Spanish for the Health Professions
Overview
This online resource which is designed as a highly interactive alternative to a textbook for a full-semester course to help beginning students gain or increase Spanish skills that are useful for their career, daily life, academics and travel. The emphasis will be in language output for daily life and professional purposes, and there is very little emphasis on grammar as this will be acquired naturally through exposure to the language.Students will find activities to build speaking, listening, writing and reading skills as well as explore Spanish, Hispanic and Latin American culture.All sources in this resource are Open Educational Resources which are free and available to all users.
Course Overview
¡Bienvenidos a la clase de español! Welcome to Spanish class!
Welcome to this online resource which is designed as a highly interactive alternative to a textbook for a full-semester course to help you gain or increase Spanish skills that are useful for your future (or current) career, daily life, and travel.You will find activities to build your vocabulary and enhance your grammar skills as well as explore Open Educational Resources that are free and available to all users.
You will find the content practical, authentic and engaging, but more importantly, you will learn a lot!
The course is divided into 14 modules with each module centering around specific themes. Even though grammar is essential to learning any language, in this course, you will find that speaking the language, strategies for learning languages and culture are just as (or even more) important than extensive grammar drills.
Also, this course encourages students to use translation platforms in order to acquire advanced language skills in an expedited manner rather than relying on memorization and drills. Therefore, this is a course designed to follow a communicative approach rather than a more 'traditional' approach to language learning which can delay students from accessing, navigating and benefiting from more advanced and interesting activities in addition to real-life conversations that they would experience when traveling or around native speaker.
As much as possible, in the activities in this online book, students will participate in 'real-life' language immersion rather than typical classroom drills will make for a more engaged student who can become self-directed, learn at his or her own pace, and tailor their learning depending on their needs and interests.
Modules:
- Introductions and Spanish Basics
- Getting to know people
- Polite words and commands
- Emergencies
- Talking about the Body
- Talking about feelings, pain and emotions
- At the Doctor's Office and Hospital
- Giving Instructions and Directions
- Medical Terminology
- Food and Nutrition
- Technology and the Office
- Forms and Paperwork
- Mental Health Phrases
- Saying Goodbye
Student Learning Outcomes
By the end of the "Spanish for the Healtcare Professions", students should be able to:
Introduce Themselves and Engage in Basic Conversations:
- Use simple Spanish phrases to introduce themselves and exchange pleasantries with Spanish-speaking patients and colleagues.
Handle Basic Emergency Situations:
- Apply basic Spanish phrases to communicate effectively during emergency scenarios in a healthcare setting.
Identify and Describe Health-Related Topics:
- Name body parts, describe basic symptoms, and discuss simple health conditions and feelings with patients in Spanish.
Provide Basic Instructions and Assist with Forms:
- Give simple directions within a healthcare facility and help patients with basic forms and paperwork in Spanish.
Use Basic Medical Terminology:
- Recognize and use essential medical terms in Spanish to communicate basic health information and needs effectively.
Module 0: How do I...? (Technology Tutorials and Resources)
About this course (scroll down to access the tutorials and resources)
This course is designed primarily for individuals with little or no experience in Spanish, but it also supports higher-level learners by allowing them to tailor activities according to their needs and proficiency. Each activity is adaptable, so rather than traditional grammar drills or multiple-choice exercises, students engage with videos, lessons, and practice exercises that they can customize. This setup encourages students to adjust responses based on their interests and needs, allowing advanced learners to apply their knowledge while supporting beginners to progress without being restricted by specific proficiency requirements.
The course’s multimedia resources support both beginner and advanced learners with captions and auto-translation options, making content accessible for everyone. Additionally, shadowing practice benefits both non-native and native Spanish speakers, reinforcing listening and pronunciation skills. In this course, native Spanish speakers can not only refine their Spanish language abilities and explored field-specific language and cultural topics, but they also have the opportunity to improve their English skills.
Using translation platforms is also encouraged, as it promotes deeper comprehension, supports vocabulary retention, and offers real-time understanding checks. The course includes authentic activities and exercises that learners can adapt to suit their language level and personal interests. Students create their own glossaries, which they can tailor to reflect vocabulary relevant to them. Each module maintains a consistent structure to reduce cognitive load, allowing students to focus on language acquisition rather than navigation.
NOTE: With any external site incuded in this textbook resource, please watch out for ads and be cautious of where you click!
Click on the below for tutorials or useful information
- How to record and share a Vocaroo audio file (Free version. No download needed)
- How to take a screenshot
- How to create a video screencast with ScreenPal (free version, download needed)
- How to use SpanishDict (Free version. You will need to register using your Google account/login. There is a paid option which is highly recommended)
Recommended Language Learning Platforms (all external sources that have both free and paid versions)
Recommended Vocabulary and Translation (all external sites)
Recommended YouTube Channels
Recommended Websites (Please watch out for ads and be cautious of where you click!)
- The Spanish Experiment
- Spanish Homeschool Academy
Module 1: Introductions and Spanish Basics
Introductions and Spanish Basics
Sections to complete and approximate time needed to complete each (may vary depending on your Spanish level, effort and interest)
- Warm-Up (15 - 30 minutes)
- Authentic Conversation (30 - 60 minutes)
- Vocabulary Builder (15 - 30 minutes)
- Language Learning Lab (30 - 60 minutes)
- At Work (30 - 60 minutes)
- Culture (15 - 30 minutes)
- "Academic Honesty and Resource Acknowledgment Statement" (15 minutes): Please submit a statement affirming that the work you submit is your own, indicating that you have watched the videos, read the lessons, recorded your own audio, any screenshots are of your own work that you completed, and that composed your own sentences. Additionally, please provide an explanation of the resources or help, including any AI tools, that you utilized in the process of completing this work.
YouTube Tips:
To view subtitles, click on the icon.
To view subtitles translated to any language, click on the icon, then click on the icon, click on ‘Auto-translate’ and choose the language you would like.
To slow down the audio speed of a video, click on the icon, click on ‘Playback Speed’ and choose the speed.
When applicable: Use a tool such as Google Translate, Forvo, DeepL or SpanishDict to check your grammar and/or pronunciation. Please share which (if any) translation platforms you used.
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Section 1: Warm-Up
Basic Greetings
One of the first things that are useful to learn in any language are greetings. To help us greet and introduce each other (as well as to do so with others!), watch the following and read this lesson from Homeschool Spanish Academy to learn about basic greetings and introductions in Spanish. You will also answer questions based on the videos, and what you learn from the videos will also help you with the Discussion Board this week.
- After watching the video and reading the lesson, from each (video and lesson), please choose the 2 most useful phrases for you (2 from the video and 2 from the lesson) and write them as a list in English and Spanish. When applicable, replace the name (and other personal information) of you or the person in the video or lesson with your own name and information.
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Section 2: Authentic Conversation
Let's get to know each other
Building a community is important in any class, but especially in an online class.
- In Spanish and English, in the appropriate submission area, please share your name, age (optional), your major, where you are from and anything else you would like to share about yourself such as hobbies, interests, pets, etc. (Hint: This YouTube Playlist videos will show you some basic, authentic greetings in Spanish) and watch the video below for some great basic phrases for greetings and goodbyes.
- Respond to the post of at least one other student
All posts must be respectful and contribute positively to an atmosphere of civility and cooperation.
NOTE: IF YOU ARE POSTING TO A PADLET DISCUSSION BOARD, IN ADDITION TO THE PADLET POST, TO RECEIVE FULL CREDIT, PLEASE TAKE A SCREENSHOT (OR COPY AND PASTE POST TEXT) TO INCLUDE WITH THE REST OF THE MODULE SUBMISSION DOCUMENT WHERE YOU SUBMIT THE REST OF THE MODULE SECTIONS.
Post to the appropriate Discussion Board area of your course's Learning Management System (Blackboard, Canvas, Moodle, D2L, Google classroom, etc.)
Use a tool such as Google Translate, Forvo, DeepL or SpanishDict to translate, check your grammar and/or pronunciation.
If the post requires an audio file, please do not upload video or audio files. Instead, use a tool such as Vocaroo to record audio and share the link. Note: If the Discussion Board is in a 'Padlet', this platform has an audio recording function as well.
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Section 3: Vocabulary Builder
*** Based on your current level of Spanish (beginner, intermediate, etc.), choose one of the Activities below (or you can choose to complete both!*** (Make sure to clearly indicate in your submission which activity you chose)
Activity 1: Basic Spanish Phrases
Learn or practice important Spanish Basic Phrases vocabulary by doing the following:
Access the Quizlet Link: Click the provided Quizlet link to access the vocabulary practice set.
Review and Practice: Familiarize yourself with the vocabulary words and their meanings. Practice using different study modes available on Quizlet.
Complete the Practice: Work through the vocabulary practice thoroughly, ensuring you're comfortable with the meanings and usage of each word.
Submit Proof of Completion: Take a screenshot of one completed Quizlet session and submit it as proof of completion.
QUIZLET LINK
If the link above does not work, you can copy and paste this link to a different tab:
https://quizlet.com/518187492/basic-phrases-in-spanish-introductions-and-useful-phrases-flash-cards/?i=e5fdo&x=1jqt
Activity 2: Medical Terminology Spanish Phrases
Learn or practice important Medical Spanish Basic Phrases vocabulary by doing the following:
Access the Quizlet Link: Click the provided Quizlet link to access the vocabulary practice set.
Review and Practice: Familiarize yourself with the vocabulary words and their meanings. Practice using different study modes available on Quizlet.
Complete the Practice: Work through the vocabulary practice thoroughly, ensuring you're comfortable with the meanings and usage of each word.
Submit Proof of Completion: Take a screenshot of one completed Quizlet session and submit it as proof of completion.
QUIZLET LINK
https://quizlet.com/967725412/common-medical-questions-and-translations-flash-cards/?i=e5fdo&x=1jqthttps://quizlet.com/967725412/common-medical-questions-and-translations-flash-cards/?i=e5fdo&x=1jqtIf the link above does not work, you can copy and paste this link to a different tab:
https://quizlet.com/967725412/common-medical-questions-and-translations-flash-cards/?i=e5fdo&x=1jqt
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Section 4: Language Learning Lab
Planning for Success
As you probably already know, managing academics, work, family and social commitments is a challenge. However, there are ways to plan for success in all areas which are worth exploring. Please watch the videos on the next page, and based on the videos below, answer the following questions:
- Based on the Benefits of a bilingual brain, what are three benefits of language learning?
- From the video of Typing vs Handwriting list 2 benefits of handwriting and how handwriting might be useful (or not) for you in this class or any other class.
- Which two strategies from the Thomas Frank 'How to stay productive..' video would be most useful to you?
- Do you have the time or are you willing to make the time to learn Spanish while in this course?
- State your full name, state what grade you would like to earn in this class and explain how you plan to earn that grade.
You can choose to submit in English, Spanish or both.
Submit your work as a PDF document in the appropriate assignment submission area of your course's Learning Management System (Blackboard, Canvas, Moodle, D2L, Google classroom, etc.)
NOTE: IF YOU ARE POSTING TO A PADLET DISCUSSION BOARD, IN ADDITION TO THE PADLET POST, TO RECEIVE FULL CREDIT, PLEASE TAKE A SCREENSHOT (OR COPY AND PASTE POST TEXT) TO INCLUDE WITH THE REST OF THE MODULE SUBMISSION DOCUMENT WHERE YOU SUBMIT THE REST OF THE MODULE SECTIONS.
When applicable: Please do not upload video or audio files. Instead, use a tool such as Vocaroo to record audio or Screencast-o-matic to record videos, and share the link.
When applicable: Use a tool such as Google Translate, Forvo, DeepL or SpanishDict to check your grammar and/or pronunciation.
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Section 5: At Work
Healthcare Professions
Learn how to state professions and specialities in the Health and Medical field as well as how to state your major (what you are studying) in college with the video below.
Based on the video:
- List 3 medical professions or specialties mentioned in the video that relate to your current or future career. Include English and Spanish version.
- Also, as you are currently a student, based on what you learned from the video, state in Spanish in a full sentence your major (what you are studying in school).
Use a tool such as Google Translate, Forvo, DeepL or SpanishDict to translate, check your grammar and/or pronunciation.
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Section 6: Culture
Greetings Around the World
Please watch the provided videos and, for each video, share your saludo favorito (favorite greeting).
Describe the saludo and include which country each is from.
Your response can be in English, Spanish or both.
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Looking Ahead (Optional)
149 Spanish Medical Terms for Medical Professionals - Lingua Linkup
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Section 7: "Academic Honesty and Resource Acknowledgment Statement"
Please submit a statement affirming that the work you submit is your own, indicating that you have watched the videos, read the lessons, recorded your own audio, any screenshots are of your own work that you completed, and that composed your own sentences. Additionally, please provide an explanation of the resources or help, including any AI tools, that you utilized in the process of completing this work.
