2006–2007 Academic Catalog - Concordia University Ann Arbor

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COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
SPA313 Spanish Conversation/Grammar credits: 3
Provides a review and expansion on more complex aspects of Spanish grammar and structure
developing all four language skills. A strong emphasis is placed on increasing proficiency
and skill in oral expression. In addition to grammatical exercises, discussions on topics of
contemporary interest are designed to ensure the course is taught in a functional and relevant
manner. (Study Abroad - Segovia)
SPA370 Spanish Art I credits: 3
This course examines the great periods of Spanish art with its characteristic aesthetics, great
masters, and principal architectural, sculptural and pictorial works. Special attention is
given to the Romanesque, Gothic, and Renaissance periods. The course ends with a monographic
study of Velazquez, Goya, and Picasso. (Study Abroad - Segovia)
SPA371 Spanish Literature I credits: 3
The theme of this course is the search for Spain through romantic, realist, and modernist
visions. The course focuses on major 19th century and early 20th century writers. (Study
Abroad - Segovia)
SPA372 Spanish through the Media credits: 3
Through the media, such as daily newspapers, magazines, television and films, students
learn about contemporary Spanish life, including family, work, politics , and national and
territorial identity. Daily class debates help students develop fluency and precision in both
spoken and written Spanish to become thoroughly acquainted with Spanish society. (Study
Abroad - Segovia)
SPA375 Spanish Culture & Civilization credits: 3
This course covers, in chronological order, the periods of the history of Spain from its origins
up until and including the 18th century. It analyzes the aspects of each period that
have contributed to the formation of Spain as a people and as a state. It connects the history
of Spain with that of the Mediterranean Sea and of Europe, offering a general overview
of the evolution of the history of the ancient world. (Study Abroad - Segovia)
SPA376 Spain & the European Union credits: 3
This course provides an ample view of the current economic and political importance of the
15 countries (including Spain) that form part of the European Union. The institutions and
governmental organisms of the EU are studied to understand the potential and future possibilities
this supreme organization offers. The Euro is also analyzed along with its consequences
for the economic future of the "Euro Zone." (Study Abroad - Segovia)
SPA377 Spanish Art II credits: 3
The principle objective of this course is to learn how to observe paintings from an artistic
point of view. It begins with the Spanish painters of the Golden Age (Velazquez, Murillo,
Zurburan) and continues on through the 19th century with Goya, Sorolla, and Gaudi. The
course finishes with vanguardistic artists such as Picasso, Dali, Miro, and others. (Study
Abroad - Segovia)
SPA378 Spanish Literature II credits: 3
The thematic focus of this course is Spain in crisis from the war of 1898 to the Franco era.
(Study Abroad - Segovia)
SPA380 Adv Spanish Comp/Conversation/Lit credits: 3
A literature based course in which students will read short stories, poems, and a novel.
These literary works will be used for expansion of the students' understanding and knowledge
of literary criticism and as a stimulus for conversing and writing in Spanish.
SPA381 Adv Study in Spanish Language/Culture credits: 1
Students compose a reflective and integrative essay in Spanish after spending a language
intensive semester abroad. Students will meet periodically with the instructor during the