SPAN 10103Spanish I

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A beginning course designed for students having little or no knowledge of Spanish. Emphasis on basic oral and aural skills necessary to participate in simple conversations about one's immediate environment. Development of reading and writing skills needed for basic functioning in a Spanish-speaking situation. In the context of the development of language skills, students are introduced to contemporary culture and customs of the Spanish speaking world. Stress is placed on vocabulary acquisition, pronunciation and command of elementary structure.