Spanish (SPAN)

SPAN 6101. Advanced Communication Workshop. 3 Credit Hours.

Advancement of oral and written proficiency using workshop and project-development formats to focus on communicative precision, style, register and grammar. Taught in Spanish.

SPAN 6170. Applied Linguistics. 3 Credit Hours.

This course introduces students to theoretical and practical aspects of Spanish as a foreign language and fundamental concepts in second language acquisition and teaching.

SPAN 6236. Media, Markets and Advertising in the Hispanic World. 3 Credit Hours.

This course uses print, broadcast and web-based media to explore the social structures and cultural values reflected in product consumption, marketing and advertising in Latin America. Conducted in Spanish.

SPAN 6237. Food, Power and Sustainability. 3 Credit Hours.

Food as gateway to region-by-region study of issues of sustainable development in Latin America. Taught in Spanish.

SPAN 6244. Visual Culture and Social Agenda in Latin America. 3 Credit Hours.

Historical and cultural analysis of the role of art, visual image and iconography as social commentator and public platform in Latin America. Taught in Spanish.

SPAN 6251. Hispanic Community Internship. 3 Credit Hours.

Students complete internships with agencies, organizations, and businesses serving Atlanta Hispanics, using their Spanish language skills in a professional work environment. Conducted in Spanish.

SPAN 6270. Span Sociolinguistics. 3 Credit Hours.

This course explores the relationships between the Spanish language and the Hispanic cultures and societies of the world. Taught in Spanish.

SPAN 6360. Covering Arts and Latin(o) American Culture in the U.S.. 3 Credit Hours.

This course explores contemporary media reporting on the LatinX culture in the US and Latin America. Taught in Spanish and English.

SPAN 6401. Globalization and Migration. 3 Credit Hours.

Print and filmic texts serve as gateway to context-specific issues of migration in the Spanish-speaking world from both sender- and receiver-country perspectives. Taught in Spanish.

SPAN 6405. Latin American Documentaries. 3 Credit Hours.

This course explores the documentary traditions of Chile, Argentina and Cuba to learn about the history of Latin American societies. Taught in Spanish.

SPAN 6410. Media and Power in Latin America. 3 Credit Hours.

This course explores the tension between media and power in relation to the struggle for freedom of expression in Latin American countries. Taught in Spanish.

SPAN 6454. Latin America through Film. 3 Credit Hours.

Contemporary Latin American film serves as gateway to in-depth discussion of social, political, economic and cross-cultural perspectives. Conducted in Spanish.

SPAN 6460. Hispanic Digital Cultures. 3 Credit Hours.

Students explore recent developments in new Media and Digital Culture within the context of Latin American and Spanish cultures and societies. Taught in Spanish.

SPAN 6500. Intercultural Seminar. 3 Credit Hours.

Integrates cross-cultural research and reflection into discussion of current issues in the Spanish-speaking world. Taught in Spanish.

SPAN 6501. Theory and Foundations Seminar. 3 Credit Hours.

This course seeks to increase theoretical knowledge and practical applications in key areas of culture, literature/media, and linguistics studies. Taught in Spanish.

SPAN 6503. Professional Portfolio Development. 3 Credit Hours.

Preparation of a professional portfolio connecting experiences and coursework in the MS program towards career preparation. Conducted in Spanish.

SPAN 6510. Applied Language Practicum Abroad. 3 Credit Hours.

Students will serve as researchers, student aides and apprentice instructors for any 3/4000-level undergraduate course approved by their adviser.

SPAN 6511. Applied Language Practicum Abroad. 3 Credit Hours.

Students serve as researchers and apprentice instructors in LBAT or other faculty-led overseas language immersion program of the School of Modern Languages.

SPAN 6690. Intercultural Dialogue. 3 Credit Hours.

Explores cultural identity in Latin America through live interviews, print, and film. Topics vary. Taught in Spanish overseas as part of LBAT study abroad program.

SPAN 6693. Studies in Sustainable Development. 3 Credit Hours.

This course examines issues of economic and environmental sustainability as well as the relationship between the economy and the environment. Taught in Spanish.

SPAN 6695. Spanish Internship Abroad. 1-3 Credit Hours.

Students complete internships abroad in a Spanish-speaking country. Conducted in Spanish. Online course.

SPAN 6696. Internship Abroad Spanish B. 1-6 Credit Hours.

Students complete internships abroad in a Spanish-speaking country. Conducted in Spanish. Online course. 6 credits.

SPAN 6998. Master's Project. 1-6 Credit Hours.

Optional project course taught in Spanish.

SPAN 7000. Master's Thesis. 1-6 Credit Hours.

Master's Thesis.

SPAN 8803. Special Topics. 3 Credit Hours.

Special topics in Spanish Language and Literature.

SPAN 8901. Special Problems in Spanish. 1-21 Credit Hours.

Provides the special instruction required under special programs.

SPAN 8902. Special Programs in Spanish. 1-21 Credit Hours.

Provides the special instruction required under special programs.

SPAN 8903. Special Problems in Spanish. 1-21 Credit Hours.

Provides the special instruction required under special programs.