Curriculum
This is an unofficial description for this program. For official information check the Academic Catalog.
A minor is not required with this major.
Spanish (36 credits)
Major Core. For non-heritage speakers:
For heritage speakers:
Spanish and Spanish-American Literature and Cultures
Professional Education (34 credits)
SPED 315 Introduction to Educating Learners with Exceptionalities 3 Credits
EDTE 316 Principles of Learning in Sec 4 Credits
EDT 315 Educational Technology in the Secondary School Classroom 1 Credit
LLA 440 Literacy instruction in the Secondary School 3 Credits
EDSC 425 Multc, Interdsc Tchng Sec Lev 3 Credits
EDSC 435 Secondary Education Student Teaching 9 Credits
WL 428 Methods and Materials for Teaching World Languages at Elementary School Level 3 Credits
WL 425 Field Work in World Language Education 1 Credit
WL 429 Seminar in Modern Language Teaching Methods 3 Credits
WL 440 Student Teaching Seminar in Modern Languages 1 Credit
Total Credit Hours: 120
For students with advanced preparation, appropriate substitutions will be made.
Specialization in Inter-University Spanish Language and Hispanic Cultures
Students must complete 12 credits at one of our Spanish-speaking partner institutions abroad during one semester. The 12 credits may be taken in language, culture and/or literature as appropriate to the student's level of proficiency and upon recommendation of student's academic advisor at CCSU. These credits may apply to the core requirements of the major.
Note: Students of this specialization are strongly encouraged to complete their study abroad component during their sophomore year.