SYLLABUS
Tulsa Community College, Metro Campus
Spring 2011
Course:
SPAN 1103 103: Spanish 1
Days and Times:
Instructor:
Cell:
TTh
Call No. 22952
11:30am-12:50pm
K. Craig Woolsey
(918) 845-3277
Room: MC 406
Credit hours: 3
E-Mail: craig.woolsey@mail.tulsacc.edu
To Contact the Division Office:
Division Name: Communications
Division Associate Dean: Mary Walker
Spanish Coordinator: Tina Peña, 918-595-7386 Spanishtcc@aol.com
Division Office Location: MC423
Division Phone Number: (918) 595-7064
Prerequisite:
None
Textbooks:
Plazas, Lugar de Encuentros,3rd Edition Textbook
iLrn Heinle Learning Center: On-line Workbook & Lab Manual
for Technical Support for iLrn Heinle, contact Quia (Info on last page of syllabus)
COURSE DESCRIPTION: A beginning course in understanding, speaking, reading and writing Spanish, the first in a
sequence of four related courses. This class assumes NO prior knowledge of Spanish. The course covers Chapters 1
through 3 of the textbook. (Approximately 25% of class conducted in Spanish.)
NEXT COURSE IN SEQUENCE: SPA 1213, Spanish II
PROGRAM DESIGN: In our world today it is a great advantage both culturally and professionally to be able to
communicate in languages other than English. This is especially true of the Spanish language which is more and more
prevalent here in the U.S. This course is designed for students who wish to acquire oral and written language
proficiency, an awareness of the Spanish-speaking culture, and who may have plans to transfer to a four-year
university.
COURSE OBJECTIVES:
--At least 95% of participating students should exit even the first level of language at TCC with a measurable oral
proficiency which is understandable to a native speaker of the target language.
--At least 95% of participating students will develop proficiency in the fours skills (listening, speaking, reading and
writing) in the target language appropriate to the level of the course.
--At least 95% of participating students will be able to understand the target language within the vocabulary and
structure limitations of the appropriate level when spoken by a native speaker at the normal rate of speed.
--At least 95% of participating students will experience the fun, the challenge and the satisfaction of being able to
communicate in another language.
--At least 25% of the grade will be based on the student’s ability to write in Spanish without the aid of other devices.
--Students will have opportunities to acquire awareness and appreciation of the people who use the target language.
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OTHER RESOURCES: Students are expected to have a basic level of computer proficiency to use Blackboard and iLrn
Heinle Learning Center. During the semester, students will find in iLrn Heinle: the On-line Workbook, the On-line Lab
Manual, supplementary materials, websites, access to Google Earth, etc.
LABORATORY: The language laboratory at the Metro Campus is located in Room MC413 (595-7309). Students are
encouraged to use it at their convenience (day or evening) and in accordance with course assignments. Video, tapes,
and computer programs are also available for students. Students may also use the labs at other TCC campus sites.
TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS:
You should have access to the following technology:
MS Word
MS Powerpoint (if you have the MS Office suite, you will probably have PowerPoint.)
High-speed Internet connection
Soundcard and speakers/headphones
TEACHING METHODS: This course will be conducted combining lecture, oral and written exercises, listening and
speaking Spanish to help students develop proficiency in the language. Therefore, students are encouraged to
prepare before coming to class, so that most class time is spent using Spanish by listening to and speaking with
instructor and classmates. If you need assistance, contact your instructor as soon as possible.
GENERAL EDUCATION GOAL STATEMENT: The General Education Goals are designed to ensure that graduates of
Tulsa Community College have the skills, knowledge, and attitudes to carry them successfully through their work and
their personal lives.
General Education Goals to this course include:
Critical Thinking
Effective Communication
Global Awareness and Civic Responsibility
Computer Proficiency
Diligence and Patience
TRANSFERABILITY: Students should verify transferability of this course with the college or university to which the
credits are to be transferred. In general, this is a standard course in the language department at most universities
throughout the nation.
