Elementary Spanish I
SPAN 201 is the first course in the FHIS Department’s Elementary Spanish language sequence. Students enrolled will demonstrate their ability to read, write, listen to, and discuss context-specific cultural topics such as migration, finances and work, health, the environment, and art. Students will also learn how to narrate past events with more precision and personalized commentary; use commands; give recommendations; express wishes, feelings and doubts in real and hypothetical situations. This course will include literary and cultural readings, brief videos and podcasts to broaden students’ understanding of intercultural topics related to the Spanish-speaking world. Course learning goals and assignments aim to build toward more advanced language and literature courses in our program. Students may speak to an advisor to learn more about our comprehensive programs or read more about our programs here.
The design and structure of this course are founded on adaptive and inclusive principles of teaching and learning that consider the interests and needs of all learners and strive toward greater personalization of learning, flexibility and accessibility for all students, including students with disabilities.
Language of instruction: Spanish
Recommended pre-requisites: one of SPAN 102, SPAN 103, SPAN 11
Notes: Credit will be granted for either SPAN 203 or both SPAN 201, SPAN 202
Quizzes and Exams:
•Midterm Quizzes (2@10% each) (20%)
•Final Exam (25%)
Assignments:
•Weekly Experiencias Supersite Learning Activities (10%)
•Skill-focused Practice (in and out of class) (20%)
•Small-group Oral Interview (10%)
Active in-class participation and oral proficiency (15%)
Total = 100%
Experiencias Intermediate Spanish, eTextbook (2nd Edition) and SuperSite Plus, Defrancesco, Thompson, Brown, and Barton (Vista Higher Learning, 2025)
Where do you purchase it? The Exploraciones eTextbook and MindTap are available for purchase through the UBC Bookstore’s website.
Please note your eTextbook + Supersite Plus code are valid for both SPAN 201 and SPAN 202 when you purchase the 12-month access.
Experiencias Intermediate Spanish, eTextbook (2nd Edition). Vista Higher Learning (2025).