SPAN 372: Spanish in the US

Course Description

A study of the current situation of the Spanish language in the U.S. The history of the Spanish language in the U.S. and the sociolinguistics features of the largest Spanish-speaking communities are the main focus of this course. The so-called “spanglish”, bilingual education, language and legislation, and mass media in Spanish will also be discussed. This course is taught exclusively in Spanish. Prerequisites: SPANISH 300, 312, and 301 or instructor consent (non-native speakers); or SPANISH 310, 311, and 301 or instructor consent (native speakers). Special course fees may apply.