Additional Resources (Optional)
Spanish Experiment Lesson: https://www.thespanishexperiment.com/learn-spanish/greetings
Regular verbs: https://www.spanishdict.com/guide/spanish-present-tense-forms
Irregular verbs: https://www.spanishdict.com/guide/irregular-verbs-in-spanish
Module 2: Getting to know people
Getting to know people
Sections to complete and approximate time needed to complete each (may vary depending on your Spanish level, effort and interest)
- Warm-Up (15 - 30 minutes)
- Authentic Conversation (30 - 60 minutes)
- Vocabulary Builder (15 - 30 minutes)
- Language Learning Lab (30 - 60 minutes)
- At Work (30 - 60 minutes)
- Culture (15 - 30 minutes)
- "Academic Honesty and Resource Acknowledgment Statement" (15 minutes): Please submit a statement affirming that the work you submit is your own, indicating that you have watched the videos, read the lessons, recorded your own audio, any screenshots are of your own work that you completed, and that composed your own sentences. Additionally, please provide an explanation of the resources or help, including any AI tools, that you utilized in the process of completing this work.
YouTube Tips:
To view subtitles, click on the icon.
To view subtitles translated to any language, click on the icon, then click on the icon, click on ‘Auto-translate’ and choose the language you would like.
To slow down the audio speed of a video, click on the icon, click on ‘Playback Speed’ and choose the speed.
When applicable: Use a tool such as Google Translate, Forvo, DeepL or SpanishDict to check your grammar and/or pronunciation. Please share which (if any) translation platforms you used.
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Section 1: Warm-Up
How to introduce yourself
Please watch the following video and read this article from Spanish Academy which will showcase some authentic Spanish phrases to introduce yourself. .
- Based on the video and article, share 3 full phrases, questions or sentences you learned that were new, interesting or useful for you. Change the names to yours and change any phrases to suit your situation.
- Share the phrases/questions in English and Spanish, as audio and text.
When a submission requires an audio file, please do not upload video or audio files. Instead, use a tool such as Vocaroo to record audio and share the link.
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Section 2: Authentic Conversation
Let's continue to get to know each other!
In this discussion, we will continue to get to know each other (in Spanish) with text and audio!
This will be great practice for introductions when meeting others such as students, new friends, co-worker, client, etc.
First, watch the YouTube videos below with more advanced greetings in Spanish and read this lesson from Homeschool Spanish Academy. Based on what you learned from the videos you will submit an original introductory post and respond to the post of others on the appropriate submission area of the course.
Original Post
- Create/write a brief text introduction of yourself (in Spanish) of at least five (5) sentences.
- Please include some of the sentences you learned from the videos
- After you create your written introduction, create a set of at least three (3) questions (in Spanish) that you might ask a student, new friend, colleagues, etc.
- Record audio of yourself reading your introduction and the questions - all in Spanish.
- Post the text version of your introduction as well as a link to the audio
Respond to the Posts of 2 other students
- Choose posts from at least TWO other students that you will respond to
- Listen to their audio introductions and read their posts, paying close attention to the questions they ask
- Create an audio recording (in Spanish) where you respond to their questions.
- Post a link to your text and audio response as a Reply to their original post.
All posts must be respectful and contribute positively to an atmosphere of civility and cooperation.
Post to the appropriate Discussion Board area of your course's Learning Management System (Blackboard, Canvas, Moodle, D2L, Google classroom, etc.) NOTE: If posting to a PADLET wall, please take a screenshot (or copy and paste the text) to also submit with the rest of the Module sections.
When applicable: Use a tool such as Google Translate, Forvo, DeepL or SpanishDict to check your grammar and/or pronunciation. Please share which (if any) translation platforms you used.
If the post requires an audio file, please do not upload video or audio files. Instead, use a tool such as Vocaroo to record audio and share the link. Note: If the Discussion Board is in a 'Padlet', this platform has an audio recording function as well.
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Section 3: Vocabulary Builder
*** Based on your current level of Spanish (beginner, intermediate, etc.), choose one of the Activities below (or you can choose to complete both!*** (Make sure to clearly indicate in your submission which activity you chose)
Activity 1: Basic Spanish Phrases
Learn or practice important Basic Spanish Phrases vocabulary by doing the following:
Access the Quizlet Link: Click the provided Quizlet link to access the vocabulary practice set.
Review and Practice: Familiarize yourself with the vocabulary words and their meanings. Practice using different study modes available on Quizlet.
Complete the Practice: Work through the vocabulary practice thoroughly, ensuring you're comfortable with the meanings and usage of each word.
Submit Proof of Completion: Take a screenshot of one completed Quizlet session and submit it as proof of completion.
QUIZLET LINK
If the link above does not work, you can copy and paste this link to a different tab: https://quizlet.com/518974145/authentic-conversation-spanish-greetings-and-basic-phrases-flash-cards/?i=e5fdo&x=1jqt
Activity 2: Basic Spanish Medical Phrases
Learn or practice important Medical Spanish Phrases vocabulary by doing the following:
Access the Quizlet Link: Click the provided Quizlet link to access the vocabulary practice set.
Review and Practice: Familiarize yourself with the vocabulary words and their meanings. Practice using different study modes available on Quizlet.
Complete the Practice: Work through the vocabulary practice thoroughly, ensuring you're comfortable with the meanings and usage of each word.
Submit Proof of Completion: Take a screenshot of one completed Quizlet session and submit it as proof of completion.
QUIZLET LINK
If the link above does not work, you can copy and paste this link to a different tab: https://quizlet.com/967808484/common-medical-phrases-in-spanish-flash-cards/?i=e5fdo&x=1jqthttps://quizlet.com/967808484/common-medical-phrases-in-spanish-flash-cards/?i=e5fdo&x=1jqt
https://quizlet.com/967808484/common-medical-phrases-in-spanish-flash-cards/?i=e5fdo&x=1jqt
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Section 4: Language Learning Lab
Does Language Affect Thought?
Based on the video below, How Language shapes the way we think:
- Share 3 new or interesting facts you learned
- Share how/if the video changed the way you view/think of language and language learning.
- How might the information from the video inform your interactions with individuals from different countries who speak different languages?
Your answers can be in English, Spanish or both.
When a submission requires an audio file, please do not upload video or audio files. Instead, use a tool such as Vocaroo to record audio and share the link.
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Section 5: At Work
Describe yourself
At work, you will sometimes need to describe yourself or others as well as understand others making descriptions. Learn or review some useful Spanish adjectives for physical characteristics and gain some excellent listening practice in the video below. Notice not just the different accents but also the common use of diminutives in Spanish! (If you are not familiar with diminutives in Spanish, this Homeschool Spanish lesson will help)
- Based on the video list, by hand, write a list of at least 10 adjectives (or phrases related to describing oneself) that you did not know and/or need more practice with and/or are useful for you and/or describe you, in English and Spanish. Submit a screenshot of your handwritten list.
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Section 6: Culture
America or U.S. (?)
First, please watch the following video to hear the way in which four individuals introduce themselves and prepare to state where they are from. (Listen for the different accents!)
Then, please think of the following:
- State where each of the individuals is from (English and Spanish, as audio and text)
- If you were to state where you live and/or where you are from would you say: Soy de America or Soy de los Estados Unidos?
- Conduct some research to find out WHICH way you should answer this question and explain your findings.
- State why it might be important to know this information when working with and/or meeting individuals from different countries, especially Latin America.
- What is the Spanish abbreviation for 'the United States'? (Conduct your own research - hint: it may not be what you expect based on a direct translation)
- Submit your answers to the above questions in English, except for when stating the Soy de .... portion of the response which should be in Spanish!
Here are some additional resources to help (external links):
- Nationalities and talking about where you are from (FluentU)
- Preposition DE (Yabla)
Submit your work as a Word or PDF document in the appropriate assignment submission area of your course's Learning Management System (Blackboard, Canvas, Moodle, D2L, Google classroom, etc.)
When applicable: Please do not upload video or audio files. Instead, use a tool such as Vocaroo to record audio or Screencast-o-matic to record videos, and share the link.
When applicable: Use a tool such as Google Translate, Forvo, DeepL or SpanishDict to check your grammar and/or pronunciation.
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Section 7: "Academic Honesty and Resource Acknowledgment Statement"
Please submit a statement affirming that the work you submit is your own, indicating that you have watched the videos, read the lessons, recorded your own audio, any screenshots are of your own work that you completed, and that composed your own sentences. Additionally, please provide an explanation of the resources or help, including any AI tools, that you utilized in the process of completing this work.
Module 3: Polite words and Commands
Polite words and commands
Sections to complete and approximate time needed to complete each (may vary depending on your Spanish level, effort and interest)
- Warm-Up (15 - 30 minutes)
- Authentic Conversation (30 - 60 minutes)
- Vocabulary Builder (15 - 30 minutes)
- Language Learning Lab (30 - 60 minutes)
- At Work (30 - 60 minutes)
- Culture (15 - 30 minutes)
- "Academic Honesty and Resource Acknowledgment Statement" (15 minutes): Please submit a statement affirming that the work you submit is your own, indicating that you have watched the videos, read the lessons, recorded your own audio, any screenshots are of your own work that you completed, and that composed your own sentences. Additionally, please provide an explanation of the resources or help, including any AI tools, that you utilized in the process of completing this work.
YouTube Tips:
To view subtitles, click on the icon.
To view subtitles translated to any language, click on the icon, then click on the icon, click on ‘Auto-translate’ and choose the language you would like.
To slow down the audio speed of a video, click on the icon, click on ‘Playback Speed’ and choose the speed.
When applicable: Use a tool such as Google Translate, Forvo, DeepL or SpanishDict to check your grammar and/or pronunciation. Please share which (if any) translation platforms you used.
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Section 1: Warm-Up
What languages do you speak?
Most likely, you are alredy able to recognize if someone is speaking Spanish, but do you know how to ask and answer "Do you speak Spanish?" Learn or review these essential verbs with this one-minute video!
- Based on the video, share 2 new or useful phrases you learned from the video, as audio and text in English and Spanish
- Create 2 other phrases related to asking or telling someone about speaking (or not) languages that would be useful for you to know, as audio and text in English and Spanish
When a submission requires an audio file, please do not upload video or audio files. Instead, use a tool such as Vocaroo to record audio and share the link.
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Section 2: Authentic Conversation
"Commands" (Imperative mood)
At work (or in life!) you will have to ask people to do something such as sit, relax, turn on the light, etc. In Spanish, these are called Commands which are part of a grammatical mood called the Imperative. Learn how to form commands in Spanish with this Spanish Homeschool Academy lesson and the video below.
Based on what you learn from the lesson, create 3 sentences (requests) where you utilize the imperative mood to ask a classmate to 'do something' that would make sense in a medical/health setting OR that you would use with a patient in a medical setting.
- Post your 3 sentences (post in Spanish and English - audio and text)
- Choose a post to respond to and respond to their commands in the positive or negative - will you do as you were asked or not? why? do you have any clarifying questions? ( post in Spanish and English - audio and text)
Post to the appropriate Discussion Board area of your course's Learning Management System (Blackboard, Canvas, Moodle, D2L, Google classroom, etc.)
NOTE: IF YOU ARE POSTING TO A PADLET DISCUSSION BOARD, IN ADDITION TO THE PADLET POST, TO RECEIVE FULL CREDIT, PLEASE TAKE A SCREENSHOT (OR COPY AND PASTE POST TEXT) TO INCLUDE WITH THE REST OF THE MODULE SUBMISSION DOCUMENT WHERE YOU SUBMIT THE REST OF THE MODULE SECTIONS.
Use a tool such as Google Translate, Forvo, DeepL or SpanishDict to check your grammar and/or pronunciation.
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Section 3: Vocabulary Builder
NOTE: There are 2 parts in this Section
PART 1: Polite Words
Learn or practice important vocabulary by doing the following:
Access the Quizlet Link: Click the provided Quizlet link to access the vocabulary practice set.
Review and Practice: Familiarize yourself with the vocabulary words and their meanings. Practice using different study modes available on Quizlet.
Complete the Practice: Work through the vocabulary practice thoroughly, ensuring you're comfortable with the meanings and usage of each word.
Submit Proof of Completion: Take a screenshot of one completed Quizlet session and submit it as proof of completion.
QUIZLET LINK
If the link above does not work, you can copy and paste this link to a different tab:
https://quizlet.com/914773216/polite-words-in-spanish-flash-cards/?i=e5fdo&x=1qqt
PART 2: Commands
Learn more 'commands' phrases with the Quizlet below. Then, create a Google Sheets, Excel Sheet (or similar) document where you will type in the words from the Quizlet. Title the document: Your Name Spanish Glossary (Example: Maria Spanish Glossary) as this is a document you will use in future activities and that will help you keep track of phrases so you can review them and add to the list.
