Masterpieces of Hispanic Poetry: Teaching Literature in the Pre-AP and AP Spanish Classroom

from $590.00

Course Description

The study of Hispanic poetry represents a fundamental aspect of the curriculum of any Spanish class.  Poetic analysis is among one of the more challenging aspects of literary studies for students and instructors alike.  In this course, participants will read and analyze poetry of the Spanish-speaking world across different historical periods, literary movements, and themes.  In addition, this course will offer participants strategies and techniques for teaching poetry to students in the Pre-Advanced Placement classroom and in the AP Spanish Language and Culture and AP Spanish Literature and Culture classrooms.  Special attention will be given to the literary analysis using poetic devices as a way to explicate different themes in poetry.  Course participants will review the curricular underpinnings of the AP course frameworks and gain a solid understanding as to how poetry allows individuals to express their inner being.  ​Conducted in Spanish with some readings in English.

Required Texts 

There is no required textbook for this course. All materials are digital and will be provided in the online course.

Course Delivery 
Online weekly learning modules, collaborative discussion boards and instructor feedback. This course is not self-paced. 

Students who matriculate into an Instructor-Facilitated course should adhere to the dates listed on the website. Final coursework should be submitted within one week after the course end date. Course extensions beyond one week are subject to a $50 fee.

About the Instructor
Dr. Michael Orlando, Instructor. Read more about Michael here.

Click here to request a syllabus.

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Course Description

The study of Hispanic poetry represents a fundamental aspect of the curriculum of any Spanish class.  Poetic analysis is among one of the more challenging aspects of literary studies for students and instructors alike.  In this course, participants will read and analyze poetry of the Spanish-speaking world across different historical periods, literary movements, and themes.  In addition, this course will offer participants strategies and techniques for teaching poetry to students in the Pre-Advanced Placement classroom and in the AP Spanish Language and Culture and AP Spanish Literature and Culture classrooms.  Special attention will be given to the literary analysis using poetic devices as a way to explicate different themes in poetry.  Course participants will review the curricular underpinnings of the AP course frameworks and gain a solid understanding as to how poetry allows individuals to express their inner being.  ​Conducted in Spanish with some readings in English.

Required Texts 

There is no required textbook for this course. All materials are digital and will be provided in the online course.

Course Delivery 
Online weekly learning modules, collaborative discussion boards and instructor feedback. This course is not self-paced. 

Students who matriculate into an Instructor-Facilitated course should adhere to the dates listed on the website. Final coursework should be submitted within one week after the course end date. Course extensions beyond one week are subject to a $50 fee.

About the Instructor
Dr. Michael Orlando, Instructor. Read more about Michael here.

Click here to request a syllabus.

Course Description

The study of Hispanic poetry represents a fundamental aspect of the curriculum of any Spanish class.  Poetic analysis is among one of the more challenging aspects of literary studies for students and instructors alike.  In this course, participants will read and analyze poetry of the Spanish-speaking world across different historical periods, literary movements, and themes.  In addition, this course will offer participants strategies and techniques for teaching poetry to students in the Pre-Advanced Placement classroom and in the AP Spanish Language and Culture and AP Spanish Literature and Culture classrooms.  Special attention will be given to the literary analysis using poetic devices as a way to explicate different themes in poetry.  Course participants will review the curricular underpinnings of the AP course frameworks and gain a solid understanding as to how poetry allows individuals to express their inner being.  ​Conducted in Spanish with some readings in English.

Required Texts 

There is no required textbook for this course. All materials are digital and will be provided in the online course.

Course Delivery 
Online weekly learning modules, collaborative discussion boards and instructor feedback. This course is not self-paced. 

Students who matriculate into an Instructor-Facilitated course should adhere to the dates listed on the website. Final coursework should be submitted within one week after the course end date. Course extensions beyond one week are subject to a $50 fee.

About the Instructor
Dr. Michael Orlando, Instructor. Read more about Michael here.

Click here to request a syllabus.

Credit Options

Not sure which credit option to choose?  Learn more about each credit option here and review your state/district requirements.

45 Professional Development/Clock Hours: $590

  • Idioma Professional Development Certificate (accepted by most states)

  • Approved Illinois CPDU Certificate through partnership with CEII

  • Approved Massachusetts PDP Certificate

  • Approved New York CTLE Certificate

  • Approved Pennsylvania ACT48 Certificate

  • Approved Texas CPE Certificate

3 Graduate-Level Credits

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