Introduction to Spanish I

This course is designed for the true beginners who, for the first time, will be introduced to Spanish and would like to learn, understand and speak basic "every day" Spanish in a stress free environment. It develops the basic language skills: listening comprehension, speaking, reading and vocabulary acquisition.

Mondays ~ 1 – 2:30 p.m. ~ March 1  - April 12 ~   $63.50   (no class 3/15)

Tuesdays ~ 6:30 – 8:00 p.m. ~ March 9 – April 13 ~ $52.50 (no class 3/16)

Introduction to Spanish II

Intro II is a continuation for those students who have already learned the daily greetings, basic words and the verb "estar".  We will continue with the verb "Ser" and introduce the present tense. Practice will facilitate daily life situations while focusing on acquiring a basic knowledge of communication.

Mondays ~ 3 – 4:30 p.m. ~ March 1  - April 12 ~   $63.50   (no class 3/15)

Beginners I

Deigned for students with a little more experience and background in simple Spanish.  Practice what you have learned in previous courses and expand your vocabulary, grammar and ability to communicate, as well as accent reduction. Previous knowledge: basic vocabulary, Ser/Estar, present tense of regular verbs.

Wednesdays ~ 4:30 – 6:00 p.m. ~ March 3  - April 14 ~   $63.50   Oracle and Rudasill (no class 3/17)

Thursdays ~ 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. ~ March 25 – April 29 ~ $63.50  Northeast location

Beginners III

Let’s keep advancing on the road to improving the necessary skills to speak, listen, write and think in Spanish while introducing the past tenses, advanced grammar and practical vocabulary in the context of the Mexican culture and literature. Work on expressing your ideas in the present and past.

Wednesdays ~ 6:15 – 7:45 p.m. ~ March 3 – April 14 ~  $63.50  Slyline and Campbell

 (no class 3/17)

Intermediate I

Ready for something more challenging?  This course is on emphasis in speaking, listening, reading, and writing, through the studying of the preterite, imperfect, future, and passive tenses, as well as thematical vocabulary and situations. We will read basic authentic texts and practice the language both orally and in writing. Knowledge and previous classes in Spanish required. 

Thursdays ~ 12:30 – 2:00 p.m. ~ March 4 – April 15 ~   $63.50   (no class 3/18)

Intermediate II

This level is a continuation of Intermediate with emphasis in conversation and writing, strengthened and expanded by more complex verb forms, vocabulary and grammar.  In addition, students will develop an oral proficiency and a solid foundation of the language and culture.                                                                       

Tuesdays ~ 9 - 10:30 a.m. ~ March 2 – April 13 ~   $63.50   (no class 3/16)

Advanced Spanish

For students ready to challenge their oral and listening skills.  Using periodical articles and literary selections, students will debate, question, explain, and describe in Spanish. Emphasis in conversation. Crucial grammatical structures related to course materials will be reviewed.  Course is conducted entirely in Spanish.

Mondays ~  6 – 7:30 p.m. ~ March 1 – Abril 12 ~ $63.50 Central location (no class 3/15)

Conversación Práctica

Esta clase es para aquellos quienes ya saben y quieren practicar español. Mejoraremos la pronunciación, redacción y formas de expresión. Hablaremos de temas actuales, participaremos en actividades y juegos divertidos y creativos. Poca gramática, mucha conversación y cultura mexicana. ¡Disfruta y vive el español!

Martes ~ 11:00 a.m. - 12:30- p.m. ~ marzo 2 – abril 13 ~ $63.50 (no class 3/16)

Club del Libro

Continuamos con el Club del Libro. Todos leeremos el mismo libro y en cada clase analizaremos el contexto, los personajes, expresiones, modismos y expresaremos nuestras opiniones sobre el tema del libro. Excelente práctica para la lectura y comprensión. Libro: Los de Abajo, Mariano Azuela

Jueves ~ 4 - 5:30 p.m. ~ marzo 4 – abril 15 ~   $63.50  (no clase 3/18)