DEGREE APPLICATION: Spanish Associate of Arts, International Language Studies Certificate or Associate of Applied
Science (Spanish Option), International Studies Associate (Americas Option), and others.
EVALUATION TECHNIQUES: Each evaluation will be assigned a number of points. At the end of the semester, all
points will be totaled and a letter grade will be based on the total. Final grades will be determined on an individual
basis and not through competition with classmates. The final grade for this course will be calculated on the following
basis:
I. Chapter Quizzes & Tests, Mid-term and Final Oral Exams (Total 700 Points Possible)
Preliminary Chapter
100 points
Chapter 1
100 points
Chapter 2
100 points
Chapter 3
100 points
Quizzes
100 points
Mid-Term Oral Exam
100 points (One on one oral)
Final Oral Exam
100 points (One on one oral)
(All students must take the Final Oral Exam or will receive a zero.)
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II. Participation and Assignments (Total 300 Points Possible)
Assignments (On-line Workbook + On-line Lab Manual):
Preliminary Chapter
50 points
Chapter 1
50 points
Chapter 2
50 points
Chapter 3
50 points
Attitude & Effort
10 points
Class Attendance & Participation:
90 points (30 class sessions x 3)
(Attendance and participation grades are taken in each class session. No grade can be given if the student is absent
or does not participate. Participation points are based on three points per class meeting. One point is taken off for
late arrival, and another for leaving the class early.)
Grading Scale (Points Possible = 1000):
A = 90%-100%
B = 80%-89%
C = 70%–79%
D = 60%-69%
F = Below 60%
ATTENDANCE: The nature of this course requires that much practical learning take place during class time. The
results of excessive absences are reflected immediately in the student’s progress, level of competency and, most
dramatically, in his/her participation. Be advised that NO absences will be allowed without penalty (for each absence
3 points will be deducted from the points allocated to class participation). Students are held responsible for all
materials covered during their absence and for any changes made in the assignment schedule.
An “Excessive Absence Notice” will be issued after a student accumulates SIX HOURS of missed class periods (i.e. 4
class meetings) and is not maintaining a “C” average for the class. When the Excessive Absence Notice is issued, the
student will be considered “NOT ATTENDING” class. Student Financial Services and Veterans Services will be notified
if applicable. If a student has serious extenuating circumstances during the semester that affects his/her ability to
attend class, the student should make special arrangements with the instructor as soon as the problem is identified.
LATE ASSIGNMENTS: Delay on turning in assignments is discouraged. Students may turn in completed late
assignments the next class meeting for 50% credit. Failure to turn in assignments will result in ZERO points. No late
assignments will be accepted on the last day of class.
MAKE-UP POLICY: IMPORTANT: Exams must be made up within a week of the original exam date. Otherwise, the
student will receive a ZERO for that exam. It is the student's responsibility to make arrangements with the
instructor concerning make-up exams. Delay on taking exams is discouraged since they are timed to coincide with
the best learning/performance period for the students. In general, late exams will be devalued 5 points or 10%,
whichever is less. Make-up exams may be more difficult than exams given at regular times
COURSE WITHDRAWAL: The deadline to withdraw from a course shall not exceed ¾ the duration of any class.
Contact the Counseling Office at any TCC campus to initiate withdrawal from a course (‘W’ grade) or to change from
Credit to Audit. Check the TCC Academic Calendar for deadlines. Students who stop participating in the course and
fail to withdraw may receive a course grade of “F,” which may have financial aid consequences for the student.
AUDIT OR CREDIT: Students may take this course on an audit or credit basis. Students who prefer to audit should
request an Audit Form during enrollment or on the first day of class. Audit students are expected to do the same
work as credit students, i.e., complete all homework and exams. The final oral exam is optional for audit students.
