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Spanish for Communication I

LASP-40001

As the first in a seven-level language series, Level I is aimed at total beginners. In a highly interactive, lively classroom environment, students learn to perform simple tasks in the present tense, such as making greetings and introductions, describing basic characteristics, asking questions, telling time, and using numbers. Participants actively engage in role playing, share information with each other, and write simple compositions using the Spanish language. Correct pronunciation and use of basic, common phrases are emphasized as learners gain cultural insights into the Spanish-speaking world. Textbook chapters 1, 2 and half of chapter 3 are covered.

Course Information

Online
Live Online
3.00 units
$350.00
Notes: Requirement for the Professional Certificate in Spanish Language.

Course sessions

Closed

Section ID:

185853

Class type:

Online Asynchronous.

This course is entirely web-based and to be completed asynchronously between the published course start and end dates. Synchronous attendance is NOT required.
You will have access to your online course on the published start date OR 1 business day after your enrollment is confirmed if you enroll on or after the published start date.

Textbooks:

No textbook required.

Policies:

  • No refunds after: 1/13/2025
  • Early Enrollment Discount: $325 ($350 if enrolled after 12/9/2024)

Note:

All students must purchase access to Connect's online platform for submitting homework & quizzes. An ebook is included in the Connect access fee. Students may opt to also purchase a physical textbook if preferred. Materials & log-in info will be discussed in more detail in the 1st mtg. All students will submit homework online via Connect.

Schedule:

No information available at this time.
Closed

Instructor: Justyna Makowska

Justyna Makowska
Justyna Makowska received her Master's Degree in Hispanic Linguistics from the University of Illinois at Chicago. She has over 20 years of experience teaching and designing curriculum for all levels of Spanish courses.
Full Bio
Add To Cart

Section ID:

187269

Class type:

Online Asynchronous.

This course is entirely web-based and to be completed asynchronously between the published course start and end dates. Synchronous attendance is NOT required.
You will have access to your online course on the published start date OR 1 business day after your enrollment is confirmed if you enroll on or after the published start date.

Textbooks:

No textbook required.

Policies:

  • No refunds after: 1/13/2025
  • Early Enrollment Discount: $325 ($350 if enrolled after 12/9/2024)

Note:

All students must purchase access to Connect's online platform for submitting homework & quizzes. An ebook is included in the Connect access fee. Students may opt to also purchase a physical textbook if preferred. Materials & log-in info will be discussed in more detail in the 1st mtg. All students will submit homework online via Connect.

Schedule:

No information available at this time.
Add To Cart

Instructor: Justyna Makowska

Justyna Makowska
Justyna Makowska received her Master's Degree in Hispanic Linguistics from the University of Illinois at Chicago. She has over 20 years of experience teaching and designing curriculum for all levels of Spanish courses.
Full Bio
Wait List

Section ID:

186096

Class type:

Synchronous web-based class meetings that are scheduled to meet online at published times (time/date).

Textbooks:

No textbook required.

Policies:

  • No refunds after: 1/10/2025
  • Early Enrollment Discount: $325 ($350 if enrolled after 12/9/2024)

Note:

All students must purchase access to Connect's online platform for submitting homework & quizzes. An ebook is included in the Connect access fee. Students may opt to also purchase a physical textbook if preferred. Materials & log-in info will be discussed in more detail in the 1st mtg. All students will submit homework online via Connect.

Schedule:

Date Day Start End
1/7/2025 Tue 7:00 p.m. 10:00 p.m.
1/14/2025 Tue 7:00 p.m. 10:00 p.m.
1/21/2025 Tue 7:00 p.m. 10:00 p.m.
1/28/2025 Tue 7:00 p.m. 10:00 p.m.
2/4/2025 Tue 7:00 p.m. 10:00 p.m.
2/11/2025 Tue 7:00 p.m. 10:00 p.m.
2/18/2025 Tue 7:00 p.m. 10:00 p.m.
2/25/2025 Tue 7:00 p.m. 10:00 p.m.
3/4/2025 Tue 7:00 p.m. 10:00 p.m.
3/11/2025 Tue 7:00 p.m. 10:00 p.m.
Wait List

Instructor: Debra Cortney

Debra Cortney

Debra Cortney teaches Spanish for Communication I, II, III, IV, V, VI, and VII for the Spanish Language certificate program. She is the Preschool Principal at the American School of Queretaro, Mexico with nearly 20 years of bilingual teaching experience.  She has a Bilingual Teaching Credential (Spanish/English) and a M.A. in Educational Leadership, as well as experience with translations.  

Full Bio
Add To Cart

Section ID:

186097

Class type:

Synchronous web-based class meetings that are scheduled to meet online at published times (time/date).

Textbooks:

No textbook required.

Policies:

  • No refunds after: 1/11/2025
  • Early Enrollment Discount: $325 ($350 if enrolled after 12/9/2024)

Note:

All students must purchase access to Connect's online platform for submitting homework & quizzes. An ebook is included in the Connect access fee. Students may opt to also purchase a physical textbook if preferred. Materials & log-in info will be discussed in more detail in the 1st mtg. All students will submit homework online via Connect.

Schedule:

Date Day Start End
1/8/2025 Wed 7:00 p.m. 10:00 p.m.
1/15/2025 Wed 7:00 p.m. 10:00 p.m.
1/22/2025 Wed 7:00 p.m. 10:00 p.m.
1/29/2025 Wed 7:00 p.m. 10:00 p.m.
2/5/2025 Wed 7:00 p.m. 10:00 p.m.
2/12/2025 Wed 7:00 p.m. 10:00 p.m.
2/19/2025 Wed 7:00 p.m. 10:00 p.m.
2/26/2025 Wed 7:00 p.m. 10:00 p.m.
3/5/2025 Wed 7:00 p.m. 10:00 p.m.
3/12/2025 Wed 7:00 p.m. 10:00 p.m.
Add To Cart

Instructor: Debra Cortney

Debra Cortney

Debra Cortney teaches Spanish for Communication I, II, III, IV, V, VI, and VII for the Spanish Language certificate program. She is the Preschool Principal at the American School of Queretaro, Mexico with nearly 20 years of bilingual teaching experience.  She has a Bilingual Teaching Credential (Spanish/English) and a M.A. in Educational Leadership, as well as experience with translations.  

Full Bio