Spanish 111

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Introduction

Spanish is not only the language of Spain and 18 other Latin American nations, but it is also rapidly becoming the second language of the United States.    Consequently, anyone contemplating a career in health care, government service, business, law or a field where communicating with other people is important will find that knowing Spanish is a great asset.  Internationally renowned research centers exist in many Spanish speaking countries, a few of which include Archaeology in Mexico, Astronomy in Chile, Forestry and Environmental Studies in Costa Rica, and History in Spain. For those interested in economics or business in Latin America, the establishment of the free trade alliances such as NAFTA and MERCOSUR offer the Spanish speaker a considerable advantage over those not familiar with the language. As you study Spanish during the next few months, take advantage of the opportunities to learn about Hispanic culture and thereby enrich your life.

Course Description

Spanish 111 embodies a task-oriented approach to language learning. It has been designed to help students develop fluency in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing in Spanish. It also aims at preparing the student to gain a deeper understanding of the civilization and culture of the Spanish-speaking world: its science, literature, art, history, and habits/customs. To facilitate the student’s acquisition of receptive and productive skills, the course incorporates educational technology such as CD-Rom. The class is conducted in Spanish.