about any aspect of the coursework will be discussed on an individual basis as needed. Therefore students should not hesitate to contact their instructor with any questions they might have. Learning a language on an online setting requires as much work (or more!) as learning in the class, along with a great amount of discipline. Students should expect to have to work on this class for 2-3 hours every single day of the week, including weekends.
IMPORTANT: Successful learning of a language requires being exposed to large amounts of written and oral input and making the effort to communicate in that language. Therefore, students should try to use the Spanish language as much as possible, even beyond class assignments. Students should not expect to comprehend every word they read or hear; instead they should aim at understanding the overall meaning. After a few weeks of continued practice, the language will start to become more and more comprehensible.
PREREQUISITE: None. PLACEMENT: If you have studied Spanish in high school (2+ years), you must take the placement test regardless of how long ago this took place. The only exception is for students enrolling in SPAN 115 AND who have not learned the language outside of the classroom. Students who place into 250 or 300-level in the language receive a waiver of the foreign language requirement. Those who place out of 250 (and into the 300-level) are awarded 3 credits for 250. The test is free, does not require advance registration, and is administered in the Modern and Classical Languages Lab in Aquia Building 336, Fairfax campus. You should take it prior to the first day of classes in a new semester. For more information, access: http://mcl.gmu.edu/placement-testing or call 993-1220.
If you You must take have never studied Spanish or have had less than 2 years of Spanish in high school AND have not learned Spanish outside of the classroom (e.g, by speaking Spanish at home, by living in a Spanish- speaking country) SPAN 110 or SPAN 101 & 102 combined (this option is only available during the summer) SPAN 101-A01: Elementary Spanish I Syllabus & Course Calendar Summer 2014. MCL, GMU Page 3 have taken 2 years or more of Spanish in high school AND have not learned Spanish outside of the classroom (e.g., by speaking Spanish at home, by living in a Spanish-speaking country) The placement test or SPAN 115 have learned Spanish outside of the classroom (e.g., by speaking Spanish at home, by living in a Spanish-speaking country) The placement test or SPAN 315* have completed one year of college Spanish or have tested into 3rd semester on the GMU placement test or the SAT-2 SPAN 210 have tested into 4th semester on the GMU placement test or the SAT-2 SPAN 250 have completed the equivalent of 101 at another college The placement test or SPAN 115 * SPAN 315, Spanish for Heritage Speakers, is aimed at students who have learned the Spanish language at home with or without previous formal instruction.
MATERIALS A. Required MySpanishLab New Design with eText for Unidos for Pearson Learning Solutions -- Standalone Access Card, 1/e Guzmn ISBN-10: 1269418890 | ISBN-13: 9781269418898 | AND Guzmn, E. Lapuerta, P. and Liskin-Gasparro, J. (2013). Gramtica en Contexto for Unidos [loose leaf]. Prentice Hall. ISBN-10: 0205995462. ISBN-13: 978-0205995462 Note: MySpanishLab must be accessed through Blackboard. Proper sign in and registration are required. See handout with registration instructions and system requirements, and refer to the User Guide video or PDF. B. Highly recommended 1. A good Spanish-English dictionary such as the Merriam-Webster's Spanish-English Dictionary. 2. 501 Spanish Verbs with CD-ROM and Audio CD (501 Verb Series) [Paperback] by Christopher Kendris (2010).
All other materials are accessible from the Blackboard site. Please make sure you are aware of all technical requirements for this class.
TECHNOLOGY REQUIREMENTS System requirements for MySpanishLab: http://www.pearsonmylabandmastering.com/northamerica/mylanguagelabs/students/support/system- requirements/index.html You must make sure that your computer meets all of the requirements detailed below before using MyLab. Hardware: Students will need access to a Windows or Macintosh computer with at least 2 GB of RAM and to a fast and reliable broadband internet connection (e.g., cable, DSL). A larger screen is recommended for better visibility of course material. Students will need speakers or headphones to hear recorded content and a headset with a microphone is recommended for the best experience. A webcam will also be needed. For the amount of Hard Disk Space required to take a distance education course consider and allow for: 1. the storage amount needed to install any additional software and 2. space to store work that you will do for the course. Students considering the purchase of a new computer, are recommended to view ITUs Recommended Computer Systems: http://compstore.gmu.edu/recommend/ Software and online services: This course also uses Blackboard as the learning management system. Students will need a browser and operating system that are listed compatible or certified with the Blackboard version available on the myMason Portal. See supported browsers and operating systems. Log in to myMason to access this course.
