Spanish 0 – Noncredit

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Schedule

Class opens on May 1, 2025
Live Sessions on Thursdays, May 8–June 5, 5–6 p.m.
Online material access ends one month after the last live session.

Registration through: April 30, 2025

All times shown in central time.

Fee

$144

Instructor

Amanda Gierach

Cancellation Policy

  • Cancel before the class start date (the day materials are made available): and receive a full refund minus a $25 administrative fee.
  • Cancel after the class start date (the day materials are made available) but before the second virtual conversation session: receive a 60% refund minus a $25 administrative fee.
  • Cancel after the second virtual conversation session: no refund.

Summary

Watch this short video about why our online Language program is one of the best in the country!

This mini-course developed by UW–Madison sets you up for success in Spanish 1 with a slow introduction to the fundamentals of Spanish. Guided by an experienced instructor and proven strategies for adult language learners, you will feel success from day one.

Create a solid base of practical knowledge with common phrases and linguistic building blocks that will get you speaking Spanish right away. Intended for true beginners or anyone who wants more reinforcement before joining Spanish 1. All materials included.

Prerequisite: None.

Course format:

You will practice speaking in weekly 30-minute online sessions led by an experienced instructor, with a maximum of 3-6 other participants. To get to know all of your classmates, your conversation time will vary between the first or second 30-minute time slot of the hour you registered for. You should be available for either.

The live online sessions begin one week after the scheduled course start date to allow time to work through the first unit of learning material in preparation for the live conversation practice.

Online course materials introduce new grammar and vocabulary and teach pronunciation, listening, and reading skills through videos, audio and interactive exercises. Budget 3-4 hours a week to work through the online asynchronous content.

Course materials become available online on the scheduled course start date and remain accessible for one month after the course ends.

Want to know more about learning a language online? Read Dr. Julie Dahl's blog post about our online course format.

A printable workbook (PDF) is included in the price. All other materials are available through the course platform.

Sections anticipated for spring 2025 (See Upcoming Dates for open sections and more detail):

Thursdays, May 1–June 5, 5–6 p.m. CT

Thursdays, May 1–June 5, 6:15–7:15 p.m. CT

Sections anticipated for summer 2025 (See Upcoming Dates for open sections and more detail):

Wednesdays, June 4–July 16, 5:30–6:30 p.m. CT (No virtual conversation on July 2)

Wednesdays, June 4–July 16, 6:45–7:45 p.m. CT (No virtual conversation on July 2)

Tuesdays, June 10–July 15, 5:30–6:30 p.m. CT

Tuesdays, June 10–July 15, 6:45–7:45 p.m. CT

Tuesdays, July 22–Aug. 26, 8:30–9:30 a.m. CT

Wednesdays, July 23–Aug.27, 5–6 p.m. CT

Sections anticipated for fall 2025 (See Upcoming Dates for open sections and more detail):

Tuesdays, Aug. 19–Sept. 23, 5–6 p.m. CT

Tuesdays, Aug. 19–Sept. 23, 6:15–7:15 p.m. CT

Wednesdays, Aug. 20–Sept, 24, 8:30–9:30 a.m. CT

Wednesdays, Aug. 20–Sept. 24, 9:45–10:45 a.m. CT

Wednesdays, Aug. 20–Sept. 24, 5:30–6:30 p.m. CT

Tuesdays, Oct. 28–Dec. 9, 5:30–6:30 p.m. CT (No virtual conversation on Nov. 25)

Earn Continuing Education Hours

By participating in this class you will earn:

Instructional Hours 15
University of Wisconsin Continuing Education Units 1.5

Explanation of Continuing Education Hours

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Meet your instructors

Mark Viser

(MA Spanish, Middlebury College) has taught Spanish of all levels in a variety of settings, from high school students to adult professionals, for almost ten years. He is passionate about sharing his love for the language with others and helping them experience the joy that comes with improving their speaking skills. 

Amanda Gierach

(PhD, UW-Madison) has taught beginning through advanced Spanish courses for many years in both in-person and virtual settings. She is enthusiastic about language learning and loves being able to creatively help students learn and gain confidence in their skills so that they can experience the many benefits of being able to communicate in Spanish. 

Erin Paul-Schuetter

(PhD, UW-Madison) is the assistant director of the DCS language program. She has taught beginning through advanced Spanish language courses for adults for more a decade. She is dedicated to creating a welcoming learning environment in her courses and enjoys the diversity of thought and experiences that lifelong learners bring to a class.

Leticia Guedes Barbosa

(PhD Candidate, UW-Madison) is a native of Brazil and teaches both Portuguese and Spanish. As a language enthusiast, she enjoys sharing cultural information in her classes to build connections. Her research focuses on the representation of Black women in Brazilian literature.

 

Emily Laflash

Emily LaFlash: (MA, University of Iowa) has taught Spanish language courses to adult learners and at the K-12 level for over a decade. Her goal is to empower students to broaden their horizons by learning to communicate in another language.

What Attendees Are Saying

"I am very impressed with this beginning class! The cuaderno is well written, and the instructor is extremely nice and encouraging."
Shawn Kiene
"This is the best Spanish class that I've taken. Great resources. The online recordings for the lessons have really helped with my pronunciation."
Bonnie B
"This course exceeded my expectations and truly made me comfortable with speaking and learning."
Teresa C Welsch