Spanish
Faculty
V. Cano, E. Hastings, P. Krummrich, J. Secor, I. Zavala-Garrett
Program Competencies
Students will demonstrate:
- Proficiency in the four skills (listening, reading, speaking, and writing).
- A firm command of Spanish grammatical structures.
- Familiarity with significant aspects of the culture and civilization of the Hispanic world.
- Familiarity with the most important works and trends of Spanish and Spanish American literature and, especially, an ability to analyze Hispanic literary passages.
Additional Competencies for Teacher Education students
Students seeking certification in Spanish are expected to possess those competencies determined by the TEP.
Assessment Procedures
Exit proficiency exams
The Spanish curriculum at MSU teaches the language and the literature of the Hispanic world, whereby students will perceive areas of thought and action different from their own. More specifically, it surveys Hispanic civilization through its history, geography, and fine arts, as well as political and social institutions. For students interested in international business, the curriculum offers the opportunity to acquire proficiency in Spanish for business and commerce.
Students may receive full credit at MSU for courses taken in summer, semester, and year study abroad programs, including those administered by the Kentucky Institute of International Studies (KIIS). Summer study opportunities are offered in Argentina, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Mexico and Spain. Two semester programs are also available: one for the fall semester in Morelia, Mexico, and one for the spring semester in Segovia, Spain. Participation is strongly encouraged.
The Spanish program prepares students to enter areas of teaching, interpretation, and translation. Further, the study of Spanish aids students seeking employment in areas where knowledge of a second language is beneficial — business and commerce, tourism, social services, and the like.
Note: SPA 300 — Grammar and Composition, is a prerequisite for all other 300-and-above numbered courses except SPA 305 — Conversation.
Bachelor of Arts
General Education Requirements |
48 |
See general education requirements for the University.
Major
Basic Language |
15 |
SPA 101 — Spanish Language and Culture I |
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SPA 102 — Spanish Language and Culture II |
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SPA 201 — Intermediate Spanish I |
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SPA 202 — Intermediate Spanish II |
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SPA 208 — Spanish Phonetics and Pronunciation |
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Advanced Language |
15 |
SPA 300 — Grammar and Composition |
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6 hours of Hispanic Literature Electives |
6 |
Approved 300-400 level electives |
6 |
Total |
30 |
Teaching (P-12)
Teaching majors must choose FRN/SPA 405 — Linguistics and Language Teaching (6 credit hours) in addition to the 30 semester hours of work specified above (36 hours total).
In addition to the 30 or 36 hours listed above, the teaching and nonteaching majors must complete SPA 499C — Senior Seminar in Spanish (three semester hours) and take the Departmental Spanish Exit Exam. SPA 306 — Latin American Culture and Civilization and/or SPA 304 — Spanish Culture and Civilization are recommended for students who will take the PRAXIS II Exam. All students are encouraged to participate in study abroad programs, especially those sponsored by the Kentucky Institute for International Studies. Please note that the number of hours indicated for the major is a minimum requirement. Students may need to take additional course work to achieve the proper level of competency in the language.