SPAN 101-A01: Elementary Spanish I Syllabus & Course Calendar Summer 2014. MCL, GMU Page 4 This course requires the use of Respondus LockDown Browser for taking online exams. The computer used for taking exams must also have a built-in or external webcam (sometimes called Respondus Monitor). Students will need to download and install Respondus LockDown Browser to their computer and use it to take tests (instead of using your normal browser). Respondus LockDown Browser System Requirements: http://www.respondus.com/products/lockdown-browser/requirements.shtml Visit the following site to download Respondus LockDown Browser: http://coursessupport.gmu.edu/Students/index.cfm?audiencename=Students&categoryname=Bb%20Assessments&datname=R espondus%20Monitor%20and%20Lockdown%20Browser Respondus Lockdown Browser Demo movies: http://www.respondus.com/products/lockdown-browser/demos.shtml Notes: Don't download a copy of Respondus LockDown Browser from elsewhere on the Internet; those versions won't work at our institution. If you experience technical problems with Respondus LockDown Browser or Respondus Monitor, you need to contact or go to the Collaborative Learning HUB in the Johnson Center, room 311 (Hours: Monday through Friday: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday: Closed. 703-993-3141 or e-mail club@gmu.edu). For other computer related issues you can contact ITU: https://itservices.gmu.edu/services/view-service.cfm?customel_dataPageID_4609=6129 Access to a Computer Workstation with: Web browser (See Blackboard supported browsers and operating systems) Blackboard Courses (Log into http://mymason.gmu.edu, select the Courses Tab) Blackboard Collaborate (select from the course menu) Adobe Acrobat Reader (free download) Flash Player (free download) Windows Media Player (free download) QuickTime (free download) A word processor, such as Microsoft Word (not free: purchase) Skype (free download) MySpanishLabs browser check: http://browsertuneup.pearsoncmg.com/pegasus/world_languages/index.html Note: Students using an employer-provided computer or corporate office for class attendance should verify with their systems administrators that they will be able to install the necessary applications and that system or corporate firewalls do not block access to any sites or media types.
Kaltura technical requirements: Kaltura is a video recording and uploading tool integrated in Blackboard. Please check http://coursessupport.gmu.edu/Students/ and select Kaltura from the navigation menu on the left for more information. Kaltura allows you to record directly from your webcam, and then add your videoclip to any discussion forum or assignment.
ASSESSMENT The progress made by students in this class will be evaluated according to the following criteria:
Assignments % Grade scale MySpanishLab online exercises (Chapters 0-3) 25% A+ 97-100 A 93-96 A- 90-92 B+ 87-89 B 83-86 B- 80-82 C+ 77-79 C 73-76 C- 70-72 D 60-69 F 0-59 3 online exams (using Respondus LockDown Browser & Monitor) 30% 3 compositions (Parts A & B) 15% 3 Kaltura oral projects (Parts A & B & C) 20% 3 reflection comments on My Learning Blog 5 % 2 interviews with professor 5%
Note: Missed and late assignments, exams, collaborative activities, etc. will receive grades of zero, which will be computed in the final average. For GMU policies about Incomplete grades (IN), please check: http://catalog.gmu.edu/content.php?catoid=22&navoid=4763#undergrad SPAN 101-A01: Elementary Spanish I Syllabus & Course Calendar Summer 2014. MCL, GMU Page 5
ASSIGMENTS
1. MySpanishLab Online Exercises (25%) Students are responsible for completing the assigned homework on the due dates via MySpanishLab. This online platform has to be accessed through the Blackboard course page (http://mymasonportal.gmu.edu/). These contextualized activities will help students learn grammar and vocabulary, develop listening, reading, speaking and writing skills, and connect to culture. Some of the activities (Readiness Check & Comprueba lo que sabes activities) are for preparation and they are not graded (only checked for completion). Other activities, such as the Apply, Pronunciacin, While Viewing, After Viewing and the Entrevistas video activities are graded and for most of them only two attempts are allowed. The highest grade of the two will be computed. Late assignments (i.e., after the Friday of the week they are due) will not be accepted, and missed assignments will result in a zero on the gradebook. In order to complete the MySpanishLab assignments, students need to follow the handout registration instructions posted in Blackboard (MySpanishLab Registration Instructions).
