Adaptability
—Exhibit flexibility and receptivity to changing technologies, methods, processes, work environments,organizational structures and management practices.
General Education Core Competencies
The following core academic competencies are considered essential for student success and are cov ered in the GTCCcurriculum.
Computer literacy
—Students will demonstrate proficiency in the use of computer technology for acquiring, interpreting, processing, synthesizing and communicating information to be utilized in making decisions and solving proble ms.
Mathematics
—Students will use appropriate mathematical skills to gather, record, analyze, and communicate quantitative datafor the purpose of problem solving.
Oral Communication
—Students will deliver information in a clear and effective manner, demonstrate effective listening skillsin communicating with others, target the information presented to the audience’s needs, and use media to support presentations.
Reading
—Students will apply critical reading strategies to evaluate, interpret, and analyze non-fiction, academic, or professional readings.
Research
—Students will use appropriate research techniques to summarize, paraphrase, interpret, and synthesize informationfrom primary and secondary sources using standard research style.
Writing
—Students will produce unified, coherent, well-developed written communication using standard written English.
Student Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:1. Explore the role of important social institutions within the target culture or cultures.2. Evaluate superficial stereotypes of the target culture or cultures.3. Communicate information on familiar topics in the target language.4. Communicate using language that conveys present, preterit, imperfect, and future.5. Participate in discussion about familiar topics.6. Use the target language to accomplish everyday tasks.7. Address everyday problems by asking pertinent, contextually-appropriate questions and making suggestions.8. Respond to native or near-native speech in familiar situations and on familiar topics.9. Read for comprehension authentic written materials on familiar topics.10. Extract information from authentic documents to determine style, tone, purpose and audience.
Textbook
Arriba! Comunicación y cultura (Custom Package)
Supplies
In addition to a computer, internet access, a browser and all online text material, you will need a microphone and speakers foryour computer. This course requires that you have the following browser, network connection, plug-ins, software, patches.Please take the time to download the following software, if you do not have it installed already.
Browser
: The latest Internet Explorer (IE) version 6.x • or later. For best viewing, the latest version of IE is recommended.
Network Connection
: A hi-speed connection (cable or DSL) is • highly recommended for optimal use. Although Dial-Upconnections are supported, you may experience delays or problems when taking examinations or doing yourassignments.
Plug-ins
: You must have the latest versions of • Adobe Acrobat Reader, JAVA, Macromedia Flash Player and Shockwave Player.Software: Microsoft Word or compatible, Microsoft Paint or • compatible. You will be given access to online material throughMoodle, and tutorials for this class. This will allow you to study and submit coursework via the Internet.It is very important that you submit all material (exams, quizzes, presentations, and homework) by the due-date, as access toeach particular task will be denied after the due date.
Grading Policy
Grading Scale
GradeRequirement
A 94 – 100B86 – 93C78 – 85D70 – 77F69 & below
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