- Submit a screenshot of the completed Quizlet practice lesson.
- Submit your Spanish Glossary as a PDF that is separate from the Module template document.
QUIZLET
https://quizlet.com/914777920/commands-in-spanish-imperative-flash-cards/?i=e5fdo&x=1jqt
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Section 4: Language Learning Lab
What is Fluency?
Watch the video below, and based on the video, in English, share 2 new or interesting facts you learned about what FLUENCY means or its myths. Share what you think your current Spanish fluency level is and what level you hope to achieve in the future, even beyond this class. Note that it is OK to share if you are not planning on reaching any level of fluency beyond what you reach in this class!
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Section 5: At Work
More Commands
Increase your command of Spanish commands with some interactive practice with SpanishDict.
Click on the SpanishDict link below, and:
- Choose at least 3 lessons/activities from the page (see image below which will show you what the screen looks like) and complete the activities. Submit a screenshot(s) showing completion.
NOTE: If you have not registered yet to SpanishDict, you will need to do so with a Google Account. It is a free platform, but if you have the means, the paid version is highly recommended by students!
SPANISHDICT ACTIVITIES
Hint: In the SpanishDict activities, if you hover with your mouse above the Spanish sentences, you will see the English translation.
If the above link does not work, copy and paste this link to a new tab: https://www.spanishdict.com/guide/commands
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Section 6: Culture
Formal and Informal Speech
In Spanish, there are different ways to address people depending on their age, relationship to you, and their position. Although it will vary across different regions and people, typically the 'formal' form of speech (especially as it referes to the pronoun YOU and the way the verbs are conjugated) have to do with respect.
As a beginner Spanish speaker, you want to be aware of this as you work with Spanish-speaking patients, especially those who are older that you, as generally, they expect the 'formal' manner of address. However, this will take time and practice, so for now, just be aware of it.
To learn about Formal and Informal speech in Spanish, please read over this Spanish Experiment lesson. Then, please watch the provided video and:
- Explain the different Spanish pronouns for YOU and how/when each is used.
- From the video, share two phrases (or facts) that you found to be new, interesting, or valuable, especially as they pertain to your current or future field in the Health Professions. When relevant, ensure that you include sufficient details and evidence from the video to support your responses. Your submission should include both English and Spanish audio in the form of a link, as well as written text.
When applicable: Use a tool such as Google Translate, Forvo, DeepL or SpanishDict to check your grammar and/or pronunciation. Please share which (if any) translation platforms you used.
If the post requires an audio file, please do not upload video or audio files. Instead, use a tool such as Vocaroo to record audio and share the link. Note: If the Discussion Board is in a 'Padlet', this platform has an audio recording function as well.
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Section 7: "Academic Honesty and Resource Acknowledgment Statement"
Please submit a statement affirming that the work you submit is your own, indicating that you have watched the videos, read the lessons, recorded your own audio, any screenshots are of your own work that you completed, and that composed your own sentences. Additionally, please provide an explanation of the resources or help, including any AI tools, that you utilized in the process of completing this work.
Additional Resources (Optional)
This Duolingo lesson will show you a written list of Commands.
Module 4: Emergencies
Emergencies
Sections to complete and approximate time needed to complete each (may vary depending on your Spanish level, effort and interest)
- Warm-Up (15 - 30 minutes)
- Authentic Conversation (30 - 60 minutes)
- Vocabulary Builder (15 - 30 minutes)
- Language Learning Lab (30 - 60 minutes)
- At Work (30 - 60 minutes)
- Culture (15 - 30 minutes)
- "Academic Honesty and Resource Acknowledgment Statement" (15 minutes): Please submit a statement affirming that the work you submit is your own, indicating that you have watched the videos, read the lessons, recorded your own audio, any screenshots are of your own work that you completed, and that composed your own sentences. Additionally, please provide an explanation of the resources or help, including any AI tools, that you utilized in the process of completing this work.
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Section 1: Warm-Up
911 and Need for Interpreters
Watch the video below which showcases a real-life scenario of a Spanish-speaker calling 911.
- Based on the outcome of the video, in English, explain what you would have done differently if you were the 911 dispatcher receving the call. How could you have helped the caller? What could you have said or done?
- Then, create at least 3 phrases (English with Spanish translation) that would be helpful if you were ever in a situation where a Spanish speaker is asking you for emergency help, and you do not know enough Spanish to assist. What would you need to do AND say if you encounter a caller who speaks only Spanish? NOTE: if you already speak Spanish, think of actions and at least 3 phrases that you would recommend to a 911 dispatcher who does NOT speak Spanish. What should they learn/know to say and do if they receive a call from a Spanish speaker?
- Submit phrases as text and audio in both languages. Submit answers to what actions should take place as text only.
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Section 2: Authentic Conversation
Emergency Phrases
Whether it is for travel, daily life or work, it is important to know Spanish phrases for emergencies.
Watch the following video for a few basic emergency phrases.
- For beginner Spanish-language students: List FIVE emergency words/phrases you learned from the video
- For intermediate to advanced Spanish-language students: Share/Create FIVE short emergency phrases that you recommend a new Spanish-learner in the Medical/Healthcare field SHOULD commit to memory and explain why.
You will find the video is not enough for all the possible emergencies one might encounter or the most likely ones depending on the situation.
- Therefore, please conduct some research and find:
- ONE video to help you learn phrases for emergencies in Spanish.
- ONE website or online resource to help you learn phrases for emergencies in Spanish.
- Share the resource(s) and explain how each would be helpful.
- Please respond to the post of at least one other student by visiting the links they provided and commenting on the usefulness of the video/resources/websites they shared AND two (2) new emergency words/phrases (English and Spanish versions) you learned from the resources shared in the post you responded to.
All posts must be respectful and contribute positively to an atmosphere of civility and cooperation.
Post to the appropriate Discussion Board area of your course's Learning Management System (Blackboard, Canvas, Moodle, D2L, Google classroom, etc.) NOTE: If posting to a PADLET wall, please take a screenshot (or copy and paste the text) to also submit with the rest of the Module sections.
When applicable: Use a tool such as Google Translate, Forvo, DeepL or SpanishDict to check your grammar and/or pronunciation. Please share which (if any) translation platforms you used.
If the post requires an audio file, please do not upload video or audio files. Instead, use a tool such as Vocaroo to record audio and share the link. Note: If the Discussion Board is in a 'Padlet', this platform has an audio recording function as well.
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Section 3: Vocabulary Builder
Note: There are 2 parts to this Section
PARTE 1: Emergency words and phrases
Click HERE to access a Quizlet set of flashcards. Choose any mode to practice and share a screenshot showing completion.
If the link above does not work, copy and paste the following onto a new tab: https://quizlet.com/387639223/practical-spanish-emergency-wordspalabras-de-emergencia-flash-cards/?i=e5fdo&x=1jqt
PARTE 2: Numbers
Learn the Spanish numbers from 0-100 with the lesson below. Record yourself reading the numbers and submit an audio link AND/OR you may choose to complete the two interactive lessons (0-20 and 21-100) and submit a screenshot(s) as proof of completion.
SPANISHDICT LESSON: https://www.spanishdict.com/guide/numbers-in-spanish-0-100
FOR ADVANCED SPANISH LEARNERS OR THOSE WHO WANT ADDITIONAL PRACTICE, YOU MAY CHOOSE TO COMPLETE THIS LESSON:
When a submission requires an audio file, please do not upload video or audio files. Instead, use a tool such as Vocaroo to record audio and share the link.
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Section 4: Language Learning Lab
Shadowing Practice
You will now use an engaging method to help your Spanish skills: Shadowing. Unlike the Repeating method where you listen to a word or phrase and repeat after it, with Shadowing, you try to speak at just about the same time as the speaker. This is not unlike singing along with your favorite song, and it helps you with the mechanics, rate of speech and intonation of language as it is spoken. So you may or may not have heard of the method of Shadowing as a strategy to increase your fluency in Spanish (or any language), but if not familiar with this method of increasing your Spanish fluency, this video will explain what it is. Shadowing is sometimes difficult for beginners, but for this assignment, do give it a try!!!!
- Watch (and listen) to one or both of the videos below and record yourself SHADOWING FOR AT LEAST THREE MINUTES.
- Share a bit about your experience and the answers to the following:
- Share the link to the source (audio, video, etc.) you chose to shadow and explain WHY you chose it.
- What was your experience like with shadowing? (Fun? Challenging? Stressful? Simple? Useful?) Explain in English, as text.
- Based on this experience, do you think shadowing might (or might not) be a good way to increase your Spanish skills? Explain in English, as text.
- Please note that Shadowing is NOT repeating after you hear the phrase, it is saying the phrase at the same time (follow along) as you hear the phrases.
- Submit and audio link of your shadowing practice and the response to the questions above.
When a submission requires an audio file, please do not upload video or audio files. Instead, use a tool such as Vocaroo to record audio and share the link.
*** CHOOSE ONE OF THE VIDEOS BELOW TO SHADOW DEPENDING ON YOUR SPANISH LEVEL OR INTEREST
BASIC (SPANISH WITH ENGLISH SHADOWING)
ADVANCED (SHADOWING ONLY IN SPANISH)
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Section 5: At Work
With the video below, learn 5 basic Spanish phrases a first-responder (in this case a Police Officer) find useful when communicating with a Spanish speaker. What makes this video interesting is that the individual is a Spanish learner himself! Therefore, there might be a few grammatical errors in his phrases, but do not worry as these do NOT interfere with understanding. This is something to keep in mind: your Spanish does NOT have to be perfect, you just need to be understood!
- Based on the video, write a list by hand/handwritten of the phrases in English and Spanish. Submit your written list and audio of you reading the phrases.
- For advanced Spanish-learners (or those interested in additional practice), in addition to the phrases from the video, create 5 additional phrases that you would share with a first-responder who does not speak Spanish and who has asked you for help in learning useful phrases to help in their work as first-responder. Submit your written list and audio of you reading the phrases.
Note: If you spot any grammatical errors, you are welcome to share these as well.
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Section 6: Culture
Gender of Nouns
In Spanish, nouns are either feminine or masculine. There are no netural nouns. This is important to know for effective communication and assistance.
Please visit the SpanishDict lesson provided via the link below to learn about this topic which will be helpful in 'real-lfe' and 'at work' as matching gender of nouns to articles and adjectives will help avoid confusion.
NOTE FOR FIRST TIME SPANISHDICT USERS: You will need to register to the platform using a gmail/google account. There is a free version which has a lot of ads, so watch out for those. If you have the means, the paid version is highly recommended.
- Complete the Activity Lessons located at the top of the page. Choose at least 3 lessons you will complete (choose the 1st lesson and then choose 2 others) and click on each lesson.
- Provide a screenshot of each completed lesson as evidence of your completion. If you complete lessons at different times, you can submit separate screenshots. If you complete them all at one, you can submit one screenshot that shows they have been completed.
SPANISHDICT ACTIVITY
THE SECTION IS TITLED: GENDER OF NOUNS AND PRONOUNS. The screen should look like the image below. If it does not, it could be somehow you were routed to a different lesson. If that is the case, you may need to try again or do a search for SpanishDict lessons/activities on GENDER OF PRONOUNS
Interactive lessons at the top of the page for which you will submit screenshot(s) as proof of completion) Click on each of the lessons to complete.
Choose 3 including the 1st lesson. This means you will complete the first lesson and choose 2 others to complete as well.
- Note: When completing the lesson activities, you can hover over the Spanish sentences to view the English translation
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Section 7: "Academic Honesty and Resource Acknowledgment Statement"
Please submit a statement affirming that the work you submit is your own, indicating that you have watched the videos, read the lessons, recorded your own audio, any screenshots are of your own work that you completed, and that composed your own sentences. Additionally, please provide an explanation of the resources or help, including any AI tools, that you utilized in the process of completing this work.
Additional Resources or Information (Optional)
Module 5: Talking about the Body
Talking about the Body
Sections to complete and approximate time needed to complete each (may vary depending on your Spanish level, effort and interest)
- Warm-Up (15 - 30 minutes)
- Authentic Conversation (30 - 60 minutes)
- Vocabulary Builder (15 - 30 minutes)
- Language Learning Lab (30 - 60 minutes)
- At Work (30 - 60 minutes)
- Culture (15 - 30 minutes)
- "Academic Honesty and Resource Acknowledgment Statement" (15 minutes): Please submit a statement affirming that the work you submit is your own, indicating that you have watched the videos, read the lessons, recorded your own audio, any screenshots are of your own work that you completed, and that composed your own sentences. Additionally, please provide an explanation of the resources or help, including any AI tools, that you utilized in the process of completing this work.