2. Exams (30%) There will be three online exams (Exam 1 for Chapters 0 and 1; Exam 2 for Chapter 2; and Exam 3 covering Chapter 3). All exams will test three learning skills (listening, reading and writing) and will cover vocabulary, grammar, culture, and short-essay questions related to topics covered in the assigned chapter(s). Exams 1 and 2 will be done on Blackboard within 1 hour between Saturday and Monday. The use of Respondus LockDown Browser, which must be downloaded and installed on your computer, and a webcam are required for these three exams. Instructions on how to download and use Respondus LockDown Browser can be found on the course schedule and in Blackboard. Prior to taking the first exam, students are recommended to take the sample quiz using Respondus LockDown Browser and Respondus Monitor (a webcam). A study guide and review activities will be provided for students prior to each exam. There will be no make-ups for missed exams. Exam 3 will be also done on Blackboard, on June 27 th . You will have two hours to complete this last online exam. Note: If you have experienced technical problems with Respondus LockDown Browser or Respondus Monitor while taking the practice quiz, you need to contact or go to the Collaborative Learning HUB in the Johnson Center, room 311 (Hours: Monday through Friday: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday: Closed. 703-993-3141 or e-mail club@gmu.edu). For other computer related issues you can contact ITU: https://itservices.gmu.edu/services/view-service.cfm?customel_dataPageID_4609=6129
3. Compositions (15%). Three graded written assignments will be collected via the Blackboard assignment tool. Each composition will be written in two stages: first draft (70%) and the final version (30%). These assignments will help students write more accurately and with fewer errors, and give them a sense of self-confidence with their writing skills. Students are allowed to use dictionaries, but they cannot look up for other information on the internet, use translation programs, copy from books/notes as they write their compositions, nor turn in work used for previous classes. The program SafeAssign (plagiarism prevention tool) will be used for submitted compositions. The compositions topics and due dates are specified on the course schedule. More details about these compositions as well as the rubric are posted in Blackboard. Late assignments will not be accepted, and missed assignments will result in a zero on the gradebook.
4. Reflection Essays on my Learning Blog (5%). For every chapter, students will write in Spanish the answers to a selection of questions (75 words not to exceed 100) reflecting on the content of the chapters, what they have learned, the errors they made in the online activities, oral projects, compositions, and exams when applicable. Students will explain why they made the errors and how they corrected them. Other reflections about the learning process are welcome. The purpose of this task is for students to reflect on their progress and to deepen the communication with the instructor. Details, including due dates, about this assignment can be found on the course schedule and in Blackboard. Late assignments will not be accepted, and missed assignments will result in a zero on the gradebook.
5. Kaltura Projects (20%). (webcam required). The purpose of this activity is to get to know each other better, and to practice oral communication skills in Spanish. The projects have two parts: Part A (50%): By Thursdays, students will be assigned a topic or a series of questions (see calendar & Blackboard) to answer using Kaltura on a Blackboard Discussion. Video-taped Presentations should be around 1-3 minutes long. Please initiate a thread with your name to write your post with the Kaltura video. Part B (50%): By Saturday, students should choose one classmate and watch his or her videocomments for that week. Using the Reply option on the discussion board, students will summarize in a Video what his or her classmate said, and will ask him or her a question. SPAN 101-A01: Elementary Spanish I Syllabus & Course Calendar Summer 2014. MCL, GMU Page 6
It is very important for the students to record their name and last name clearly, and avoid reading from a script. Participants should speak spontaneously as this is not a reading test, and points will be deducted if there is reading on the students part. Students should use as much of the learned vocabulary and grammar as possible. A grading rubric will be provided beforehand so students know what to expect. See course schedule for topics and due dates (More information to be found in Blackboard). Late assignments will not be accepted, and missed assignments will result in a zero on the gradebook. For technical information about how to use Kaltura check http://coursessupport.gmu.edu/coursetools.cfm?categoryname=Kaltura.
6. Interviews with the Professor (5%). Twice in the summer session, the instructor will be interviewing students individually via Blackboard Collaborate, Skype, or on campus (Aquia 329). The purpose of these interviews is to assess the students communicative skills in Spanish and discuss any issues of concern. Each interview will last approximately 10 minutes. See course schedule for dates and Blackboard's Interviews section for more details and rubric. SIGN UP FOR THE INTERVIEW ON THE GOOGLE DOC & DO NOT RESCHEDULE WITHOUT A 24 HOUR NOTICE.
