ROSP 10102 Forteza

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University of Notre Dame
Department of Romance Languages and Literatures
Fall 2012
ROSP 10102 – Beginning Spanish II (MWRF)
Instructor: Deborah Forteza
Office hours: CSLC (DeBartolo 329) – Mon 1-3pm; Wed 11:30am-12:30pm or by appointment
Contact information: dforteza@nd.edu
Materials: Nexos (3rd Edition) with iLrn access (purchased bundled together). ISBN:9781133292562.
Used texts are permitted but must be 3rd
edition and will require purchase the iLrn access code separately
online. Do not purchase a used code, even if you have the previous user’s login information. The access
code is non-transferable and you will not be able to use it. The code is available at Cengagebrain.com,
ISBN: 9781133433828
Course description:
ROSP 10102 is an elementary, second semester Spanish course, and a continuation of ROSP
10101. Listening, speaking, reading, and writing will be taught in cultural contexts.
Learning goals:
Provided that they maintain a diligent work ethic and show dedicated commitment to the course
and all of its components, students of this level may look forward to achieving the following
goals by the end of the semester:
Listening: I will be able to understand phrases and high frequency vocabulary related to areas of
immediate personal relevance (e.g. basic personal and family information, shopping, local area,
employment) and identify the main points of simple descriptions, narrations, messages, and
announcements.
Reading: I will be able to read texts that consist mainly of high frequency everyday language;
understand the description of events, feelings, and wishes in personal communications; and
understand, with some guidance, selected poems and shorter literary prose.
Speaking: I will be able to communicate in routine situations requiring a simple and direct
exchange of information on familiar topics and activities. I will be able to engage in short social
exchanges; and describe, in simple terms, my family and other people, living conditions,
educational background, present and past experiences as well as future plans.
Writing: I will write formally and informally on a range of topics. There will be assigned compositions as
listed in this syllabus totaling two to four pages over the course of the semester. In addition, I will
regularly practice writing through homework, online modules, class activities, and other impromptu writing
activities. Throughout the semester, I will develop and improve my ability to generate short paragraphs
using a variety of verb forms and other grammatical features. I may write letters, emails, recipes,
reflections, dialogues, skits, inquiries, and other short, simple communications that are based on personal
preferences, daily routines, common events and other topics related to personal experiences and immediate
surroundings.
Culture: I will further develop my understanding of the relationship between language and
culture. I will be able to identify characteristics, events and places of importance in the target
language culture. I will be able to identify similarities and differences between home and target
cultures, and give examples of one culture influencing another.
Reflectivity: I will be able to reflect, in English and, to a limited extent, in the target language, on
personal experiences while learning a new language. I will be able to identify my personal
learning style and recognize how this can be used to enhance my language-learning experience.
Course Components:
Tests – all tests are cumulative. That is, each test will include all the material covered to that date.
The tests will include only writing activities (no listening exercises).
Quizzes – there will be a quiz for every other chapter that includes listening exercises, reading
comprehension, et al.

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Compositions – there are 5 compositions this semester. Each composition will have a unique topic
and grading rubric.
Homework – the majority of homework assignments will be completed using the Heinle-Nexos
iLrn online learning center. Most online assignments will be due by 11:59 PM on the submission
date, primarily Sundays, Tuesdays and Thursdays. Exercises due the night before a test will be for
practice only. The night before a quiz, however, the homework will be for a grade.
Pronunciation assessment – there are 2 assessments of pronunciation this semester. Pronunciation
development will be specifically targeted using online exercises (homework) and with in-class
exercises.
Conversation assessment – there are 2 assessments of conversation this semester. In pairs, students
will spend several minutes speaking with their instructor about a topic from a pre-assigned list.
Participation – active participation is obligatory during each class period.
The Tutoring/Writing Program in the CSLC
The Tutoring/Writing Program in the CSLC has helped undergraduate students of French, Italian,
and Spanish to improve their language skills. You are encouraged to schedule an appointment with
a tutors. Tutors will work with you on grammar rules and pronunciation. After each appointment,
your instructor will be given a summary report of the session. Schedule an appointment well in
advance. http://cslc.nd.edu/request-and-reservation-forms
Attendance:
Daily attendance is essential and obligatory. Two tardies for class equal an unexcused absence.
The College of Arts and Letters allows a maximum of THREE (3) UNEXCUSED ABSENCES
per semester. With a 4th
unexcused absence, the final grade may be lowered. A notification of
excessive absence form will be sent to you and your Dean. A 5th
unexcused absence may result in
failure of the course, depending on circumstances and in consultation with the Spanish Language
Coordinator and the Dean's office. No late work or make-up work will be considered without
written documentation for your absence. (I.e., a doctor’s note or a letter from the Dean of your
college.)
Timely submission of work
All assignments must be submitted on time. No late work will be accepted. You must use the
submission method communicated by your instructor.
Make up exams:
Students may make up a test or exam they miss due to an excused absence. They must inform the
instructor within 1 day of the exam as to the reason for their absence, and at that time arrange a
time to make up the exam. If the student misses a text or exam due to an unexcused absence, then
the instructor may at his/her discretion determine an appropriate form of action and penalty. This
could range from the student not being allowed to take a make-up exam to making up the exam
but having the grade lowered by a minimum of one-third of a letter grade. Travel plans around
Midterm break, Holidays and the end of the semester (exam week) are not considered an
excuse for missing a test or exam. Consult your syllabus for test and exam dates and make your
travel plans around these dates.
Grades
Tests 25%
Quizzes 10%
Compositions 10%
Online homework 10%
Pronunciation tests 5%
Conversation tests 5%
Participation 15%
Final exam 20%
Romance Language Departmental Grading scale:
96-100 = A, 90-95= A-, 87-89 = B+, 84-86 = B, 80-83= B-, 77-79 = C+, 74-76 =
C, 70-73 = C-, 60-69 = D
below 60 = F