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When applicable: Use a tool such as Google Translate, Forvo, DeepL or SpanishDict to check your grammar and/or pronunciation. Please share which (if any) translation platforms you used.
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Section 1: Warm-Up
Body Parts
Begin learning (or reviewing) body parts in Spanish as well as get some excellent listening practice with the video below. Based on the video, list 3 new or interesting phrases (not just single words) that you learned.
- Submit your list in Spanish and English as audio and text.
To view subtitles, click on the icon.
When a submission requires an audio file, please do not upload video or audio files. Instead, use a tool such as Vocaroo to record audio and share the link.
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Section 2: Authentic Conversation
Conversation using Medical Professions and Titles vocabulary
Learn vocabulary essential for effective conversation in a medical setting with the lesson below from The Leaf Project. Read the entire lesson, but for the Discussion Board post, go to the lesson section titled Adapt. Based on the section:
- For your Original Post, choose 3 of the questions from the Adapt section, and post them as text and audio in English and Spanish
- For the Response Posts, choose the posts of 2 other students, and respond to the questions they posted. You can use as a model the responses found in the lesson and/or you can adapt the responses to any situation you may find helpful or realistic for you. Post in English and Spanish as audio and text.
LEAF PROJECT LESSON
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Section 3: Vocabulary Builder
Body Parts Vocabulary
Learn or practice important vocabulary by doing the following:
Watch the video below
Listen and Repeat: Record yourself repeating each of the vocabulary words
Submit Proof of Completion: Submit a Vocaroo link of your audio.
To learn more about Body Parts in Spanish, visit this SpanishDict lesson.
When a submission requires an audio file, please do not upload video or audio files. Instead, use a tool such as Vocaroo to record audio and share the link.
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Section 4: Language Learning Lab
Latin and Greek Roots
Did you know both English and Spanish are heavily influenced by the Latin and Greek languages?
This is especially true in the Medical and Legal fields, but it is evident in general language as you will see in the video belos. Learn more with the video, and based on the video:
- By hand (handwritten) make two lists of the words of Greek origin and Latin origin.
- Label each list as Greek and Latin
- Under the correct list, write the words mentioned in the video (these will be in English)
- Using a translation app, translate each of the words from your list into Spanish.
- Submit a screenshot of your completed list.
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Section 5: At Work
Mira y escucha (Watch and listen)
- Watch the following video in Spanish (with NO subtitles/captions/English translation) and try to understand using the Spanish you know and context clues.
- Share a statement of how much you THINK you were able to understand and what strategies you used to help you understand.
- Then, re-watch the video with English captions (use the CC captions on YouTube) and compare your initial understanding with the actual translation. How much did you ACTUALLY understand? What was the video about? Provide enough details so it is evident you watched the entire video.
- How was this experience for you?
- What did you learn from doing this activity (both about your Spanish listening comprehension and/or a Medical Physical Exam)
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Section 6: Culture
Respeto (Respect)
Learn about the Importance of Respect in the Latino Culture for Healthcare professionals from the video below. Based on what you learned from the video:
- List 3 new, interesting or useful facts you learned.
- Explain why you chose them, and indicate how they would be helpful for you in your career in the Health Professions.
- Explain if it is proper to use first names with patients and why or why not.
Share the above in English or both English and Spanish if you would like the practice.
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Section 7: "Academic Honesty and Resource Acknowledgment Statement"
Please submit a statement affirming that the work you submit is your own, indicating that you have watched the videos, read the lessons, recorded your own audio, any screenshots are of your own work that you completed, and that composed your own sentences. Additionally, please provide an explanation of the resources or help, including any AI tools, that you utilized in the process of completing this work.
Additional Resources (Optional)
Module 6: Talking about feelings, pain and emotions
Talking about feelings, pain and emotions
Sections to complete and approximate time needed to complete each (may vary depending on your Spanish level, effort and interest)
- Warm-Up (15 - 30 minutes)
- Authentic Conversation (30 - 60 minutes)
- Vocabulary Builder (15 - 30 minutes)
- Language Learning Lab (30 - 60 minutes)
- At Work (30 - 60 minutes)
- Culture (15 - 30 minutes)
- "Academic Honesty and Resource Acknowledgment Statement" (15 minutes): Please submit a statement affirming that the work you submit is your own, indicating that you have watched the videos, read the lessons, recorded your own audio, any screenshots are of your own work that you completed, and that composed your own sentences. Additionally, please provide an explanation of the resources or help, including any AI tools, that you utilized in the process of completing this work.
YouTube Tips:
To view subtitles, click on the icon.
To view subtitles translated to any language, click on the icon, then click on the icon, click on ‘Auto-translate’ and choose the language you would like.
To slow down the audio speed of a video, click on the icon, click on ‘Playback Speed’ and choose the speed.
When applicable: Use a tool such as Google Translate, Forvo, DeepL or SpanishDict to check your grammar and/or pronunciation. Please share which (if any) translation platforms you used.
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Section 1: Warm-Up
Feelings
Learn and practice how to express 'sensations/feelings' such as hunger, thirst and more.
Please watch the video below and:
- Share 3 new, interesting or useful full sentences you learned from the video about expressing how we feel, in English and Spanish, as text and audio.
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Section 2: Authentic Conversation
To have to do something
Tener que and Hay que are phrases that indicate something needs to be 'done'. Learn more with the video below and this lesson from BaseLang.
- Based on what you learn, create 1 statement using HAY QUE and 1 statement using TENER QUE (you can conjugate TENER to 1st, 2nd or 3rd person) about tasks that NEED to be completed (by you or someone else) for your current (or future) profession in the Health/Medical field.
- Post your statements in English and Spanish as audio and text.
- Please respond to the post of at least one other student stating whether you 'want to' or are 'able to' complete whatever 'tasks' the student stated need to be completed OR asking for further clarification.
- Respond with text and audio in English and Spanish.
All posts must be respectful and contribute positively to an atmosphere of civility and cooperation.
Post to the appropriate Discussion Board area of your course's Learning Management System (Blackboard, Canvas, Moodle, D2L, Google classroom, etc.) NOTE: If posting to a PADLET wall, please take a screenshot (or copy and paste the text) to also submit with the rest of the Module sections.
When applicable: Use a tool such as Google Translate, Forvo, DeepL or SpanishDict to check your grammar and/or pronunciation. Please share which (if any) translation platforms you used.
If the post requires an audio file, please do not upload video or audio files. Instead, use a tool such as Vocaroo to record audio and share the link. Note: If the Discussion Board is in a 'Padlet', this platform has an audio recording function as well.
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Section 3: Vocabulary Builder
Emotions and Feelings
Start learning Spanish words for emotions and feelings with the video below, and complete the activities below.
Activity 1: As you watch the video, record yourself repeating each of the words and phrases from the video. Submit a link to your audio.
Activity 2: Type the list of words to your Spanish Glossary (English and Spanish versions) and submit a screenshot of the list in your Spanish Glossary or a separate PDF document containing the list in your Spanish Glossary.
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Section 4: Language Learning Lab
Images for Communication
Charts, drawings, images, etc. can be helpful to communicate. Coupled with words, they can be a useful tool at work. Below is a 'pain' chart that can be used with patients to help them articulate their level of pain.
- Using any resources available to you, translate the chart to English and create a bilingual (Spanish-English version) of the chart. You can be as creative as you would like, as long as your chart conveys the same information as the image below. Submit your chart.
- Note: If there is another type of chart that you know would be more useful for your work situation, you are welcome to create it instead of the one shown below.
You can use a free, online platform such as Canva or you can use Google Slides, Power Point or any other platform that allows you to design something that resembles a business card!
Additional Resource: For a useful written Glossary of terms for 'pain' in Spanish, this PDF lin from the International Medical Interpreters Association will help!
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Section 5: At Work
Forming questions
Turning a statement into a question in Spanish is simple! Watch this video lesson to learn how we can turn a statement into a question in Spanish without having to change the words or word order.
Based on what you learn from the video:
- Explain the 3 ways in which we can form questions in Spanish
- Now, refer back to the statments using TENER QUE and HAY QUE from the previous section. Re-write your statements as questions. Submit both sets (statements and questions) as text and audio in both languages. Make sure to change your tone so it is evident which one is a statement and which one is a question!
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Section 6: Culture
Don't do this in a Mexican household (according to moms!)
You may or may not know about the use of chanclas as a discipline tool Mexican moms (and other Hispanic moms as well) use on their kids. Learn a bit about this with the video below:
- Based on the video (and any research you need to conduct) what is the literal meaning of chancla and what is the cultural/discipline related meaning of the chancla?
- Create a list of at least 3 things one should 'not' do in order to avoid the chancla.
- As a current or future medical professional, if a child told you his mother threw a chancla at him or her, how would you react? Would you be concerned? What would you do now that you know about the chancla compared to how you would have reacted if you did not know about the chancla?
- Create a set of two follow-up questions you may ask a child who told you his mother threw a chancla at him/her. Share your sentences in English and Spanish as audio and text.
Your submission can be in English, Spanish or both as written text.
When applicable: Use a tool such as Google Translate, Forvo, DeepL or SpanishDict to check your grammar and/or pronunciation. Please share which (if any) translation platforms you used.
If the post requires an audio file, please do not upload video or audio files. Instead, use a tool such as Vocaroo to record audio and share the link. Note: If the Discussion Board is in a 'Padlet', this platform has an audio recording function as well.
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Section 7: "Academic Honesty and Resource Acknowledgment Statement"
Please submit a statement affirming that the work you submit is your own, indicating that you have watched the videos, read the lessons, recorded your own audio, any screenshots are of your own work that you completed, and that composed your own sentences. Additionally, please provide an explanation of the resources or help, including any AI tools, that you utilized in the process of completing this work.
Additional Resource (Optional)
For a useful written Glossary of terms of 'pain' in Spanish, this PDF lin from the International Medical Interpreters Association will help!
Module 7: At the Doctor's Office and Hospital
At the Doctor's Office and Hospital
Sections to complete and approximate time needed to complete each (may vary depending on your Spanish level, effort and interest)
- Warm-Up (15 - 30 minutes)
- Authentic Conversation (30 - 60 minutes)
- Vocabulary Builder (15 - 30 minutes)
- Language Learning Lab (30 - 60 minutes)
- At Work (30 - 60 minutes)
- Culture (15 - 30 minutes)
- "Academic Honesty and Resource Acknowledgment Statement" (15 minutes): Please submit a statement affirming that the work you submit is your own, indicating that you have watched the videos, read the lessons, recorded your own audio, any screenshots are of your own work that you completed, and that composed your own sentences. Additionally, please provide an explanation of the resources or help, including any AI tools, that you utilized in the process of completing this work.
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When applicable: Use a tool such as Google Translate, Forvo, DeepL or SpanishDict to check your grammar and/or pronunciation. Please share which (if any) translation platforms you used.
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Section 1: Warm-Up
It hurts!
Learn and practice how to express 'sensations/feelings' such as pain.
Please watch the video below and:
- Share 3 new, interesting or useful full sentences you learned from the video, in English and Spanish, as text and audio.
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Section 2: Authentic Conversation
Videos of your profession
Conduct your own research and find two videos in Spanish (that are from a credible source, appropriate, and for the level of this class) that you would recommend for someone who would like to improve their Spanish for a profession/work in YOUR current or future field.
- Share the links to the videos chose and their titles
- State why you chose the videos and why you would recommend them to someone else.
- Watch at least one video posted by a peer and comment on your experience with the video (What did you learn? How was it helpful? etc.).
- Also, share TWO new phrases you learned from that video (Spanish and English - audio and text)
Post to the appropriate Discussion Board area of your course's Learning Management System (Blackboard, Canvas, Moodle, D2L, Google classroom, etc.)
Use a tool such as Google Translate, Forvo, DeepL or SpanishDict to check your grammar and/or pronunciation.
If the post requires an audio file, please do not upload video or audio files. Instead, use a tool such as Vocaroo to record audio and share the link. Note: If the Discussion Board is in a 'Padlet', this platform has an audio recording function as well.
Sample video for the dental field. I chose this because my career will be as a Dental Hygienist. This individual is a dental hygienist, and she shows a typical conversation in Spanish between the patient and the dentist, with English captions that I pressed CC to turn on. It also has a section dedicated to specific vocabulary with the Spanish and English versions. I recommend this video because the content is simple but useful for anyone who will work with patients in a dentist office or other medical office.