Note: Informal meetings to discuss any issues that might come up over the course of the semester are strongly encouraged. The earlier students start working on problem areas, the easier they are to master. In the event that students encounter technical issues with Blackboard Collaborate, they should access: http://support.blackboardcollaborate.com/ics/support/default.asp?deptID=8336 Recent MacOS updates (10.8.4) may cause an issue launching Collaborate sessions or recordings. Mac users should access: http://support.blackboardcollaborate.com/ics/support/default.asp?deptID=8336 Guide and instructions for using Blackboard Collaborate: https://files.pbworks.com/download/NrZSl9oCOT/gmucollaborate/51844314/Collaborate_Student_Guide.pdf http://www.blackboard.com/getdoc/5dcff8d2-5fda-4181-aac6-184b4a2ed24c/Introducing-Blackboard-Collaborate-Web- Conferencin.aspx Guide and instructions for using Skype: https://support.skype.com/en/
PARTICIPATION AND COMMUNICATION Students are expected to participate in all online activities. Working 100% online requires dedicated efforts for the instructor and the students. Check your GMU email inbox and Blackboard on a daily basis for important updates, materials and announcements. I will rely on you to communicate any questions or problems that might arise. George Mason University is committed to providing equal opportunity and an educational and work environment free from any discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or age. Mutual respect and civility of others will be considered an essential component of students participation in this class. STUDENT EXPECTATIONS
Academic Integrity Students must be responsible for their own work, and students and faculty must take on the responsibility of dealing explicitly with violations. The tenet must be a foundation of our university culture. [See http://academicintegrity.gmu.edu/distance].
Honor Code Students must adhere to the guidelines of the George Mason University Honor Code [See http://oai.gmu.edu/the-mason-honor- code/].
MasonLive/Email (GMU Email) Students are responsible for the content of university communications sent to their George Mason University email account and are required to activate their account and check it regularly. All communication from the university, college, school, and program will be sent to students solely through their Mason email account. [See https://masonlivelogin.gmu.edu/login].
Patriot Pass SPAN 101-A01: Elementary Spanish I Syllabus & Course Calendar Summer 2014. MCL, GMU Page 7 Once you sign up for your Patriot Pass, your passwords will be synchronized, and you will use your Patriot Pass username and password to log in to the following systems: Blackboard, University Libraries, MasonLive, myMason, Patriot Web, Virtual Computing Lab, and WEMS. [See https://password.gmu.edu/index.jsp].
University Policies Students must follow the university policies. [See http://universitypolicy.gmu.edu and http://catalog.gmu.edu].
Responsible Use of Computing Students must follow the university policy for Responsible Use of Computing. [See http://universitypolicy.gmu.edu/policies/responsible-use-of-computing/].
University Calendar Check the GMU calendar at http://registrar.gmu.edu/calendars/.
Students with Disabilities Students with disabilities who seek accommodations in a course must be registered with the George Mason University Office of Disability Services (ODS) and inform their instructor, in writing, at the beginning of the semester [See http://ods.gmu.edu].
STUDENT SERVICES
University Libraries University Libraries provides resources for distance students. [See http://library.gmu.edu/distance].
Writing Center The George Mason University Writing Center staff provides a variety of resources and services (e.g., tutoring, workshops, writing guides, handbooks) intended to support students as they work to construct and share knowledge through writing. [See http://writingcenter.gmu.edu]. You can now sign up for an Online Writing Lab (OWL) session just like you sign up for a face-to- face session in the Writing Center, which means YOU set the date and time of the appointment! Learn more about the Online Writing Lab (OWL) (found under Online Tutoring).
Counseling and Psychological Services The George Mason University Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) staff consists of professional counseling and clinical psychologists, social workers, and counselors who offer a wide range of services (e.g., individual and group counseling, workshops and outreach programs) to enhance students' personal experience and academic performance [See http://caps.gmu.edu].
Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 (FERPA), also known as the "Buckley Amendment," is a federal law that gives protection to student educational records and provides students with certain rights. [See http://registrar.gmu.edu/privacy]. IMPORTANT DATES (The following dates are for courses that meet during Session A (5/19 6/27) only) Last Day to Add/Last Day to Drop (No Tuition Liability): Wednesday, May 21 Last Day to Drop (50% Tuition Liability): Friday, May 23 Selective Withdrawal Period*: 5/24 5/30
*The selective withdrawal period applies to undergraduate degree-seeking students only. See the University catalog for details. Note: It is the student's responsibility to speak to the instructor in advance should their religious observances impact their participation in class activities and assignments. A Calendar of religious holidays and observations can be found on the University Life website: http://ulife.gmu.edu/calendar/religious-holiday-calendar/
SPAN 101-A01: Elementary Spanish I Syllabus & Course Calendar Summer 2014. MCL, GMU Page 8 SPAN101- A01 Summer 2014 WEEKLY COURSE SCHEDULE (Updates or minor changes will be emailed, twitted, and posted in Blackboard)
WEEK 0: Before May 19 th
Read complete syllabus and make sure you meet the technical requirements for the course. Read Strategies for Online Learning Success @ http://masononline.gmu.edu/success/ Navigate the Blackboard course page (http://mymasonportal.gmu.edu/) & create your profile (Tutorial on how to create a profile in Blackboard: http://ondemand.blackboard.com/r91/movies/bb91_myblackboard_profiles.htm) Take the online Orientation Quiz about the syllabus. (Available at Week 0-Getting Started) Take the Preliminary Course Survey (Available at Week 0-Getting Started) Sign in and Register on MySpanishLab through Blackboard following the guidelines available in Blackboard (MySpanishLab content area). MySpanishLab Technical Support: 800-677-6337 Tune-up your browser to be able to use all the MySpanishLabs features: http://browsertuneup.pearsoncmg.com/pegasus/world_languages/index.html View MySpanishLab Take a Tour tutorial video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bcO1_FqESaA&feature=youtu.be and check MySpanishLab User Guide to become familiar with the different features: http://media.pearsoncmg.com/alt/pegasus/ml_shared_assets/student_guide/student_user_guide2_5.html Go to Oral Project and record an introduction on the discussion forum using Kaltura about yourself. Professor will also upload her own introduction on a discussion thread. You can find more information about how to use Kaltura at http://coursessupport.gmu.edu/coursetools.cfm?categoryname=Kaltura WEEK 1: May 19-May 25 Captulo Preliminar: Bienvenidos a Unidos Last Day to Add/Last Day to Drop (No Tuition Liability): Wednesday, May 21 Last Day to Drop (50% Tuition Liability): Friday, May 23 Objectives MySpanishLab: Vocabulary, Grammar & Culture virtual instruction & practice (Due by M, W & F) Compositions & Learning Blog (Due by Saturdays and Sundays in Blackboard)
Kaltura oral projects (Due by Thursdays & Saturdays) Interviews with Professor (Sign up in Google Doc) Exams (Time frame for exams 1 & 2 from Saturday 8:00AM to Monday 8PM. 1 hour in one sitting) Introduce yourself, great others, and say goodbye
Identify people and classroom objects
Identify learning and teaching expressions
Spell names and addresses
Dates, time and weather Monday: 1. Listen & read assigned Vocabulary Interactive Presentations 2. Watch all assigned Vocabulary Tutorials. 3. Complete assigned Pronunciacin activities. (Due by 5/19) Wednesday: 4. Listen & read assigned Vocabulary and Grammar Interactive Presentations Composition #1 Part A (70%): Presentaciones Write a 75-word composition about you: -Cmo te llamas, dnde vives, cul es tu nmero de telfono. Cmo es el tiempo en donde vives. Use the present tense.