COMMUNICATIONS:
Email: All TCC students receive a designated “MyTCC” email address (ex: jane.doe@mail.tulsacc.edu). All
communications to you about TCC and course assignments will be sent to your MyTCC email address; and you must
use MyTCC email to send email to, and receive email from, the instructor regarding this course.
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INCLEMENT WEATHER:
TCC rarely closes. If extreme weather conditions or emergency situations arise, TCC always gives cancellation notices to radio
and television stations. This information is also posted on the TCC website (www.tulsacc.edu).
CLASSROOM ETIQUETTE: Open and mutually respectful communication of varied opinions, beliefs, and perspectives during
classroom or online discussion encourages the free exchange of ideas that is essential to higher learning and to the ability to
learn from each other. Arrive on time to class. Do not eat during class. Do not bring guests or children to class. Students in
possession of any electronic device are responsible for making sure they are TURNED OFF or turned to “silent.” Texting or
surfing the internet during class will not be tolerated. These devices interrupt class activities and infringe on the rights and
learning opportunities of other students. Use of video cameras and cassette recorders are at the discretion of the instructor.
Students who cannot comply with the above policies will be asked to leave the room.
SYLLABUS CHANGES: Occasionally, changes to the syllabus may be necessary. Students will be notified of any changes to the
syllabus in writing. Check your “MyTCC” email and/or Blackboard for updates.
STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES: TCC provides accommodations for qualifying students in compliance with the Americans with
Disabilities Act. For information, students may contact the disabled Students Resource Center, 918-595-7115, or the Resource
Center for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing, 918-595-7428V, 918- 595-7434TTY.
PLAGIARISM POLICY: Plagiarism is: claiming, indicating, or implying that the ideas, sentences, or words of another writer are
your own; it includes having another writer do work claimed to be your own, copying the work of another and presenting it as
your own, or following the work of another as a guide to ideas and expressions that are then presented as your own. The student
should review the relevant sections of the TCC Student Code of Conduct Policy Handbook. Plagiarism will not be tolerated and
may result in dismissal from the course or grade.
ACADEMIC DISHONESTY: Academic dishonesty (cheating) is defined as the deception of others about one’s own work or about
the work of another. Academic dishonesty or misconduct is not condoned or tolerated at campuses within the Tulsa Community
College system. TCC adopts a policy delegating certain forms of authority for disciplinary action to the faculty. Such disciplinary
actions delegated to the faculty include, but are not limited to, the dismissal of disrespectful or disorderly students from classes.
In the case of academic dishonesty, a faculty member may:
 require the student to redo an assignment of test, or require the student to complete a substitute
assignment or test;
 record a “zero” for the assignment or test in question;
 recommend to the student that the student withdraw from the class, or administratively withdraw the
student from the class;
 record a grade of “F” for the student at the end of the semester.
Faculty may request that disciplinary action be taken against a student at the administrative level by submitting such a request to
the Dean of Student Services.
INSTITUTIONAL STATEMENT: Each student is responsible for being aware of the information contained in the TCC Catalog, TCC
Student Handbook, TCC Student Code of Conduct Policy Handbook, and semester information listed in the class schedule. All
information may be viewed on the TCC website: www.tulsacc.edu.
COMPUTER SERVICES ACCEPTABLE USE: Access to computing resources is a privilege granted to all TCC faculty, staff, and
students. Use of TCC computing resources is limited to purposes related to the College’s mission of education, research, and
community service. Student use of technology is governed by the Computer Services Acceptable Use Statements/Standards
found in the TCC Student Code of Conduct Policy Handbook. These handbooks may be obtained by contacting any Student
Activities or Dean of Student Services office.
TENTATIVE COURSE CALENDAR: The instructor may change the schedule AT ANY TIME by verbal or written notification in class
and/or by updating on Blackboard.
To access the ILrn Heinle Learning Center and your on-line workbook and lab manual, enter the address:
http://ilrn.heinle.com
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