Intermediate Spanish for Heritage Learners

This course is the first of a two-course sequence for heritage Spanish learners. It aims to reconnect students with their linguistic and cultural heritage to further them through meaningful experiences. Activities in this course empower heritage learners to apply their bilingual/bicultural knowledge in academic and professional settings. Students have the opportunity to a) discuss topics relevant to their interests, use presentational skills to write and talk about them b) conduct sociolinguistic research, develop critical and integrative thinking skills in Spanish, and c) gain skills required to work professionally in a Spanish-speaking environment. Instructor consent required.