SpN 200 Syllabus

• This is a 16-week semester course. It runs January 21, through May 23.

• This is an online course with no mandatory meetings. Conventional lecture or grammar tutorials will not be offered, as all coursework is completed independently both in Canvas and Vistas Supersite.

• This is a vocabulary-heavy, grammar-intensive course. We also offer more accessible conversational Spanish courses.

• SPN 200 is a 4-unit course. Please allow 12 hours per week (3 hrs. per unit) to complete all weekly activities.

• All coursework is completed independently both in Canvas and Vistas Supersite.

• Most homework assignments are due on Sundays by 23:59; discussions will be due on Thursdays by 23:59. 

• Because this is an online course, basic computer skills are expected. 

• Good connectivity is essential for this class format. Wifi is available on campus.

• Dual-enrollment (high school) students: This is a college course, you will need to work at college level and adjust your semester calendar to Mendocino College's.

• If you have a high school-issued laptop, you will be responsible for finding ways to access the Internet independently, as we will complete many activities using various websites.

• We will use an electronic platform called Vistas, 7th edition, published by Vista Higher Learning (VHL).

• Use this link to purchase your access code through the publisher's online store. The Mendocino College bookstore sells it for a higher price.

• There are two options to choose from. Select the best option to match your needs:

  1. An all-digital bundle (including a digital textbook). $79.00

  2. Same as choice 1 + print copy of the textbook. $118.80

Shop smart

• Please do not purchase your access code/textbook through Amazon or "à la carte."

  1. Used copies and older editions don't include a valid access code.

  2. Again, the Mendocino College bookstore sells it for a higher price.

  3. The publisher offers a discounted price for MC students using the link only. À la carte prices are higher.

• If you are waiting for financial aid to purchase your materials, you may want to use the free 14-day grace period to avoid getting behind.  Contact me for that!