ASSESSMENT
Assessment details can be checked from implementation plans (including attendance requirements).
Classroom activities
Individual assignments
Teamwork
Final deliverables
Peer assessment
Self-assessment
The self-assessment of one's own learning does not influence the module grade. The self-assessment and students’ feedback to the module will be used for the module development. The feedback is collected in an electronic form.

CONTENTS
The themes of the module are
1) basic language studies in oral and written Spanish: me, family, friends and colleagues, home; daily activities, restaurant; and
2) Latin American business operational environment and business culture, areal differences and trade relations.

a) Learning in contact classes including speaking, written assignments, project work in teams, independent study and exams

b) Independent study with learning assignment/s, and written and oral exams

c) Learning by using the work-based learning method “Work&Study” if the learning goals of the course can be obtained through the student´s work or hobby. The content is individually planned. More information from responsible teacher Maria Ruohtula.

d) Demonstration (of earlier skills and knowledge in the course content). More information from responsible teacher Maria Ruohtula.

Assessment of one´s own learning is a compulsory part of each course.

Students with prior language skills in Spanish wishing to deepen their Spanish skills can take advanced Spanish language courses as a part of their free-choice studies.

LEARNING MATERIALS
For language learning the book Aula Internacional 1 is used.
For the areal assignment: sources of students' own choice
Instructors’ own materials are additionally used for both parts.

Continue your Spanish studies joining the tour to Latin America! In this course you’ll get acquainted with Latin America while diving into one of its countries with your team. You’ll deepen the pronunciation of Spanish and learn to communicate in new daily situations. With an active participation in the conversation exercises in the classes and with home practice you’ll boost your Spanish vocabulary to a next level!

STARTING LEVEL AND LINKAGE WITH OTHER COURSES
The module is a part of professional studies in the Porvoo Campus competence-based curriculum. The prerequisite for this level A1 module is Spanish Areal Studies 1 or approximately 100 hours of prior Spanish language studies. The module advances the following competences: cultural awareness, customer understanding, business mindset and business communication. Students who wish to deepen their Spanish after completing this module can take the Intermediate and Advanced Spanish (5 ECTS).

LEARNING OBJECTIVES AND ASSESSMENT
Grade 1
The student has some understanding of the Spanish speaking world, Spanish language and the cultural, political, economic and social aspects of its environment. S/he is able to communicate at a minimal level in the local language and network with actors in the selected area. The student has only a limited understanding of the business culture and its context. The student’s activity and participation are minimal. The student is able to operate only when aided by other students and supervisors.

Grade 3
The student is able to understand Spanish speaking world, Spanish language and the cultural, political, economic and social aspects of its environment. S/he is able to communicate at some level in the local language and network with actors in the selected area. The student has a clear idea of the business culture and its context. The student’s activity and participation are rather good. The student is able to operate with tasks both in teams and independently.

Grade 5
The student has an advanced understanding of Spanish speaking world, Spanish language and the cultural, political, economic and social aspects of its environment. S/he is able to communicate reliably in the local language and network with actors in the selected area. The student has a comprehensive idea of the business culture and its context. The student’s activity and participation are excellent. The student displays a culturally aware business-oriented approach and is able to lead team work.