See detailed guidelines and rubric in Blackboards Composition tab. Upload composition in Blackboard (Due by Saturday, 5/24) Kaltura project #1: Complete Part A (50%, R): Questions: 1. Cmo te llamas? Cmo se llama tu profesora de espaol? Cmo se llama tu mejor amigo/a? Qu objetos tienes en tu mesa de trabajo (desk)? Qu tiempo hace hoy? (Due by Thursday 5/23) Complete Part B (50%) of Kaltura project #1: Select a classmate and upload a video as a reply to his or her post summarizing what he or Visit the following site to download Respondus LockDown Browser: http://coursessupport.gmu.ed u/Students/index.cfm?audien cename=Students&categoryn ame=Bb%20Assessments&dat name=Respondus%20Monitor %20and%20Lockdown%20Bro wser&single=yes Respondus LockDown SPAN 101-A01: Elementary Spanish I Syllabus & Course Calendar Summer 2014. MCL, GMU Page 9
5. Watch all Vocabulary Tutorials. 6. Complete assigned Apply activities. (Due by 5/21) Friday: 7. Listen & read assigned Grammar Interactive Presentations 8. Watch all assigned Tutorials. 9. Complete assigned Apply activities. (Due by 5/23) she said. Ask him or her a question. (Due by Saturday 5/24)
Browser System Requirements: http://www.respondus.com/p roducts/lockdown- browser/requirements.shtml
In Blackboard, do the sample quiz using Respondus LockDown Browser and a webcam. (This quiz will not be graded, but must be done to make sure Respondus LockDown Browser has been properly installed and function). WEEK 2: May 26 June 1 Captulo 1: Qu estudias? Objectives MySpanishLab: Vocabulary, Grammar & Culture virtual instruction & practice (Due by M, W & F) Compositions & Learning Blog (Due by Saturdays and Sundays in Blackboard)
Kaltura oral projects (Due by Thursdays & Saturdays) Interviews with Professor (Sign up in Google Doc) Exams (Time frame for exams 1 & 2 from Saturday 8:00AM to Monday 8PM. 1 hour in one sitting) Talk about studies, campus and university life Describe daily routines and activities Specify gender and number Express location and states of being Ask and answer questions Compare the educational system of Spain and the US.
Monday: 1. Complete Readiness Check 01 before studying the grammar & doing the grammar activities. (Due by 5/26). These exercises will test your understanding of the English grammar related to the Spanish grammar concepts in the chapters. The Readiness activities are not graded, but will be checked for completion. Tutorial on how to use Readiness Checks:http://www.youtube.com /watch?v=QvoUZuXKGiU
2. Listen, read & do all assigned Grammar, Vocabulary and Practice activities (Due by 5/26)
Composition #1 Part B (30%): Presentaciones. Upload in Blackboard revised version of composition # 1. (Due by Saturday, 5/31)
Learning Blog #1 (Chapter Preliminar & Chapter 1) In Blackboard write a 75-100-word blog in Spanish or English on chapters Preliminar and 1 in which you reflect on what you have learned so far, what sections and/or exercises you liked / disliked, which ones were difficult for you, what mistakes you made and what you have learned from them, how confident you feel understanding the readings and videos, whether or not you feel Interview #1 with Professor: Access Blackboards Interviews tab for more details and do not forget to sign up on the Google doc. DO NOT RESCHEDULE WITHOUT A 24 HOUR NOTICE The questions will be similar to the following ones although not exactly the same: 1. Cmo te llamas? 2. Dnde vives? 3. Qu haces en un da normal? 4. Qu estudias? 5. Es fcil aprender la cultura, el vocabulario y la gramtica en MySpanishLab? 6. En general, qu piensas de la tarea para este curso? 7. Tienes Respondus LockDown Browser en tu computadora? El Review for exam #1 by completing: MySpanishLab practice activities from Cap. Preliminar & 1 Comprueba lo que sabes! folder: -Cap.01 Vocabulario -Amplifire Study Modules 01: Vocabulario en contexto & Gramtica en contexto -Flashcards 01 -Games: 01-01, 01-02, 01-03 -Practice Test 01 with Study Plan Note: These activities that are assigned for Sunday, June 1st, are not graded, but should be completed for practice. SEE STUDY GUIDE IN BLACKBOARD FOR MORE SPAN 101-A01: Elementary Spanish I Syllabus & Course Calendar Summer 2014. MCL, GMU Page 10 Wednesday: Listen, read & do all assigned Grammar, Vocabulary and Practice activities (Due by 5/28) Friday: Listen, read & do all assigned Grammar, Vocabulary and Practice activities and Enfoque Cultural. (Due by 5/30)
that you can successfully communicate your ideas, in what you need more practice, what you need to do to improve, etc. Include any questions or concerns you have. (Due by Sunday, 6/1)
webcam de tu computadora funciona bien? 8. Tienes alguna pregunta sobre este curso, sobre el material que ests estudiando o el examen?
DETAILS ABOUT THIS EXAM. -Do exam #1 in Blackboard by Monday, June 2, 8 pm (1 hour). Respondus LockDown Browser and a webcam must be used in order to complete this exam. WEEK 3: June 2 June 8 Captulo 2: Quines son tus amigos? Objectives MySpanishLab: Vocabulary, Grammar & Culture virtual instruction & practice (Due by M, W & F) Compositions & Learning Blog (Due by Saturdays and Sundays in Blackboard)
Kaltura oral projects (Due by Thursdays & Saturdays) Interviews with Professor (Sign up in Google Doc) Exams (Time frame for exams 1 & 2 from Saturday 8:00AM to Monday 8PM. 1 hour in one sitting) Present information about Hispanic influences on the US.
