SPAN 102Introduction to Spanish 2
- Units
- 0.50
- Faculty
- Arts
- Subject
- Spanish
When it runs
- F24
- W25
- S25
- F25
- W26
- S26
- F26
- W27
- S27
Ran in 4 of the last 7 terms. Winter 2027: scheduled, 2 lecture sections. Spring 2027: schedule not out yet.
This course is a continuation of SPAN 101, with emphasis being placed on more advanced elements of Spanish grammar and the spoken language. Students will be provided with a range of opportunities to gain practical insights into the customs and cultural contexts of the contemporary Spanish-speaking world.
Prerequisites
- Must have completed the following:
- SPAN101 - Introduction to Spanish 1 (0.50)
Antirequisites
- Complete all of the following
- Not completed: 4U Spanish
- Not open to students with native, near-native, or similar advanced ability
Leads to
Winter 2027 sections
| Section | Class | Enrolled | Meets |
|---|---|---|---|
| LEC 081 | 3134 | 0 / 60 | Online or by arrangement |
| LEC 701 | 1213 | 33 / 9999 | Online or by arrangement |
Reviewed on UW Flow
83% liked it63% easy86% useful
From 46 ratings and 10 comments on UW Flow. The most helpful comments, quoted as written, without names. Read them all on UW Flow.
Took this course online. It was definitely useful and you learn a lot. But compared to taking this on campus, you don't get much practice for Speaking/Presenting which is normally done in LABs. Your grades relies a lot on your online assignments, which aren't very hard to complete, and a 50% final exam. Overall, it was a good course that, combined with SPAN101, would allow you to understand Spanish.
May 2017 · liked it · 1 found this helpfulOn UW FlowRemove this
Practice everyday. Focus on verbs/conjugations. Make sure to read a lot of Spanish so you learn new words to make tests/exams more comprehensive. Do not submit things late (penalty marks add up). Take on-campus if you want to truly learn a language.
Apr 2015 · didn’t like it · 1 found this helpfulOn UW FlowRemove this
Super fun course! language labs with Jorge were the highlight of my term
Apr 2023 · liked itOn UW FlowRemove this
The coursework is pretty easy with regular tests and homework. Participation is worth a good chunk of your grade so you do have to go to class. The final exam is really hard compared to the work you do during the semester so be prepared for that. All in all it's a pretty standard course, not too easy, not too tough.
Apr 2023 · didn’t like itOn UW FlowRemove this
PROS: (1) online (2) well structured, amazing book - vista higher learning (if it has changed to McGraw Hill please run for your life) (3) had fun learning this (4) preferred self studying mostly (5) oral convo classes were engaging and fun (also often nerve wracking) but had mandatory attendance CONS: (1) your final will be worse than you expect (2) frequent hws, easy but just tiring and lengthy but they really help as well. TIPS: (1) ask questions through email if you must (2) make a close knit friends group (3) make sure you get the grammar down bc it is much trickier than 101.
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Discussed on r/uwaterloo
18 posts and comments in 17 threads mention SPAN 102, August 2012 to December 2024. Quoted word for word, newest first; each reply sits under the post and the comment that started its branch. Search r/uwaterloo for newer posts.
Spring 2024
Interesting courses for CS upper year (3A+) 13 points, 14 comments
“I am in CS, and I am just (after exams) done with with 2B. I only have CS 341 and CS 350 left in the mandatory courses for CS, and I will be on my 3A term in the coming Winter term. …”
u/james_dev_123: “… The most useful courses I ever took were SPAN 101, 102, 201A, etc.”
Fall 2021
[deleted by user] 6 points, 18 comments
u/HawkGrove: “… Also for the second language credit, SPAN102 is another large step up. …”
Spring 2020
Selling SPAN textbook 1 point, 1 comment
u/span101txtbook: “I’m selling a SPAN101/102 textbook. Please DM me if you’re interested. Thanks!”
Winter 2020
Taking French? 7 points, 6 comments
“So if I take one French course each school term from spring till I graduate, I will be able to take all the way from 101 to 192B. I barely know any French. Just wonder what those courses are like? …”
u/sharkusilly: “… I took SPAN101/102 in my last year of DD. …”
Fall 2019
Bird Course Thread (Winter 2020) 34 points, 17 comments
“ECON 101 easy (8) useful (6) GER 272 easy (7) useful (3)”
u/QuoteMaker_: “SPAN 101 \- easy (7) - useful (depends on student) SPAN 102 \- easy (7) - useful (depends on student) SPCOM 223 \- easy (depends on student) - useful (7) SPCOM 227 \- easy (8) - useful (6) ENGL 332 \- easy (8) - useful (5) PSYCH 101 \- easy (9) - useful (5)”
SPAN 102 ONLINE? 3 points, 2 comments
u/tinawx: “Does anyone know if the SPAN 102 online is only in the winter term? I hope I could take it online in the spring or fall term.”
u/lilipadis: “Looking at the previous course offerings and the Centre for Extended Learning's search function it seems that SPAN 102 is only offered online in the Winter term, while SPAN 101 offered in Fall & Spring.”
SPAN 102 ONLINE 1 point, 0 comments
Best Places to Eat in KW 58 points, 38 comments
“Hey guys, I was inspired by this post to post a list of some of the best places to eat around KW. Let me know if there are any good places I should add to the list. …”
u/waterwhoo: “I can second Gol's, Bao's, the Owl, Cafe Pyrus (their vegan burrito's also good), and Mayo. My additions... …”
u/sharkusilly: “Cactus is fantastic. Used to have a student discount if you showed your ID. When my SPAN102 class went as a end of term dinner, owner was great and we got to practice Spanish with the family. Prof considers it authentic Mexican food.”
Spring 2019
SPAN 101/102 Syllabus 4 points, 2 comments
u/Beotch4567: “Anyone have any previous in-class syllabi for span 101 and 102 using Viva they wouldn't mind sending my way? Much appreciated!”
Winter 2019
SPAN 102 Final 3 points, 0 comments
u/zabarybarak: “Anyone know if you have to pass the final to pass the course? You do in SPAN 101.”
Fall 2018
To take extra courses or not? 6 points, 10 comments
“So I am in a situation where I only need 3 more courses to graduate. It just feels weird only taking 3, so I was planning on doing some extra electives. …”
u/sharkusilly: “I fucked around with my electives in my last year. No regrets lol. I ended up taking SPAN101/102 and the courses were an absolute blast. One of my favourite experiences in all of undergrad actually lol”
What are some interesting/ fun courses to take as an elective? 4 points, 12 comments
“Doesn't have to be "bird" so long as it's something enjoyable. While "enjoyable" is subjective, I'm open-minded to new things. …”
u/sharkusilly: “I really enjoyed SPAN101 and SPAN102 with Regina. If you're in math, CO480 (History of math) was very interesting even though Bruni made it more difficult than expected.”
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