Course Description

Weekly live session Wednesdays 5:00 - 6:30PM ET

Students will embark on an exciting journey to learn the fundamentals of Spanish language and culture. Through interactive lessons, engaging activities, and multimedia resources, students will develop the necessary skills to communicate effectively in basic everyday situations.

Learner Outcomes

When you complete the course successfully, you will be able to:

• Develop proficiency in pronunciation, including the correct pronunciation of Spanish sounds and accurate intonation and stress patterns.
• Acquire essential vocabulary and grammar, including verb conjugation, noun-adjective agreement, sentence structure, and basic idiomatic expressions.
• Enhance listening and comprehension skills through exposure to authentic audio materials, such as dialogues, interviews, and recordings of native speakers.
• Build reading and writing skills by engaging with various texts, including short stories, articles, and simple dialogues. You will also practice writing basic sentences and short paragraphs to reinforce grammar concepts and vocabulary usage.
• Cultivate cultural awareness of the rich and diverse cultures of Spanish-speaking countries, including their traditions, customs, and social norms; gain an appreciation for the global significance of the Spanish language.

What FAES Learners are Saying

"The lectures and slides were very clear and helpful, and the assignments reflected the new material well….very engaging lecturer and excellent teacher who made learning Spanish and attending weekly meetings enjoyable and accessible!" - FAES Learner

Textbook Information

A textbook is available for this course.

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