World Languages and Cultures Program
Spanish Learning Outcomes
- Students will analyze the literary and linguistic elements of the Spanish language to acquire critical reading and writing skills that will enable them to speak fluently and engage meaningfully with Spanish text.
- Students will actively engage in the study of Hispanic cultures informed by interest in other fields such as history, government, sociology, economics, medicine, and law.
- Students will synthesize and advance their academic knowledge of other disciplines by presenting information, concepts, and ideas in Spanish to targeted audiences on a variety of topics.
- Students will employ effective communication strategies to become culturally and linguistically capable leaders at the local, national, and global levels to promote ethical solutions to complex problems facing society.
Requirements for the Major
A minimum of 30 credits in Spanish beyond SPAN 130, including:
Item #
Title
Credits
2
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4
Sub-Total Credits
28
Additional requirements include two courses from:
Item #
Title
Credits
Sub-Total Credits
6
Students in the Spanish major are strongly encouraged to consider a semester study abroad or one/two short term study abroad experiences in a country where Spanish is spoken. This experience will enhance the student’s proficiency in the Spanish language and Hispanic cultures. Bethany College maintains a program at the University of Navarra in Pamplona, Spain. Additionally, the major advisor will work closely with students who plan to study abroad to ensure transfer equivalencies for courses taken at other institutions.
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