SPAN 520
Problems in Spanish Grammar
Spanish and Portuguese
College of Humanities
Course Description
Application of contemporary grammatical concepts to problems in Spanish grammar.
When Taught
Contact Department
Grade Rule
Grade Rule 8: A, B, C, D, E, I (Standard grade rule)
Min
3
Fixed
3
Fixed
3
Fixed
0
Title
Grammar Rules and Problems
Learning Outcome
The student enrolled in Problems in Spanish Grammar will carefully examine and formulate more accurate and complete rules for several recalcitrant grammar "problems" by reading and studying selections from grammarians and researchers who provide insights into the problem in question. The student's ability to synthesize coherent and meaningful generalizations will be objectively tested by exams and further evaluated while he or she participates in classroom discussion.
Title
Research Paper
Learning Outcome
Complete a research paper/presentation on a particular grammar point or construction. This assignment will test a student's ability to locate appropriate refereed sources, read and synthesize them and prepare a written document and oral presentation according to a recognized style manual.
Title
Descriptive and Prescriptive Grammars
Learning Outcome
The student enrolled in Problems in Spanish Grammar will acquire a greater understanding of both descriptive and prescriptive grammars and their function and limitations. The student will also acquire specialized terms employed by grammarians and morphosyntacticians. The student’s ability to understand and use these terms appropriately will also be objectively measured by examination.
