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choose to study abroad may apply 16 credits of approved coursework toward the major. Approved study-abroad programs include Academic Studies Abroad (ASA) in Madrid (Spain), the University of Minnesota program in Toledo (Spain), the Spanish Studies Abroad programs in Seville (Spain), Alicante (Spain) and Córdoba (Argentina). While abroad, students are encouraged to further study in Spanish as a discipline; majors and minors in other fields may further those studies as well. Teaching Licensure: Those seeking teacher licensure must complete 36 credits in coursework beyond the 100 levels, including SPA 280 and LIN 332. A residential immersion experience with native speakers, or an approved study-abroad program, is required. SPA 402 also is required, but no credit is given toward the major. Requirements for a minor in Spanish: 22 credits in Spanish beyond the 100-levels, including SPA 280 and one survey course (SPA 321, 322, 331 or 332). Study Abroad: All minors are strongly encouraged to study abroad for a semester in an approved program. Students who choose to study abroad may apply 10 credits of approved coursework toward the minor. Approved study-abroad programs include Academic Studies Abroad (ASA) in Madrid (Spain), the University of Minnesota program in Toledo (Spain), the Spanish Studies Abroad programs in Seville (Spain), Alicante (Spain) or Córdoba (Argentina). While abroad, students are encouraged to further study in Spanish as a discipline; majors and minors in other fields may further those studies as well. Teaching Licensure: Those seeking teacher licensure must complete 22 credits in coursework beyond the 100 levels, including SPA 280 and LIN 332. A residential immersion experience with native speakers, or an approved study-abroad program is required. SPA 402 also is required, but no credit is given toward the minor. 111. Elementary Spanish I Staff Four credits. An introduction to elements of Spanish grammar, oral communication, pronunciation and reading. Conducted in Spanish. 112. Elementary Spanish II Staff Four credits. A continuation of the introduction to elements of grammar, composition, oral communication and reading. Topics/vocabulary depend upon the textbook adopted. This course begins where Spanish 111 finishes. Conducted in Spanish. May count toward the Global and Cultural Studies Requirement. Prerequisite: SPA 111, placement into 112 or above, or permission of the instructor. 211. Intermediate Spanish Staff Four credits. Extensive work in grammar, conversation and composition while studying aspects of contemporary life in the Spanish-speaking world. May count toward the Global and Cultural Studies Requirement. Prerequisite: SPA 112, placement into 211 or above, or permission of the instructor. 280.
Advanced Composition and Discussion Guevara-Geer/ Reed Four credits. A step beyond the basic language program, this intensive course weaves together
