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Spanish is spoken by millions around the world as well as in the United States. Not only is Spanish a useful language to learn, it also has a rich history around the world. This course will introduce you to the basics of verb conjugation, helpful vocabulary, and explore the Spanish culture. Whether you are taking this course because you have always wanted to speak Spanish or because you need to learn Spanish to communicate at work and in your community, get ready to dive into the Spanish language!
Prerequisite(s): None
After completing this course, you should be able to:
- Recognize basic grammar rules for the Spanish language
- Recall how to conjugate common regular verbs
- Identify verbs and vocabulary for basic communication in Spanish
- List key characteristics of Spanish culture
- Identify vocabulary and verbs to communicate likes, activities, and common items in Spanish
Spanish I Module 1
¡Bienvenidos a la clase de español!
- Pronounce letters in the alphabet
- Count from 1 to 100
- Identify people by their name, age, and relationship to you
- Talk about common classroom items and commands
Spanish I Module 2
¿Cómo te llamas?, Part I
- Exchange addresses, phone numbers, and e-mail addresses
- Introduce yourself and others, greet, and say goodbye
- Make a phone call
- Identify people and objects
Spanish I Module 3
¿Cómo te llamas?, Part II
- Use definite and indefinite articles
- Identify and describe subject pronouns for verb ser
- Express Hay + nouns
- Express possession, obligation, and age
Spanish I Module 4
¿Qúe te gusta hacer?, Part I
- Express likes and dislikes
- Compare yourself to other people and describe personality traits
- Ask and answer questions
- Talk about leisure-time activities
- Indicate nationality
- Use the present indicative of regular -ar verbs
Spanish I Module 5
¿Qué te gusta hacer?, Part II
- Use Gustar + Infinitive
- Describe Yourself and Others
- Use adjective agreement
- Practice talking about peoples likes and dislikes
- Describe Spanish Culture in the U.S. and Canada
Spanish I Module 6
¿Qué clases vas a tomar?, Part I
- Use courses of study vocabulary
- Talk about schedules and time
- Talk about the date
- Talk about present activities and future plans
- Ask questions using multiple words
Spanish I Module 7
¿Qué clases vas a tomar?, Part II
- Talk about daily activities
- Talk about possessions
- Indicate destination and future plans: The verb ir
- Discuss education in Cuba, Puerto Rico, and República Dominicana
Spanish I Module 8
¿Te interesa la tecnología?, Part I
- Talk about computers and technology
- Identify colors
- Express emotions
- Talk about likes and dislikes
Spanish I Module 9
¿Te interesa la tecnología?, Part II
- Describe yourself and others
- Use the verb estar
- Talk about everyday events
- Describe how something is done
- Talk about Spain
Spanish I Module 10
¿Qué tal la familia?, Part I
- Talk about and describe your family
- Talk about professions
- Use irregular -yo verbs in the present indicative
- Distinguish between saber and conocer
- Use the personal a
Spanish I Module 11
¿Qué tal la familia?, Part II
- Talk about daily activities with Reflexive verbs
- Talk using actions in progress with the present progressive tense
- Describe the country of Honduras
- Describe the country of El Salvador
**Outlines are subject to change, as courses and materials are updated.**
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Internet Connection
- Broadband or High-Speed - DSL, Cable, and Wireless Connections
*Dial-Up internet connections will result in a diminished online experience. Classroom pages may load slowly and viewing large audio and video files may not be possible.
Hardware Requirements
- Processor - 2GHz Processor or Higher
- Memory - 1 GB RAM Minimum Recommended
PC Software Requirements
- Operating Systems - Windows 7 or higher
- Microsoft Office 2013 or higher. Also, you could use a general Word Processing application to save and open Microsoft Office formats (.doc, .docx, .xls, .xlsx, .ppt, .pptx)
- Internet Browsers - Google Chrome is highly recommended
- Cookies MUST be enabled
- Pop-ups MUST be allowed (Pop-up Blocker disabled)
- The Kindle Reader App or VitalSource Bookshelf App are needed for many of our courses (No special equipment needed. This can be downloaded for FREE onto your computer.)
- PowerPoint Viewer (if you do not have PowerPoint)
- Adobe PDF Reader
- QuickTime, Windows Media Player &/or Real Player
MAC Software Requirements
- Operating Systems - Mac OS x 10 or higher with Windows
- Mac office programs or a Word Processing application to save and open Microsoft Office formats (.doc, .docx, .xls, .xlsx, .ppt, .pptx)
- Internet Browsers- Google Chrome is highly recommended
- Cookies MUST be enabled
- Pop-ups MUST be allowed (Pop-up Blocker disabled)
- The Kindle Reader App or VitalSource Bookshelf App are needed for many of our courses (No special equipment needed. This can be downloaded for FREE onto your computer.)
- PowerPoint Viewer (if you do not have PowerPoint)
- Adobe PDF Reader
- Apple QuickTime Media Player