Describe people, places, and things.
Express origin and possession.
Monday: 1. Complete Readiness Check 02 before studying the grammar & completing the grammar activities. (Due by 6/2). The Readiness activities are not graded, but will be checked for completion. 2. Cultura en lnea: Vistas culturales Interactive Globe: Los hispanos en EEUU 1. Read Introduction. 2. View all sections of the videos 3. Complete assigned activities & Video Comprehension Check. (Due by 6/2)
Wednesday: Listen, read & do all assigned Grammar, Vocabulary and Practice activities (Due by 6/4)
Friday: Listen, read & do all assigned Grammar, Vocabulary and Practice activities. (Due by Composition #2 Part A. Topic: La amistad. Describe a un amigo/a tuyo/a. Escribe cmo es, qu estudia, dnde est, que le gusta hacer, etc. (Due by Saturday, 6/7) KALTURA PROJECT #2: COMPLETE PART A (50%, R): QUESTIONS: 1. Habla sobre lo que te gusta hacer y sobre lo que no te gusta hacer. Habla sobre lo que le gusta hacer a tu mejor amigo o amiga (Due by Thursday 6/5) Complete Part B (50%) of Kaltura project #2: Select a classmate and upload a video as a reply to his or her post summarizing what he or she said. Ask him or her a question. (Due by Saturday 6/7)
Exam #1 must be completed in Blackboard by Monday, June 2 nd 8PM (1 hour). Respondus LockDown Browser and a webcam must be used in order to complete this exam.
WEEK 4: June 9 June 15 Captulo 2: Quines son tus amigos? Objectives MySpanishLab: Vocabulary, Grammar & Culture virtual instruction & practice (Due by M, W & F) Compositions & Learning Blog (Due by Saturdays and Sundays in Blackboard)
Kaltura oral projects (Due by Thursdays & Saturdays) Interviews with Professor (Sign up in Google Doc) Exams (Time frame for exams 1 & 2 from Saturday 8:00AM to Monday 8PM. 1 hour in one sitting) Understand the forms and uses of ser
Distinguish meaning when ser and estar are used with adjectives.
Use possessive adjectives to express ownership
Discuss likes and dislikes using the verb gustar
Monday: Listen, read & do all assigned Grammar, Vocabulary and Practice activities (Due by 6/9)
Wednesday: Listen, read & do all assigned Grammar, Vocabulary and Practice activities (Due by 6/11)
Friday: Listen, read & do all assigned Grammar, Vocabulary and Practice activities (Due by 6/13)
Composition #2 Part B: La amistad. Upload in Blackboard revised version of composition # 2. (Due by Saturday, 6/14)
Learning Blog #2 (Chapter 2) In Blackboard write 150-200-word blog in Spanish or English on the errors you made in MySpanishLab, the oral activities, and the exam. Explain why you made the errors and how you corrected them. Reflect about your learning process: Explain your daily study routine, what you need to improve, what difficulties you are having with the course material, etc. Do you feel you have progressed since your last blog? Do you have any questions or concerns? (Due by Sunday, 6/15)
Review for exam #2 by completing: MySpanishLab practice activities from Cap. 02 Comprueba lo que sabes! folder: -Cap.02 Vocabulario -Amplifire Study Modules 02: Vocabulario en contexto & Gramtica en contexto -Flashcards 02 -Games: 02-01, 02-02, 02-03 -Practice Test 05 with Study Plan Note: These activities that are assigned for Sunday, June 15th, are not graded, but should be completed for practice. See Study Guide in Blackboard for more details about this exam. -Do exam #2 in Blackboard by Monday, June 16 th , 8PM (1 hour). Respondus LockDown Browser and a webcam must be used in order to complete this exam. WEEK 5: June 16 June 22 Captulo 3: Qu hacen para divertirse? Objectives MySpanishLab: Vocabulary, Grammar & Culture virtual instruction & practice (Due by M, W & F) Compositions & Learning Blog (Due by Saturdays and Sundays in Blackboard)
Kaltura oral projects (Due by Thursdays & Saturdays) Interviews with Professor (Sign up in Google Doc) Exams (Time frame for exams 1 & 2 from Saturday 8:00AM to Monday 8PM. 1 hour in one sitting) SPAN 101-A01: Elementary Spanish I Syllabus & Course Calendar Summer 2014. MCL, GMU Page 12 Describe leisure activities and plans
Describe places to visit in Peru, Bolivia, and Paraguay