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Section 3: Vocabulary Builder
Patient Intake Form
Start learning Spanish words and phrases for Medical Intake forms which at the same time will help you review Spanish basics. Click here to access a Patient Intake form, and WITHOUT any translation apps, translate as much of PAGE 1 and PAGE 5 as you can. You can print the form and translate by hand or ue any other method that is convenient, but please make sure that your translation appears ON the form. You will submit this translation and title it ORIGINAL TRANSLATION. Then, use a translation app and translate all items in PAGE 1 and PAGE 5 and title this translation and title it APP TRANSLATION. Then compare both translations and answer the following:
- How long did this process take?
- What did you learn based on doing the translation?
- List 10 words or phrases (in Englih and Spanish) that were new or useful for you
Optional: If you would lke additional practice OR to see a bilingual form, click here.
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Section 4: Language Learning Lab
Tarjeta de negocios (Business cards)
Whether your work or business requires a business card, these are an excellent way to introduce yourself as well as provide basic information about you and your business or work.
For this assignment, you will create (all in Spanish) a business card that includes your name, a fictional business name or future place of employment, address, phone number and website address.
You can use a free, online platform such as Canva or you can use Google Slides, Power Point or any other platform that allows you to design something that resembles a business card!
Submit your work as a Word or PDF document in the appropriate assignment submission area of your course's Learning Management System (Blackboard, Canvas, Moodle, D2L, Google classroom, etc.)
When applicable: Please do not upload video or audio files. Instead, use a tool such as Vocaroo to record audio or Screencast-o-matic to record videos, and share the link.
When applicable: Use a tool such as Google Translate, Forvo, DeepL or SpanishDict to check your grammar and/or pronunciation.
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Section 5: At Work
Spanish for Patient Visits
Learn useful Spanish for patient visits with the video below. Based on the video you will:
PARTE 1
- From the video, list the eight phrases to use during a new patient visit. English and Spanish, audio and text.
- You will use the phrases in the next Part (PARTE 2)
PARTE 2
- Create a short script of a conversation between a doctor (or health professional) and a patient or client during a medical/health-related visit. It should be related to your current or future field.
- Incorporate the 4 phrases from PARTE 1 into the script.
- The script should consist of at least 10 lines (5 for each of the characters speaking) and it should be in Spanish and English
- Record the audio for the script. You can play the voice for both 'characters' in the recording or you can have a friend or family help you record by playing the second character.
- Submit the written script and audio link.
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Section 6: Culture
What are proxemics?
Proxemics is the study of personal space and the degree of separation individuals maintain in social situations. It is a form of non-verbal communication, and it can vary widely amongst different cultures. You will explore proxemics as a comparison across cultures through a variety of readings, videos and other activities. Submit responses in English only (Spanish version optional if you would like the practice).
- Watch videos below explaining proxemics
Thinking about what you have learned about proxemics (often referred to as our 'bubble'):
- State the 4 Proxemics distances mentioned in one of the videos.
- Based on those distances, what is the typical distance at which you feel 'comfortable' in different situations (family, social, school, work)
- To what do you attribute that distance? Upbringing? Culture? Personal preference? Societal norms?
- Have you been in a situation where your proxemics were different from someone else's? How did you navigate that situation?
- Why is it important to be aware of proxemics in the workplace? Explain how this might be important in your chosen profession.
Submit your work as a Word or PDF document in the appropriate assignment submission area of your course's Learning Management System (Blackboard, Canvas, Moodle, D2L, Google classroom, etc.)
When applicable: Please do not upload video or audio files. Instead, use a tool such as Vocaroo to record audio or Screencast-o-matic to record videos, and share the link.
When applicable: Use a tool such as Google Translate, Forvo, DeepL or SpanishDict to check your grammar and/or pronunciation.
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Section 7: "Academic Honesty and Resource Acknowledgment Statement"
Please submit a statement affirming that the work you submit is your own, indicating that you have watched the videos, read the lessons, recorded your own audio, any screenshots are of your own work that you completed, and that composed your own sentences. Additionally, please provide an explanation of the resources or help, including any AI tools, that you utilized in the process of completing this work.
Module 8: Giving Instructions and Directions
Giving Instructions and Directions
Sections to complete and approximate time needed to complete each (may vary depending on your Spanish level, effort and interest)
- Warm-Up (15 - 30 minutes)
- Authentic Conversation (30 - 60 minutes)
- Vocabulary Builder (15 - 30 minutes)
- Language Learning Lab (30 - 60 minutes)
- At Work (30 - 60 minutes)
- Culture (15 - 30 minutes)
- "Academic Honesty and Resource Acknowledgment Statement" (15 minutes): Please submit a statement affirming that the work you submit is your own, indicating that you have watched the videos, read the lessons, recorded your own audio, any screenshots are of your own work that you completed, and that composed your own sentences. Additionally, please provide an explanation of the resources or help, including any AI tools, that you utilized in the process of completing this work.
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When applicable: Use a tool such as Google Translate, Forvo, DeepL or SpanishDict to check your grammar and/or pronunciation. Please share which (if any) translation platforms you used.
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Section 1: Warm-Up
Asking for directions
Would you know how to ask for and give directions in Spanish? This may be a helpful skill at work, school, travel or anywhere! Find out with the following video.
- Based on the lesson or video, share as text 5 of the phrases/sentences (not single, individual words with no context) that would be most useful for you to commit to memory (in English and Spanish as audio and text) and explain how these phrases would be useful for you.
SPANISH EXPERIMENT LESSON
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Section 2: Authentic Conversation
How do I get to?
Based on this Spanish Experiment lesson which you can also access by clicking below, on the Discussion Board:
- Original Post: Choose 3 of the directions questions (questions asking for directions) from the lesson (English and Spanish as audio and text) and post them to the Discussion Board as though you were asking a classmate for those directions. The questions should be geared towards asking directions to (or within) your current or future place of work in the medical/healthcare field such as hospital, doctor's office, clinic, etc.
- Response Posts: Choose the posts of two classmates, and answer their questions by 'giving them directions'. Obviously, you will have to 'make-up' the directions, but this will be great practice for the time when you actually need to help a Spanish speaker to find a place!
www.thespanishexperiment.com/learn-spanish/directions
All posts must be respectful and contribute positively to an atmosphere of civility and cooperation.
Post to the appropriate Discussion Board area of your course's Learning Management System (Blackboard, Canvas, Moodle, D2L, Google classroom, etc.) NOTE: If posting to a PADLET wall, please take a screenshot (or copy and paste the text) to also submit with the rest of the Module sections.
When applicable: Use a tool such as Google Translate, Forvo, DeepL or SpanishDict to check your grammar and/or pronunciation. Please share which (if any) translation platforms you used.
If the post requires an audio file, please do not upload video or audio files. Instead, use a tool such as Vocaroo to record audio and share the link. Note: If the Discussion Board is in a 'Padlet', this platform has an audio recording function as well.
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Section 3: Vocabulary Builder
Opposite words
To increase our Spanish vocabulary may sometimes mean we need to memorize words, phrases, etc. However, this is best done by repetition and by seeing them in context. Nonetheless, we must begin somewhere, and a great place to start is with taking a look at useful antonyms.
With the video in this section, you will access quite a long yet very useful set of vocabulary words that are worth writing down to refer to them later. Therefore, please watch the following video of opposite Spanish words, and based on the video
- Write a list (handwritten or typed) of the opposite words, in English and Spanish.
- Submit your typed list or a screenshot of your handwritten word list.
- Useful Hint: Consider adding this list to the Spanish Glossary you created in a previous Module!
NOTE: The list is quite extensive, and it may be easier/quicker (and better for memory retention) to write them by hand as you watch the video and submit a screenshot of your list.
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Section 4: Language Learning Lab
Repeat after me
You will now use an engaging method to help your Spanish skills: Repeating. The Repeating method is when you listen to a word or phrase and repeat after it
- Watch (listen) to the video below and record yourself REPEATING all the vocabulary phrases in both languages.
- Share a bit about your experience and the answers to the following:
- What was your experience like with repeating? (Fun? Challenging? Stressful? Simple? Useful?) Explain in English, as text.
- Based on this experience, do you think shadowing might (or might not) be a good way to increase your Spanish skills? Explain in English, as text.
- Submit and audio link of your shadowing practice and the response to the questions above.
When a submission requires an audio file, please do not upload video or audio files. Instead, use a tool such as Vocaroo to record audio and share the link.
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Section 5: At Work
More Directions
Practice giving directions to a potential patient or customer at work. First, watch the video below, which will also give you some great listening practice. Based on the video:
- Choose 3 phrases which would be helpful for you to know.
- You will use the phrases in the next Part
- Create a short script of a conversation between you as though you are working in a medical setting and a Spanish-speaking patient who is asking for directions (within the medical setting: how to get to the pharmacy, the emergency room, the cafeteria, etc. - you choose!)
- The script should consist of at least 10 lines (5 for each of the characters speaking) and it should be in Spanish and English
- Record the audio for the script. You can play the voice for both 'characters' in the recording or you can have a friend or family help you record by playing the second character.
- Submit your script and audio link.
If the post requires an audio file, please do not upload video or audio files. Instead, use a tool such as Vocaroo to record audio and share the link.
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Section 6: Culture
Most useful languages to learn
Given that you are studying Spanish (whether it is an academic requirement or not!) and given the growth of the Spanish language here in the U.S. it might be worthwhile to explore some career possibilities for those of you who are (or plan to be) bilingual. You already know that Spanish is helpful in the Health Professions, but it may be interesting for you to see what other professions are options for those who are bilingual.
Watch the videos below about careers for bilingual individuals and the most useful languages to learn.
Based on the videos (Ignore any 'sales' aspects of the videos):
- List the 7 most useful languages to learn (based on the video).
- From the video, what are 2 reasons we should learn a foreign language?
- From your own experience or goals, what are 2 reasons you should learn a foreign language?
- List your future Spanish goals: What level of Spanish would you like to acquire? What do you feel is your current level of Spanish?
Submit your work as a Word or PDF document in the appropriate assignment submission area of your course's Learning Management System (Blackboard, Canvas, Moodle, D2L, Google classroom, etc.)
When applicable: Please do not upload video or audio files. Instead, use a tool such as Vocaroo to record audio or Screencast-o-matic to record videos, and share the link.
When applicable: Use a tool such as Google Translate, Forvo, DeepL or SpanishDict to check your grammar and/or pronunciation.
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Section 7: "Academic Honesty and Resource Acknowledgment Statement"
Please submit a statement affirming that the work you submit is your own, indicating that you have watched the videos, read the lessons, recorded your own audio, any screenshots are of your own work that you completed, and that composed your own sentences. Additionally, please provide an explanation of the resources or help, including any AI tools, that you utilized in the process of completing this work.
Module 9: Medical Terminology
Medical Terminology
Sections to complete and approximate time needed to complete each (may vary depending on your Spanish level, effort and interest)
- Warm-Up (15 - 30 minutes)
- Authentic Conversation (30 - 60 minutes)
- Vocabulary Builder (15 - 30 minutes)
- Language Learning Lab (30 - 60 minutes)
- At Work (30 - 60 minutes)
- Culture (15 - 30 minutes)
- "Academic Honesty and Resource Acknowledgment Statement" (15 minutes): Please submit a statement affirming that the work you submit is your own, indicating that you have watched the videos, read the lessons, recorded your own audio, any screenshots are of your own work that you completed, and that composed your own sentences. Additionally, please provide an explanation of the resources or help, including any AI tools, that you utilized in the process of completing this work.
YouTube Tips:
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When applicable: Use a tool such as Google Translate, Forvo, DeepL or SpanishDict to check your grammar and/or pronunciation. Please share which (if any) translation platforms you used.
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Section 1: Warm-Up
Talking about health
Learn some health-related Spanish conversation and get some listening practiceby watching the video below and:
- Share 5 new, interesting or useful phrases you learned from the video, in English and Spanish, as text and audio.
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Section 2: Authentic Conversation
Medical Terms Scavenger Hunt
Conduct your own research and:
- Find two videos where Spanish-learners such as yourself can learn about Medical Terms in Spanish. The videos should be from a credible source, appropriate, and for the level of this class that you would recommend for someone who would like to improve their Spanish for a profession/work in YOUR current or future field.
- Share the links to the videos chose and their titles
- State why you chose the videos and why you would recommend them to someone else.
- Watch at least one video posted by a peer and comment on your experience with the video (What did you learn? How was it helpful? etc.).
- Also, share TWO new phrases you learned from that video (Spanish and English - audio and text)
Post to the appropriate Discussion Board area of your course's Learning Management System (Blackboard, Canvas, Moodle, D2L, Google classroom, etc.)
Use a tool such as Google Translate, Forvo, DeepL or SpanishDict to check your grammar and/or pronunciation.
