SPA 254 Spanish Immersion

Prerequisite: SPA 112 and instructors permission
6 credits

This is an intensive Spanish study abroad course designed to enrich participants understanding of the language trough the study of the host countrys history and civilization. Participants will be immersed in the language, improving their linguistic and communicative skills, and deepening their knowledge of the host country. It is designed for participants who have at least an intermediate Spanish level. Additional immersion in language and culture, after class workshops, language exchange, social activities and guided excursions are designed to provide ample opportunity to use Spanish and be a part of a comprehensive learning experience. The overall aim of the program is to instill the linguistic, practical, and cultural aspects of the language. There is also a Service Learning Project as part of this course.