Describe food
Plan daily activities
Monday: 1. Complete Readiness Check 03 before studying the grammar. (Due by 6/16). The Readiness activities are not graded, but will be checked for completion. 2. Cultura en lnea: Vistas culturales Interactive Globe: 1. Read Introduction 2. View all sections of the video 3. Complete assigned activities and Video Comprehension Check. (Due by 6/16)
Wednesday Listen, read & do all assigned Grammar, Vocabulary and Practice activities (Due by 6/16)
Friday Listen, read & do all assigned Grammar, Vocabulary and Practice activities (Due by 6/20)
Composition #3 Part A. Topic: "El mundo hispano", to be submitted on Blackboard. Using all the vocabulary and grammar studied so far, write a composition about one of the Spanish-speaking countries we have seen in this course. Imagine you would like to visit that country. Explain why and describe what you would see there. (Due by Saturday, 6/21)
Learning Blog #3 (Part of chapter 3 and overall course experience) Write a 150-200-word blog in which you reflect on what you have learned so far in chapter 6, your strengths and weaknesses in this course, what you enjoyed most or did not like much. Also give your overall impression of this course and mention if you are considering enrolling in another Spanish course and if you would choose the online environment again. Include any other comments pertaining to this online course. (Due by Sunday 6/22) Kaltura project #3: Complete Part A (50%, TRF): Questions: 1. Describe tu lugar favorito de los EE.UU. y tu lugar favorito de Latinoamrica. Elige una foto de un paisaje y descrbelo a tus compaeros. No les digas dnde es. (Due by Thursday 6/19) Complete Part B (40%) of Kaltura project #3: Select a classmate and upload a video as a reply to his or her post summarizing what he or she said. Ask him or her a question. (Due by Saturday 6/21)
Exam #2 must be completed in Blackboard by Monday, July 28th (1 hour). Respondus LockDown Browser and a webcam must be used in order to complete this exam.
WEEK 6: June 23- June 27 Captulo 3: Qu hacen para divertirse? Objectives MySpanishLab: Vocabulary, Grammar & Culture virtual instruction & practice (Due by M, W & F) Compositions & Learning Blog (Due by Saturdays and Sundays in Blackboard)
Kaltura oral projects (Due by Thursdays & Saturdays) Interviews with Professor (Sign up in Google Doc) Exams (Time frame for exams 1 & 2 from Saturday 8:00AM to Monday 8PM. 1 hour in one sitting)
Identify prices and dates
State what and whom you know
Monday: Listen, read & do all assigned Grammar, Vocabulary and Practice activities. (Due by 6/23)
Grammar Interactive Learning Wednesday: Listen, read & do all Composition #3 Part B: El mundo hispano. Upload in Blackboard revised version of composition # 3. (Due by Friday, 6/27 )
Access Blackboards Interviews tab for more details and do not forget to sign up on the Google doc. The questions will be similar to the following ones although not exactly the same: 1.Cmo ests al final del curso? Review for exam #3 by completing: MySpanishLab practice activities from Cap. 03 Comprueba lo que sabes! folder: -Cap.03 Vocabulario -Amplifire Study Modules 03: SPAN 101-A01: Elementary Spanish I Syllabus & Course Calendar Summer 2014. MCL, GMU Page 13 assigned Grammar, Vocabulary and Practice activities. (Due by 6/25)
2. Qu es te gusta ms del curso? Explica. 3. Qu te gusta menos del curso? Por qu? 4. Cul es tu rutina de estudio? 5. Cmo son tus compaeros? 6. Cmo es la profesora? 7. Tienes alguna sugerencia para la profesora? 8. One of the topics presented and discussed in chapters preliminar-3 will also be included.
Vocabulario en contexto & Gramtica en contexto -Flashcards 03 -Games: 03-01, 03-02, 03-03 -Practice Test 03 with Study Plan Note: These activities that are assigned for June 27 th , are not graded, but should be completed for practice. See Study Guide in Blackboard for more details about this exam. -Do exam #3 in Blackboard by Friday, June 27 th , any time from 4:00AM to 8:00PM (2 hours). Respondus LockDown Browser and a webcam must be used in order to complete this exam.