If the post requires an audio file, please do not upload video or audio files. Instead, use a tool such as Vocaroo to record audio and share the link. Note: If the Discussion Board is in a 'Padlet', this platform has an audio recording function as well.
Sample video and explanation: I chose this because it has medical terminology in Spanish but also explains the terms in English. I recommend this video because the content is simple but useful for someone who is studying anything related to the medicap profession or anatomy.
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Section 3: Vocabulary Builder
Hospital Vocabulary
Learn or practice important vocabulary by doing the following:
Activity 1:
Access the Spanish Academy Lesson Link below: Click the provided link to access the vocabulary practice set.
Review and Practice: Familiarize yourself with the vocabulary words, phrases and their meanings.
Record audio of you reading all the phrases from the Section titled: Useful Hospital in Spanish Phrases
Submit Proof of Completion: Submit a link of your audio
Activity 2: Also from the lesson, choose at least 10 words or phrases that would be useful for you in your current or future career. Type the list of words to your Spanish Glossary (English and Spanish versions) and submit a screenshot of the list in your Spanish Glossary or a separate PDF document containing the list in your Spanish Glossary.
Spanish Academy Lesson Link
Optional: For a comprehensive glossary of Medical terms, click here.
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Section 4: Language Learning Lab
False Friends
Learn about False Cognates (also known as False Friends) in Spanish from the slides below which you can access by clicking the link below. Based on what you learned from the slides:
- Type the list of words to your Spanish Glossary (English and Spanish versions) and submit a screenshot of the list or a separate PDF document containing the list.
- Research and find 5 other False Cognates in Spanish and include them in your Spanish Glossary. Submit a screenshot of the list or a separate PDF document containing the list. Make sure that the False Cognates YOU found are clearly labeled as such.
- Explain why it is important for you to be aware of these (and other) Spanish-English False Cognates and how now knowing them might negatively affect an outome at work.
SLIDES LINK
Additional Resource: 55 False Cognates in Spanish That Will Kill Your Conversation
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Section 5: At Work
Common Healthcare Phrases
Learn useful Spanish for patient visits with the video below. Based on the video you will:
PARTE 1
- From the video, list all the healthcare phrases, in English and Spanish as audio and text.
- You will use the phrases in the next Part (PARTE 2)
PARTE 2
- Create a short script of a conversation between a doctor (or other health professional related to your field) and a patient or client during a medical/health-related visit. It should be related to your current or future field.
- Incorporate the 4 phrases from PARTE 1 into the script.
- The script should consist of at least 10 lines (5 for each of the characters speaking) and it should be in Spanish and English
- Record the audio for the script. You can play the voice for both 'characters' in the recording or you can have a friend or family help you record by playing the second character.
- Submit the written script and audio link.
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Section 6: Culture
High and Low-Context Cultures
Learn a bit more about differences in cultures as far as how they communicate (and with 'how many' words!) .
Based on the videos below (and any extra research you need to conduct):
- Define high-context and low-context cultures
- Is the U.S. a high-context or low-context culture? Explain
- Are Latin American countries high or low context? Explain
- Why might it be important for your current or future career to be aware of the distinction betwee High and Low context cultures?
- If you were to work with/ assist someone from a Latin American culture, what would you do in order to establish trust? Use specific evidence from the video as well as your own opinion.
- Share links/resources where you got the information
Submit your work as a Word or PDF document in the appropriate assignment submission area of your course's Learning Management System (Blackboard, Canvas, Moodle, D2L, Google classroom, etc.)
When applicable: Please do not upload video or audio files. Instead, use a tool such as Vocaroo to record audio or Screencast-o-matic to record videos, and share the link.
When applicable: Use a tool such as Google Translate, Forvo, DeepL or SpanishDict to check your grammar and/or pronunciation.
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Section 7: "Academic Honesty and Resource Acknowledgment Statement"
Please submit a statement affirming that the work you submit is your own, indicating that you have watched the videos, read the lessons, recorded your own audio, any screenshots are of your own work that you completed, and that composed your own sentences. Additionally, please provide an explanation of the resources or help, including any AI tools, that you utilized in the process of completing this work.
Module 10: Food and Nutrition
Food and Nutrition
Sections to complete and approximate time needed to complete each (may vary depending on your Spanish level, effort and interest)
- Warm-Up (15 - 30 minutes)
- Authentic Conversation (30 - 60 minutes)
- Vocabulary Builder (15 - 30 minutes)
- Language Learning Lab (30 - 60 minutes)
- At Work (30 - 60 minutes)
- Culture (15 - 30 minutes)
- "Academic Honesty and Resource Acknowledgment Statement" (15 minutes): Please submit a statement affirming that the work you submit is your own, indicating that you have watched the videos, read the lessons, recorded your own audio, any screenshots are of your own work that you completed, and that composed your own sentences. Additionally, please provide an explanation of the resources or help, including any AI tools, that you utilized in the process of completing this work.
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When applicable: Use a tool such as Google Translate, Forvo, DeepL or SpanishDict to check your grammar and/or pronunciation. Please share which (if any) translation platforms you used.
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Section 1: Warm-Up
La siesta
To exemplify a cultural difference in routines between the U.S. and Spain (and some Latin American countries) that relates to time and food, there is no better example than the siesta. An interesting part of daily routines in Spain is the Siesta. There are also medical (and other) reasons for this tradition as you will learn from the videos below
Watch the following videos, and based on the videos, In English:
- Explain the concept of a siesta and how you feel about it! Did you know about it? Would you like to incorporate it into your daily life? How would U.S. be different if the siesta was a part of our culture?
- Explain sobremesa and how it might be important to be aware of this practice whether in daily life or in the workplace if working with individuals from other countries.
- What is the 'medical' explanation behind the need for a siesta? Where does the term come from?
- Please provide enough details and evidence from the videos as well as your own thoughts in your submission. Please submit your assignment in the appropriate assignment submission area of your course with a video link a Word document or PDF.
Submit your work as a Word or PDF document in the appropriate assignment submission area of your course's Learning Management System (Blackboard, Canvas, Moodle, D2L, Google classroom, etc.)
When applicable: Please do not upload video or audio files. Instead, use a tool such as Vocaroo to record audio or Screencast-o-matic to record videos, and share the link.
When applicable: Use a tool such as Google Translate, Forvo, DeepL or SpanishDict to check your grammar and/or pronunciation.
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Section 2: Authentic Conversation
At the restaurant
A common place we visit at home, at work or when traveling is a restaurant, so knowing how to order food in Spanish can be helpful. To learn more about ordering food, watch the following videos.
Based on the conversations from the YouTube Playlist videos you will:
PARTE 1
- From each video, choose 2 phrases which would be helpful for you to know.
- You will use the phrases in the next Part (PARTE 2)
PARTE 2
- Create a short script of a conversation of two or more people where you are at a work dinner, work cafeteria, etc. Incorporate the 4 phrases from PARTE 1 into the script. The character pairs could be:
- you and a friend/colleague about to order at a restaurant/function/banquet, etc.
- you and a waiter/waitress
- The script should consist of at least 10 lines (5 for each of the characters speaking) and it should be in Spanish and English
- Record the audio for the script. You can play the voice for both 'characters' in the recording or you can have a friend or family help you record by playing the second character.
- Post your script. You do not have to but are encouraged to read, listen and respond to the posts of others.
All posts must be respectful and contribute positively to an atmosphere of civility and cooperation.
Post to the appropriate Discussion Board area of your course's Learning Management System (Blackboard, Canvas, Moodle, D2L, Google classroom, etc.) NOTE: If posting to a PADLET wall, please take a screenshot (or copy and paste the text) to also submit with the rest of the Module sections.
When applicable: Use a tool such as Google Translate, Forvo, DeepL or SpanishDict to check your grammar and/or pronunciation. Please share which (if any) translation platforms you used.
If the post requires an audio file, please do not upload video or audio files. Instead, use a tool such as Vocaroo to record audio and share the link. Note: If the Discussion Board is in a 'Padlet', this platform has an audio recording function as well.
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Section 3: Vocabulary Builder
Food Vocabulary
Activity 1: As you watch the video, record yourself repeating each of the words and phrases from the video. Submit a link to your audio.
Activity 2: Type the list of words to your Spanish Glossary (English and Spanish versions) and submit a screenshot of the list in your Spanish Glossary or a separate PDF document containing the list in your Spanish Glossary.
Additional Resource: Featured Food and Drink lists | SpanishDictionary.com
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Section 4: Language Learning Lab
Train your Brain
There are many challenges we are faced with when learning something new. However, for most of us, few of those challenges have to do with the subject matter itself but rather our approach or thoughts. Learn some strategies on how to overcome some of these challenges by watching the video below.
- Based on the video, in English:
- State 3 new, interesting or useful facts you learned about learning. Provide enough details from the video to fully explain.
- Explain how you will use the knowledge/strategies from the video to help you learn Spanish more efficiently.
- Based on your own experience, in English:
- What are the biggest challenges you have faced in this class so far?
- How have you/will/could you overcome them?
- Have your views on your ability to learn Spanish changed since the beginning of the course? Explain.
- Have your views on your interest in learning Spanish changed since the beginning of the course? Explain with enough details to support your answer.
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Section 5: At Work
Nutrition
Learn useful Spanish for patient visits with the video below. Based on the video you will:
PARTE 1
- From the video, list fove (5) healthcare phrases related to nutirition and exercise (actual phrases, sentences or questions and NOT single vocabulary words), in English and Spanish as audio and text.
- You will use the phrases in the next Part (PARTE 2)
PARTE 2
- Create a short script of a conversation between a doctor (or health, nutrition or exercise professional) and a patient or client during a medical/health-related visit.
- Incorporate 3 phrases from PARTE 1 into the script.
- The script should consist of at least 10 lines (5 for each of the characters speaking) and it should be in Spanish and English
- Record the audio for the script. You can play the voice for both 'characters' in the recording or you can have a friend or family help you record by playing the second character.
- Submit the written script and audio link.
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Section 6: Culture
Different Words for the Same Thing
Be surprised by learning how different Spanish-speaking countries have various words for the same thing by watching the video below.
- Based on each video, share 3 'items/things' mentioned and share the different Spanish words for each. This will be 3 set of words from each video, for a total of 6. Include the English version and all the Spanish versions.
- Why might it be important in your current or future profession to be aware that there are different words for the same thing in Spanish?
For example: Auto/Car can be: Auto, automovil, carro and coche
(Please use other examples! Do not use Auto)
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Section 7: "Academic Honesty and Resource Acknowledgment Statement"
Please submit a statement affirming that the work you submit is your own, indicating that you have watched the videos, read the lessons, recorded your own audio, any screenshots are of your own work that you completed, and that composed your own sentences. Additionally, please provide an explanation of the resources or help, including any AI tools, that you utilized in the process of completing this work.
Additional Resources (Optional)
Food and more food!
Whether at home, school, work or travel, we all have to eat! To increase your vocabulary of food items, click on the lesson below to access SpanishDict quizzes where you will learn some food-related vocabulary.
Module 11: Technology and the Office
Technology and the Office
Sections to complete and approximate time needed to complete each (may vary depending on your Spanish level, effort and interest)
- Warm-Up (15 - 30 minutes)
- Authentic Conversation (30 - 60 minutes)
- Vocabulary Builder (15 - 30 minutes)
- Language Learning Lab (30 - 60 minutes)
- At Work (30 - 60 minutes)
- Culture (15 - 30 minutes)
- "Academic Honesty and Resource Acknowledgment Statement" (15 minutes): Please submit a statement affirming that the work you submit is your own, indicating that you have watched the videos, read the lessons, recorded your own audio, any screenshots are of your own work that you completed, and that composed your own sentences. Additionally, please provide an explanation of the resources or help, including any AI tools, that you utilized in the process of completing this work.
YouTube Tips:
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When applicable: Use a tool such as Google Translate, Forvo, DeepL or SpanishDict to check your grammar and/or pronunciation. Please share which (if any) translation platforms you used.
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Section 1: Warm-Up
Signs
Many signs, such as the traffic STOP sign are almost universal in that they have the same (or similar) shapes and colors that can easily be recognized. Other signs, however, rely more on words. Whether in or out of an office, it is a good idea to be able to recognize signs written in Spanish.
Click on the slides show below which has several images of signs in Spanish.
Based on the signs on the slides:
- Compile a list of the Spanish words and phrases from each sign, and find an English translation for each.
- Then, find an equivalent image of that sign in English.
- Submit a list with 3 columns; 1 column for the Spanish words/phrases from the sign; 1 column for the English version; 1 column for the image of the sign.
