SP 531 - Medical Spanish I (SP 331)

3.00 credits.

This course is the first in a two-course designed to re-awaken previous language study and provide a forum for the development of both additional basic language skills and specific medical terminology. The course includes the acquisition of frequently used vocabulary, basic grammar concepts, intermediate conversational vocabulary, and colloquialisms. It also includes specific vocabulary groups relating to the overall assessment and care of patients. Most of the class (95%+) will be taught in Spanish and students will be expected to maintain the target language whenever possible. Students will be provided with opportunities to experience the five major areas of language learning: Speaking, Listening, Reading, Writing, and Culture. The major focus will be on Speaking and Listening with Reading and Writing providing concrete practice outside of the classroom. Cultural sensitivity is woven throughout the lessons.

Please note: This course is a hybrid course with lecture/didactic instruction taking place in the asynchronous lessons, and experience-based learning occurring during the weekly scheduled synchronous class meetings via Zoom. It is extremely important that students complete the online materials to successfully participate in activities in synchronous meetings. Prerequisite(s): Equivalent prior study of Spanish through 200 level language class, or native speaker.