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Changes to syllabus:
With the exception of the final exam date, the instructor reserves the right to make changes in the
daily syllabus as needed. It is the student's responsibility to contact the instructor to determine
if any changes to the syllabus have been announced in class if there has been absence.
Expectation of respectful behavior:
All participants in this course agree to adhere to the principles of common courtesy. All
interaction will be respectful. Discrimination on the basis of sex, race, ethnicity, national origin,
age, religion, sexual orientation or any other legally protected characteristics will not be tolerated.
Disrespectful or discriminatory behavior of any kind, toward the instructor or a peer, is
unacceptable. If a student is asked to leave the class, an unexcused absence will be issued along
with appropriate disciplinary action.
Honor Code:
Students must not give or receive help during exams, quizzes or compositions and are expected to
submit work that is entirely their own unless a specific group project is assigned. All source
material (including Internet information) must be cited properly using the MLA method.
Infractions will lead to disciplinary action and a possible failing grade.
Week I
Wednesday, August 22
Introduction to the course
HW: Review present indicative of ser (p. 23), tener (p. 28), -ar verbs (p. 54), -er and –ir verbs (p. 98), verbs
like gustar (p.134) and ser/estar (p.138-139)
Set up account for online homework. Instructions on page 8 of this syllabus.
Thursday, August 23
Communicative review activities (small group and partner work)
HW: Review stem-changing verbs (p. 143), irregular “yo” verbs (p.152), reflexives (p. 176)
Friday, August 24
Communicative review activities (small group and partner work)
HW: Review direct object pronouns (p. 248-249), Study 268-272
Week II
Monday, August 27
DOP review, Begin chapter 8, vocabulario 1
HW: Study pages 273-278, online exercises due Tuesday by 11:59 PM
Wednesday, August 29
¡Fíjate!, vocabulario 2 y 3, A ver
HW: Review preterite (p. 242 – 245), Study pages 279-282
Thursday, August 30
Voces de la comunidad, preterite review, preterite with more irregular verbs
HW: Study pages 283-284, online exercises due Thursday by 11:59 PM, Composition 1 for Friday
Friday, August 31
Composition 1 due, more preterite practice, -ir stem-changers in the preterite
HW: 285-288, online exercises due Sunday by 11:59 PM
Week III
Monday, September 3
Indirect object pronouns
HW: 289-293, online exercises due Tuesday by 11:59 PM

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Wednesday, September 5
Comparatives and superlatives
HW: 294-300, 302-303
Thursday, September 6
¡Explora y exprésate!, A leer, vocabulary
HW: Prepare for Quiz - Capítulo 8 (25 minutes), practice online exercises, study pages 306-310
Friday, September 7
Begin Capítulo 9, vocabulario 1, Quiz – capítulo 8 (last 25 minutes of class)
HW: 311- 316, online exercises due Sunday by 11:59 PM
Week IV
Monday, September 10
Vocabulario 2 y 3, A ver
Voces, the imperfect tense
HW: 313-319, 321-324
Practice the imperfect, choosing between the preterite and imperfect
HW: 325-328, online exercises due Thursday by 11:59 PM
Friday, September 14
Double object pronouns
HW: 329 – 331, online exercises due Sunday by 11:59 PM
Week V
Uses of se
HW: 332-334, online exercises due Tuesday 11:59 PM, Composition 2 for Wednesday
Composition 2 due, ¡Explora y exprésate!
HW: 336-339, 342-343
HW: Prepare for Test I (review material and 8-9), practice online exercises
Test I – Review material, Capítulos 8-9
Week VI
Begin capítulo 10, vocabulario 1-3, ¡Fíjate!
HW: 348-354, 356-357, online exercises due Tuesday by 11:59 PM
Practice vocabulary, A ver, Voces
HW: 358-362