- Recommended: Add this list to your Spanish Glossary
SIGNS SLIDES
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Section 2: Authentic Conversation
Technology Items
Learn about some technology items commonly found in an office (and at home) with the video below. Based on the video, to the Discussion Board:
- List 5 items that were new or useful for you, in Engllish and Spanish.
- Post your written list
- Then, think of your current or future place of work in the Health/Medical field, and in English and Spanish:
- Create a list of 10 items (supplies, machinery, technology, etc.) that would be essential there.
- Post your written list and include your job title and the location/workplace/type of office where these items would be found.
- Try to find the post of a classmate who will be working in a similar position or workplace as you, and respond to their post with comparisons of the items you chose or any other information or comments you would like to make. If there is no one with a similar position, then chose any other post to respond to.
Additional Resource: Tech Vocab Quizlet: (there is one misspelling - Chat room = Sala de charla)
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Section 3: Vocabulary Builder
Cognates to increase vocabulary quickly
Cognates are pairs of words that sound alike and have the same meaning in two different languages. They are useful first steps in learning a new language.
Spanish and English share hundreds of cognates and have borrowed from each other for centuries.
Below is a video to get you started, and also, please go to this online lesson from Real Fast Spanish. (Note: the video has an error with the cognate for delicious - in Spanish, it is delicioso. Extra credit if you can spot some additional errors!)
- List the 12 cognate rules mentioned in the video.
- State your profession and/or major (in Spanish and English)
- Based on your current or future work situation(s), conduct some research and find 20 Spanish-English cognates that would be useful to know for your current or future profession
- Submit a list of the 20 cognates in Spanish and English AND explain why you chose them/how they would be helpful for you
- Submit an audio recording link of you stating the cognates (English and Spanish)
Submit your work as a Word or PDF document in the appropriate assignment submission area of your course's Learning Management System (Blackboard, Canvas, Moodle, D2L, Google classroom, etc.)
When applicable: Please do not upload video or audio files. Instead, use a tool such as Vocaroo to record audio or Screencast-o-matic to record videos, and share the link.
When applicable: Use a tool such as Google Translate, Forvo, DeepL or SpanishDict to check your grammar and/or pronunciation.
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Section 4: Language Learning Lab
Translating by using context
For this assignment, you will try out translating first WITHOUT help and then WITH the help of online resources.
NOTE: The goal here is NOT to have a perfect translation but to give you a sense of translating by using context.
This will help you for upcoming tasks where you will translate business documents.
You will first read the text you will find at the end of this page. Then:
1. Translate the text to English WITHOUT using any apps - title this translation NO APP TRANSLATION (remember the goal is not an accurate translation but for you to give translation a try!)
2. Create a list of 10-20 words that you did not know and translate them using any of the resources you have (Linguee, SpanishDict, etc. - try to extend beyond Google Translate) - TYPE YOUR LIST IN BOTH LANGUAGES and title this translation NEW WORDS
3. Return to original and translate again. Did the translation get better? Explain.
4. Now, copy and paste (or type) the original Spanish text into translator app and compare YOUR TRANSLATION with the APP translation. Title this new translation APP TRANSLATION
5. Compare translations - how close was your translation to the APP translation? Yours might be more accurate than the app, do you think so?
Submit ALL written translations, properly labeled as per the instructions above AND:
Included with your translations document: Share how this process went for you: (1) How long did it take? (2) How accurate was your initial translation? (3) How did the translation improve after you increased your vocabulary by looking up the words? (4) Was this activity challenging? Simple? Fun? Useful? Explain.
Translate the following
6 ejercicios que practica cada día la neurocientífica Wendy Suzuki para mejorar su fortaleza mental
Es raro imaginar la ansiedad como algo positivo. ¿Qué tiene de bueno sentirse nervioso y preocupado?
Según Wendy Suzuki, neurocientífica y profesora del Centro de Ciencias Neuronales de la Universidad de Nueva York, la ansiedad puede ser una buena emoción.
En lugar de luchar contra ella, Suzuki cuenta que durante su vida ha utilizado esa emoción para ser más productiva, más optimista, y, en última instancia, más resistente.
La investigadora —autora del libro Good Anxiety: Harnessing the Power of the Most Misunderstood Emotion ("Ansiedad buena: aprovechando el poder de la emoción más incomprendida" en español, que se publica este mes)— se ha especializado en el estudio de la plasticidad del cerebro y los efectos transformadores del ejercicio físico en la salud mental y el desarrollo cognitivo.
Full Article: https://www.bbc.com/mundo/noticias-58442859
Submit your work as a Word or PDF document in the appropriate assignment submission area of your course's Learning Management System (Blackboard, Canvas, Moodle, D2L, Google classroom, etc.)
When applicable: Please do not upload video or audio files. Instead, use a tool such as Vocaroo to record audio or Screencast-o-matic to record videos, and share the link.
When applicable: Use a tool such as Google Translate, Forvo, DeepL or SpanishDict to check your grammar and/or pronunciation.
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Section 5: At Work
Technology for Work
At work, school and daily life, we all use technology. It is helpful to know some common terms and phrases in Spanish, especially if we encounter a Spanish-speaker. Watch the following video, which will also give you some excellent listening practice (notice the accent from Argentina!).
- Based on the video, list 5 different phrases (not single words) that may be useful for you in your current or future job.
- The phrases should be in English and Spanish as audio and text.
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Section 6: Culture
Cultural Differences
Read this article from Abasto titled Cultural Differences between Americans and Hispanics
Based on the article you read about cultural differences between the American and Hispanic Cultures:
- Create an image-with-text artifact highlighting the five differences between both cultures you found most interesting. Include enough detail about these differences and conduct additional research if needed.
- For each difference, explain how this knowledge would be helpful in your carrer/field.
You could create a Padlet, Google Slides, PowerPoint, Quizlet or you could create an infographic using the Canva platform. It does not matter what you use as long as you include the 5 differences with images to augment the text.
SAMPLE SUBMISSION
Submit your work as a PDF document in the appropriate assignment submission area of your course's Learning Management System (Blackboard, Canvas, Moodle, D2L, Google classroom, etc.)
When applicable: Please do not upload video or audio files. Instead, use a tool such as Vocaroo to record audio or Screencast-o-matic to record videos, and share the link.
When applicable: Use a tool such as Google Translate, Forvo, DeepL or SpanishDict to check your grammar and/or pronunciation.
Additional Resources (Optional)
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Section 7: "Academic Honesty and Resource Acknowledgment Statement"
Please submit a statement affirming that the work you submit is your own, indicating that you have watched the videos, read the lessons, recorded your own audio, any screenshots are of your own work that you completed, and that composed your own sentences. Additionally, please provide an explanation of the resources or help, including any AI tools, that you utilized in the process of completing this work.
Additional Resources
Complete cognates lesson from Real Fast Spanish: https://www.realfastspanish.com/vocabulary/spanish-cognates
Module 12: Forms and Paperwork
Forms and Paperwork
Sections to complete and approximate time needed to complete each (may vary depending on your Spanish level, effort and interest)
- Warm-Up (15 - 30 minutes)
- Authentic Conversation (30 - 60 minutes)
- Vocabulary Builder (15 - 30 minutes)
- Language Learning Lab (30 - 60 minutes)
- At Work (30 - 60 minutes)
- Culture (15 - 30 minutes)
- "Academic Honesty and Resource Acknowledgment Statement" (15 minutes): Please submit a statement affirming that the work you submit is your own, indicating that you have watched the videos, read the lessons, recorded your own audio, any screenshots are of your own work that you completed, and that composed your own sentences. Additionally, please provide an explanation of the resources or help, including any AI tools, that you utilized in the process of completing this work.
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To slow down the audio speed of a video, click on the icon, click on ‘Playback Speed’ and choose the speed.
When applicable: Use a tool such as Google Translate, Forvo, DeepL or SpanishDict to check your grammar and/or pronunciation. Please share which (if any) translation platforms you used.
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Section 1: Warm-Up
How computers translate human language
Have you thought about how computers (translation apps) translate human language? Learn about this topic with the video below, and based on the video, in English, Spanish or both:
- State 2 new, interesting or useful facts you learned.
- What are 2 ways you will/could/might be more aware when using app translations for daily life, class and work as a result of what you learned from the video?
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Section 2: Authentic Conversation
100 palabras (100 words)
Would you believe that 100 Spanish words cover 50% of spoken conversation? Decide for yourself by watching this 5-minute video containing the words.
- After you watch the video, create a set of THREE ESSENTIAL phrases for your work using ONLY the words in the video.
- Submit the sentences in English and Spanish and explain:
- Were you able to create complete sentences?
- You may want to check your sentences using more than one translation app since some translation apps 'fix' grammatical errors in translation.
- Did you have to add words? What type of words? (verbs, nouns, adjectives, etc)
- What type of words would you need to add to the 100-word list? Why?
- What did you learn from this assignment?
- Were you able to create complete sentences?
- You do not need to respond to the posts of others but are encouraged to!
Post to the appropriate Discussion Board area of your course's Learning Management System (Blackboard, Canvas, Moodle, D2L, Google classroom, etc.)
Use a tool such as Google Translate, Forvo, DeepL or SpanishDict to check your grammar and/or pronunciation.
If the post requires an audio file, please do not upload video or audio files. Instead, use a tool such as Vocaroo to record audio and share the link. Note: If the Discussion Board is in a 'Padlet', this platform has an audio recording function as well.
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Section 3: Vocabulary Builder
Common vocabulary found on forms and applications
Learn or practice important vocabulary for filling out forms in Spanish (or helping out a Spanish-speaker filling out a form in English) by doing the following:
Access the Quizlet Link: Click the provided Quizlet link to access the vocabulary practice set.
Review and Practice: Familiarize yourself with the vocabulary words and their meanings. Practice using different study modes available on Quizlet.
Complete the Practice: Work through the vocabulary practice thoroughly, ensuring you're comfortable with the meanings and usage of each word.
Submit Proof of Completion: Take a screenshot of one completed Quizlet session and submit it as proof of completion.
QUIZLET LINK
Note: There are 2 misspelled words in the flashcards. One is the Spanish word for FEMININE which in Spanish is FEMENINO/A. As a challenge, try to find the other misspelled word!
If the link above does not work, you can copy and paste this link to a different tab:
https://quizlet.com/569248743/spanish-filling-out-forms-flash-cards/?i=e5fdo&x=1jqt
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Section 4: Language Learning Lab
Translating a patient form
Learn some vocabulary useful for a translating a patient form from Spanish to English with the form below.
- First, look at the image below and try to translate it WITHOUT using a translation app. You can print the form and write the translation by hand, take a screenshot and type your translation on a document to submit, etc.)
- Remember, translate as much of the application as you are able to do WITHOUT looking at a translator app and save the file. Name it ORIGINAL TRANSLATION
- DO NOT worry about how little or how accurate this is. It does not matter at this time!
- Remember, translate as much of the application as you are able to do WITHOUT looking at a translator app and save the file. Name it ORIGINAL TRANSLATION
- Then, click on the link below the image and find the actual English translation to compare with your original translation.
- Submit your original translation as a screenshot (or copy and paste text or separate document) AND include a short statement of how this activity went for you? About how much were you able to translate without the app? What strategies did you use? How useful was this exercise/ What did you learn?
Translate the following form:
PDF link (from Cigna Health) to check your translation is on Page 36. Here you can also find a collection of Medical-related forms in English and Spanish.
If the link above does not work, copy and paste this link to a new tab:
https://www.cigna.com/static/www-cigna-com/docs/commonly-used-spanish-patient-forms.pdf
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Section 5: At Work
Phrases for Medical Professionals
Increase your knowledge of Spanish phrases related to helping patients during a medical visit with some interactive practice with SpanishDict.
Click on the SpanishDict link below, and:
- Complete all 3 lessons/activities from the page (see image below which will show you what the screen looks like) and complete the activities. Submit a screenshot(s) showing completion.
NOTE: If you have not registered yet to SpanishDict, you will need to do so with a Google Account. It is a free platform, but if you have the means, the paid version is highly recommended by students!
SPANISHDICT ACTIVITIES
Hint: In the SpanishDict activities, if you hover with your mouse above the Spanish sentences, you will see the English translation.
If the above link does not work, copy and paste this link to a new tab:
https://www.spanishdict.com/guide/basic-spanish-for-medical-professionals
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Section 6: Culture
(There are 2 parts in this section)
PARTE 1: Learn Honorifics
As you already know, in Spanish, there is a formal and informal way to address people, and honorifics are one such way. This will help when speaking to individuals as well as when filling out forms.
- Watch the video below to learn (or review) honorifics, and based on the video, list all the honorifics you learned and include a brief description of how/when each is used.
PARTE 2: Practice Honorifics
Now, test your newly acquired honorifics vocabulary with the video below. Complete the activity as per the video instructions, and submit a statement of how well you did. Were you able to get them all correct? Could you use more practice?
