Español Avanzado


Advanced Spanish

            ABOUT THE PROGRAM



Advanced Spanish courses provide a review of basic structures, and an expansion of patterns, vocabulary and idioms though discussion and composition. Through a comparative analysis of selected literary works, this course develops an awareness of cultural and literary contributions from 21 Spanish speaking societies. The course is instructed in Spanish with an emphasis on composition as medium of expression.
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SCHEDULE/HORARIO
Advanced Spanish​
Group
Day
Time
Course Length/session
Group 1
Mo,We
6:30-8:30PM
4 Weeks
Group 2
Th,Su
Thu 6:30-8:30PM
​Su 2:30-4:30PM
4 Weeks
Group 3
Weekends
2:30-4:30PM
4 Weeks
Effort ​
Minimum of 9 class hours per week ​
Instructor ​
Carrie Draffen and Yvon Joseph
Available Levels ​
Introductory
Intermediate 
Advanced ​
Language ​
Spanish
ADVANCED TOPICS INCLUDE
  • Emphasis on process-oriented learning
  • Development and transfer of cognitive skills
  • A culture-centered approach to language learning
  • Systematic presentation of literature of the Spanish-speaking world
  • Straightforward presentation of grammar
  • Adherence to the National Standards goals


LEARNING GOALS
  • To improve reading, writing, and speaking skills
  • To help you develop the power of language, image, symbol, and metaphor within the context of your own life
  • To obtain a basic understanding and appraise the historical, social, cultural and aesthetic qualities of Hispanic culture
  • To be prepared for continued study of Spanish at a higher level
  • Speak Spanish, speak more Spanish, and speak even more Spanish!