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The subjunctive mood
Stressed possessives
Week VII
Monday, October 1
Hace/hacía with expressions of time
HW: 367-369, 378-379, online exercises due Tuesday by 11:59 PM, Composition 3 for Wednesday
Wednesday, October 3
Composition 3 due, or/para, vocabulary review
HW: Prepare for Conversation Test I (In pairs, students will take turns conversing with their instructor on 1
of 4 topics shared ahead of time. The conversation will last 4-5 minutes.)
Thursday, October 4
Conversation Test I
HW: 370-375, prepare for Pronunciation Test I
Friday, October 5
Pronunciation Test I, ¡Explora y exprésate!, A leer
HW: 382-387, prepare for Quiz – Capítulo 10, practice online exercises
Week VIII_____________________________________________________________________________
Monday, October 8
Begin Capítulo 11, vocabulario 1, ¡Fíjate!, Quiz – Capítulo 10
Vocabulario 2-3, A ver, Voces
HW: 358-360, 394-396
Thursday, October 11
Review subjunctive verb conjugations, the subjunctive with impersonal expressions and verbs of emotion
HW: online activities due Thursday by 11:59 PM
Friday, October 12
Actividades comunicativas
HW: 397-399, practice online activities
Week IX
October 13-21: Vacaciones de mediosemestre
Week X
Monday, October 22
The subjunctive with expressions of doubt, disbelief
HW: 400-401, online exercises due Tuesday by 11:59 PM, Composition 3 for Wednesday
Composition 3 due, the subjunctive and expressing unrealized desires and unknown situations, nonexistent
and indefinite situations
HW: 402-409

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Thursday, October 25
¡Explora y exprésate!, A leer
HW: 412-413, review previous chapters
Friday, October 26
In-class review
HW: Prepare for Test II – review material, Capítulos 8-11, practice online exercises
Week XI
Monday, October 29
Test II – review material, Capítulos 8-11
Begin Capítulo 12, vocabulario 1, ¡Fíjate!
HW: 422-427
Thursday, November 1
Vocabulario 2-3, A ver, Voces
Friday, November 2
The subjunctive and indicative with conjunctions (expressing possible outcomes)
Week XII
Monday, November 5
Subjunctive vs. indicative
HW: 435-437, online exercises due Tuesday by 11:59 PM, Composition 4 for Wednesday
Wednesday, November 7
Composition 4 due, the future tense
HW: 438-445, 448-449
¡Explora y exprésate!, A leer, vocabulary review
HW: 452-455, prepare for Quiz – capítulo 12, practice online exercises
Friday, November 9
Begin capítulo 12, Quiz – capítulo 12
Week XIII
Monday, November 12
Vocabulario 2-3, ¡Fíjate!, A ver, Voces
HW: 460- 465, online exercises due Tuesday by 11:59 PM
The present perfect, the past perfect
HW: 469-473, 480-481
The present perfect subjunctive, ¡Explora y exprésate!, vocabulary review

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Friday, November 16
A leer, general review
HW: Prepare for Test III (review material, Capítulos 8-13), practice online exercises
Week XIV
Monday, November 19
Test III (review material, Capítulos 8-13)
HW: 484-491, no online exercises for Tuesday,Thursday, or Sunday.
No class – Thanksgiving Vacation
Friday, November 23
Week XV
Monday, November 26
Begin Capítulo 14, vocabulario 1-2, ¡Fíjate!
HW: 492- 495, prepare for Pronunciation Test II, online exercises due Tuesday by 11:59 PM
Pronunciation Test II, A ver, Voces
HW: Prepare for Conversation Test II (In pairs, students will take turns conversing with their instructor on
1 of 4 topics shared ahead of time. The conversation will last 4-5 minutes.)
Conversation Test II
HW: 496-498, online exercises due Thursday by 11:59 PM, Composition 5 for Friday
Friday, November 30
Composition 5 due, the imperfect subjunctive
Week XVI
Monday, December 3
The conditional, Si clauses with subjunctive/indicative
HW: 496-503, 515
Wednesday, December 5
Practice/review of the uses of the imperfect subjunctive, vocabulary review
HW: Study for final exam (review materials, Capítulos 8-14)
Thursday, December 6 – Last day of class
General review
Final Exam
Thursday, December 13, 8:00-10:00 AM
The Office of the Registrar schedules the Final Exam (and the Conflict Exam time). Do not
make travel plans that conflict with this time. Alternate plans will only be allowed with
written permission from The Office of Undergraduate Studies of the College of Arts and Letters
or First Year of Studies. (Exceptions and/or changes are rarely allowed).

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