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Section 7: "Academic Honesty and Resource Acknowledgment Statement"
Please submit a statement affirming that the work you submit is your own, indicating that you have watched the videos, read the lessons, recorded your own audio, any screenshots are of your own work that you completed, and that composed your own sentences. Additionally, please provide an explanation of the resources or help, including any AI tools, that you utilized in the process of completing this work.
Module 13: Mental Health Phrases
Mental Health Phrases
Sections to complete and approximate time needed to complete each (may vary depending on your Spanish level, effort and interest)
- Warm-Up (15 - 30 minutes)
- Authentic Conversation (30 - 60 minutes)
- Vocabulary Builder (15 - 30 minutes)
- Language Learning Lab (30 - 60 minutes)
- At Work (30 - 60 minutes)
- Culture (15 - 30 minutes)
- "Academic Honesty and Resource Acknowledgment Statement" (15 minutes): Please submit a statement affirming that the work you submit is your own, indicating that you have watched the videos, read the lessons, recorded your own audio, any screenshots are of your own work that you completed, and that composed your own sentences. Additionally, please provide an explanation of the resources or help, including any AI tools, that you utilized in the process of completing this work.
YouTube Tips:
To view subtitles, click on the icon.
To view subtitles translated to any language, click on the icon, then click on the icon, click on ‘Auto-translate’ and choose the language you would like.
To slow down the audio speed of a video, click on the icon, click on ‘Playback Speed’ and choose the speed.
When applicable: Use a tool such as Google Translate, Forvo, DeepL or SpanishDict to check your grammar and/or pronunciation. Please share which (if any) translation platforms you used.
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Section 1: Warm-Up
What is Mental Health? (Escucha / Listen)
Mental Health (Salud Mental in Spanish) is an important topic. Learn about Mental Health as it would be explained to a child, in Spanish, and at the same time, get some listening and comprehension practice.
- First, watch the video below. Watch it all in Spanish (without English captions) and DO NOT worry about understanding much at this time.
- Listen for words, phrases you recognize and use context clues and take notes by hand as you watch because you will write a summary later. You can stop and start the video as needed, but play it only in Spanish. LATER, YOU CAN TURN ON THE AUTO-TRANSLATE CAPTIONS, BUT THE FIRST TIME, PLEASE DO NOT USE THE ENGLISH CAPTIONS. HOWEVER, YOU CAN USE THE SPANISH SUBTITLES/CAPTIONS.
- Then, write a short summary of the video, by hand/handwritten (in English) OR take handwritten notes as you watch. If you are a beginner Spanish speaker, your summary (or notes) will be limited, and that is OK!!!
- Keep the summary and notes (the notes should be hand-written!) so you can compare it to the actual video content.
- Now, re-watch the video, but this time, click on the CC icon at the bottom-right of the video screen, and you will see the captions in English.
- Read the English captions as you watch again and when done, compare the actual video content to your summary. How close were you? How much were you able to understand initially? What strategies did you use to understand?
- Submit your initial handwritten summary and handwritten notes (upload photo, image of you summary sheet), answers to the above questions and share how this experience went for you? Simple? Challenging? Frustrating? What did you learn?
YouTube Tips:
To view subtitles, click on the icon.
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Section 2: Authentic Conversation
Mental Health Resources
Conduct some reasearh on resources where Health Professionals can learn about Mental Health Phrases in Spanish.
- On the Discussion Board, share the 2 best resources you found and explain how they would be useful.
- As a response post, visit the resources from at least to other students, and share your thoughts on the resources and how or if they would be helpful for you.
Post to the appropriate Discussion Board area of your course's Learning Management System (Blackboard, Canvas, Moodle, D2L, Google classroom, etc.)
Use a tool such as Google Translate, Forvo, DeepL or SpanishDict to check your grammar and/or pronunciation.
If the post requires an audio file, please do not upload video or audio files. Instead, use a tool such as Vocaroo to record audio and share the link. Note: If the Discussion Board is in a 'Padlet', this platform has an audio recording function as well.
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Section 3: Vocabulary Builder
Mental Health Vocabulary
Learn or practice important vocabulary by doing the following:
- Based on the resources you found in the previous Section where you researched resources for Mental Health Phrases in Spanish, choose at least 10 phrases from each of the resources (for a total of at least 20) and type them into your Spanish Glossary which you created in an earlier Module and to which you have been adding content throughout. Submit a screenshot of the list as shown in your Glossary.
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Section 4: Language Learning Lab
Language Learning through Input
More and more, it is becoming accepted that language learning is most effective when it is 'input' based rather than filled with grammatical drills and other traditional methods. But, what is input based learning? Learn more about this with the following 13-minute video, and based on the video, answer the following questions, in English:
- What are the 4 important points to acquire language mentioned? List and briefly explain each.
- From the methods or learning strategies you have used in this course, which would you consider 'input' based?
- Define 'comprehensible input'
- What is the difference between 'acqusition' and 'learning' language?
- Based on what you learned from the video (or any research you conduct), do you agree comprehensible input is an effective method to learn languages? Explain why or why not?
- Moving forward, which other methods would you like to incorporate to help you increase your Spanish skills? Or which will you continue using? Why? Which ones would you stop using, if any?
Submit your work as a Word or PDF document in the appropriate assignment submission area of your course's Learning Management System (Blackboard, Canvas, Moodle, D2L, Google classroom, etc.)
When applicable: Please do not upload video or audio files. Instead, use a tool such as Vocaroo to record audio or Screencast-o-matic to record videos, and share the link.
When applicable: Use a tool such as Google Translate, Forvo, DeepL or SpanishDict to check your grammar and/or pronunciation.
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Section 5: At Work
What is Mental Health?
Watch the video below. Based on the video, create your own script (or you can duplicate what is in the video) and using your script, create a narrated slide show (or screencast video or video of yourself) where you define SALUD MENTAL as though you were presenting to potential clients, students or patients, just as the video host from the vide below.
The audio should be in Spanish, and there should be English subtitles or captions, just like the example video. Your Spanish audio should be between 3 - 5 minutes.
Submit a link to your video or narrated slides. Please DO NOT upload video or slides files.
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Section 6: Culture
Mental Health Issues
Learn more about Mental Health issues that may affect individuals from Latin America who are in the U.S. from the video below. Based on what you learn from the video, list at least 3 new or useful things you learned and explain why this is useful for you to know these as a current (or future) Healthcare/Medical professional.
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Section 7: "Academic Honesty and Resource Acknowledgment Statement"
Please submit a statement affirming that the work you submit is your own, indicating that you have watched the videos, read the lessons, recorded your own audio, any screenshots are of your own work that you completed, and that composed your own sentences. Additionally, please provide an explanation of the resources or help, including any AI tools, that you utilized in the process of completing this work.
Module 14: Saying Goodbye
Saying Goodbye
Sections to complete and approximate time needed to complete each (may vary depending on your Spanish level, effort and interest)
- Warm-Up (15 - 30 minutes)
- Authentic Conversation (30 - 60 minutes)
- Vocabulary Builder (15 - 30 minutes)
- Language Learning Lab (30 - 60 minutes)
- At Work (30 - 60 minutes)
- Culture (15 - 30 minutes)
- "Academic Honesty and Resource Acknowledgment Statement" (15 minutes): Please submit a statement affirming that the work you submit is your own, indicating that you have watched the videos, read the lessons, recorded your own audio, any screenshots are of your own work that you completed, and that composed your own sentences. Additionally, please provide an explanation of the resources or help, including any AI tools, that you utilized in the process of completing this work.
YouTube Tips:
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When applicable: Use a tool such as Google Translate, Forvo, DeepL or SpanishDict to check your grammar and/or pronunciation. Please share which (if any) translation platforms you used.
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Section 1: Warm-Up
Ojalá
Ojalá is a versatile word to indicate wishes and hopes. If you spend enough time around native Spanish speakers, you will hear it a lot1 It also has an interesting story which relates its origins to Arabic.
Based on the video below:
- Share 3 new or useful phrases you learned from the video that use Ojalá. The phrases should be in English and Spanish as audio and text.
- Create 3 phrases/sentences that use Ojalá that would be useful for you to know. The phrases should be in English and Spanish as audio and text.
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Section 2: Authentic Conversation
Adiós
Did you know? Adiós is Spanish for "goodbye" or "farewell". As we are nearing the end of this Spanish-learning journey, which hopefully you will continue, let's learn and practice how say 'goodbye' in Spanish.
Literally translated, the word is the contraction of "a" (to) and "Dios" (God), from the old Spanish phrase "A Dios vais" ("You're going to God", meaning to the Kingdom of Heaven), which appears in the novel Don Quixote.
- Here, we will say adiós to the course and each other. Hopefully you have had an enjoyable time, learned some basic Spanish language and culture as well as learned from and gotten to know some classmates.
- On the appropriate discussion board area, you are also welcome to reflect upon your Spanish journey as well as say goodbye to classmates.
- Meanwhile, learn 6 ways to say goodbye in Spanish with the video below, and make sure to practice them on your posts!
All posts must be respectful and contribute positively to an atmosphere of civility and cooperation.
Post to the appropriate Discussion Board area of your course's Learning Management System (Blackboard, Canvas, Moodle, D2L, Google classroom, etc.) NOTE: If posting to a PADLET wall, please take a screenshot (or copy and paste the text) to also submit with the rest of the Module sections.
When applicable: Use a tool such as Google Translate, Forvo, DeepL or SpanishDict to check your grammar and/or pronunciation. Please share which (if any) translation platforms you used.
If the post requires an audio file, please do not upload video or audio files. Instead, use a tool such as Vocaroo to record audio and share the link. Note: If the Discussion Board is in a 'Padlet', this platform has an audio recording function as well.
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Section 3: Vocabulary Builder
Terms related to Death and Dying
Learn or practice important vocabulary by doing the following:
Access the Quizlet Link: Click the provided Quizlet link to access the vocabulary practice set.
Review and Practice: Familiarize yourself with the vocabulary words and their meanings. Practice using different study modes available on Quizlet.
Complete the Practice: Work through the vocabulary practice thoroughly, ensuring you're comfortable with the meanings and usage of each word.
Submit Proof of Completion: Take a screenshot of one completed Quizlet session and submit it as proof of completion.
QUIZLET LINK
NOTE: There is one Spanish term misspelled: Well being = Bienestar (not Bienester)
If the link above does not work, you can copy and paste this link to a different tab:
https://quizlet.com/215528514/spanish-level-3-death-and-dying-flash-cards/?i=e5fdo&x=1jqt
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Section 4: Language Learning Lab
A Faster Way to Learn a Language
Continuing with the topic of how to learn languages most efficiently while enjoying the process, please watch the following video about another individual's perspective (and literal journey!) to learn languages (running time of about 14 minutes BUT YOU ONLY NEED TO WATCH THE FIRST 6 MINUTES- please disregard any 'sales' pitches/commercials and don't sign up for anything!)
Based on the video:
- Share what strategies or facts about language learning were new, most surprising or most useful to you.
- Define "High Frequency" words and whether you agree with this approach to language learning. Why or why not?
- List 50 'High Frequency' words that would be useful to know in Spanish for you for your current or future work in the Medical field - [Spanish and English list] STATE how/why you chose these words AND how they would be helpful. (Hint: Add these words to your Spanish Glossary)
- Define the PARETO PRINCIPLE as shown on video (and further research as needed) and how you might apply it to language learning? to learning in general?
- Did the video inspire you to do something different in the way you approach language learning? Why or why not? Explain
Please submit assignment in the appropriate submission area.
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Section 5: At Work
Talking about Death
While not easy to talk about, it is necessary to learn how to talk about death, in any language.
With the following video, you will not only get some excellent Spanish listening practice (notice the accent is from Spain!) but also learn some terms related to death and much more.
Based on the video:
- List the 5 signs to recognize a patient is dying, in English and Spanish, as audio and text.
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Section 6: Culture
Celebrations around Death
Unlike in most of the U.S. death may not be 'celebrated', however, that is not the case in Mexico and many parts of Latin America. But, why and how? Learn about this topin in the videos below, and based on EACH video:
- List 3 new or interesting facts you learned from each video.
- Share how the views shown on the video about death and the celebration differ from your own.
- Explain how the information from the videos might be helpful for you to know.
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Section 7: "Academic Honesty and Resource Acknowledgment Statement"
Please submit a statement affirming that the work you submit is your own, indicating that you have watched the videos, read the lessons, recorded your own audio, any screenshots are of your own work that you completed, and that composed your own sentences. Additionally, please provide an explanation of the resources or help, including any AI tools, that you utilized in the process of completing this work.