Elementary Spanish I

Catalog description

This class is an introduction to the essentials of the Spanish language: reading, listening, speaking and writing skills. Various facets of Spanish-speaking cultures will be analyzed via cross-cultural comparisons. The overall goals of SPAN 120 are seen in terms of students performing linguistic tasks successfully, gaining self-confidence, relying on themselves and classmates, expanding their risk-taking in real-life communicative situations, and gaining an awareness of Latino cultures. The language students practice is realistic - what they would speak in a Spanish-speaking environment. Our online platform will present vocabulary and grammar in action through culture. This class is designed for students who do not have Spanish language background who wish to learn to begin to speak Spanish on a proficient level. Section information text: Cross listed with SPAN 120