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This newly-revised mini-course sets you up for success in Spanish 1 with a slow introduction to the fundamentals of Spanish with proven strategies for learning a new language. Create a solid base of practical knowledge with common phrases and linguistic building blocks that will get you speaking right away. Intended for true beginners or anyone who wants more reinforcement before joining Spanish 1.
Prerequisite: None.
Note: You will not be able to view the course on your Canvas Dashboard or access the materials until the course start date.
Course format: Instructional videos and interactive online materials in the Canvas course platform introduce new grammar and vocabulary and teach pronunciation, listening and reading skills. Participants should budget 3-4 hours a week to work through the workbook and the online asynchronous materials in preparation for the live online conversation groups. Participants practice speaking live with the instructor in small groups of 3-6 students in 30-minute weekly sessions. Groups will vary weekly, so participants should be available the entire one-hour time slot. Online course materials are available one week before the first live conversation class 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.
Printable workbook (PDF) included in the price.
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By participating in this class you will earn:
| Instructional Hours | 15 |
| University of Wisconsin Continuing Education Units | 1.5 |
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Contact Christopher Moore at christopher.moore@wisc.edu or 608-262-7389
Email registrations@pyle.wisc.edu or call 608-262-2451.
(Masters, Complutense University of Madrid) has taught Spanish to beginning and intermediate learners and has studied abroad in Mexico and worked in Spain teaching English. He is currently a doctoral candidate in 16th and 17th century Spanish literature at UW-Madison.
The professor's high energy and enthusiasm, and the remarkable way the material was presented in so many engaging ways: audios, visuals, games, dialogues — answering all our preguntas with cultural insights and laughter!
Fred Langlois
Spanish 0 is a valuable class. I decided to try it, and in the end decided to continue studying Spanish. Makes Spanish 1 less intimidating.
Cheryl Robinson
I have zero complaints. Keep it exactly the way it is!
Tom Waeltz