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Seville, Spain
The Summer program comprises two 3 1/2 week terms offering an intensive
academic experience with a rich cultural component. Students live in
Spanish homes and participate in a full array of study tours, cultural
events, and social activities. An oral and written Spanish language
placement test is given during orientation each to enable students to
work at his or her level of proficiency. The Director uses this test in
conjunction with the student's previous experience to advise which
course best suits their individual needs.
PROGRAM INFORMATION
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Elementary, Intermediate and Advanced level courses available
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Classes meet Monday through Friday for a total of 60 contact hours
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Average class size: 10-12
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4-6 credits per term
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Graduate credit is available for certain courses; contact the U.S. office for further details.
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Prerequisite for Elementary Courses:
There is no requirement for 101S; for 102S the prerequisite is the
completion of the first semester of elementary Spanish at the college
level, or the equivalent.
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Prerequisite for Intermediate Courses:
Two semesters or the completion of elementary college-level Spanish or the equivalent
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Prerequisite for Advanced courses:
4 semesters or the completion of intermediate college-level Spanish or the equivalent
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3.0 GPA in Spanish coursework required
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Some courses may have additional prerequisites
EDUCATION COURSES
During Summer Term 1, Spanish Studies offers The Psychology of Learning a Second Language, taught
in English by the esteemed educational scholar and psychologist, Dr.
Frank Castrillón. In this course students acquire tools to identify the
psychological aspects that facilitate and sometimes impede the learning
of a foreign language. Graduate credit is available for this course (see Graduate Credit Options for details). Students who enroll in this course are encouraged to apply for the Practicum in Education.
The Practicum in Education,
offered during Summer Term 2, is an educational internship in
which students earn 4 semester credits and acquire hands-on teaching
experience. Students work as Teacher’s Assistants and teach English
to Spanish children aged 4 to 12 enrolled the Playschool program at the
Center. Former or current Spanish Studies students, as well as those applying to a
Summer Term are eligible to apply for the Practicum.
Also, during Summer Term 2, Spanish Studies offers a summer course
specifically designed for teachers of Spanish as a second language and
university students preparing to teach, called "Seminar for Teachers of Spanish: Culture in the Classroom."
In this course, students focus on creating methods and materials to
develop communicative competence in their students and introduce the
linguistic and socio-cultural aspects of Spanish to their classroom.
Graduate credit is available for this course (see Graduate Credit Options for details).
HEALTH AND BUSINESS COURSES
During Summer Term 1, Spanish Studies offers two professional development courses in business and health:
INTERNSHIPS
In addition to summer study options, students may also participate in an
8-week internship or service learning program during a summer in
Alicante. Please visit our Summer Internships and Service Learning pages for more information on this unique opportunity.
Courses
All courses (with the exception of The Psychology of Learning a Second Language) are taught in Spanish by highly qualified Spanish university
professors with extensive experience in teaching American students.
Accommodation
All students live with local host families.
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