Modern Language-Spanish

This course initiates the development of the ability to speak, understand, read, and write Spanish. Students learn the fundamentals of grammar, basic vocabulary, and correct pronunciation. Various aspects of Spanish cultures are discussed. This is a beginning-level course designed for students with no previous experience or with no more than one year of study of Spanish at the high school level.

This course is a continuation of MLSP 101 Beginning Spanish I. Emphasis is on communication through continued development of reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills in the language. Students continue to acquire grammar, syntax, vocabulary, and correct pronunciation, which enhances their ability to initiate and sustain conversations, read basic Spanish passages, and write basic Spanish sentences and dialogues. Various aspects of Spanish cultures are explored. The Modern Languages Department recommends this course to students with one to two years of previous study in Spanish at the high school level or one semester at the college level.
Prerequisite: MLSP 101 Beginning Spanish I; or departmental approval.

Grammar and syntax are reviewed and expanded upon with greater emphasis on oral work. Students engage in class discussion and conversation as well as reading assignments and compositions. The Modern Languages Department recommends this course to students with two to three years of previous study of Spanish at the high school level or two semesters at the college level.
Prerequisite: MLSP 102 Beginning Spanish II; or departmental approval.

This course involves independent work on a selected topic under the direction of members of the Modern Languages Department. Limited to two courses per student.
Prerequisite: approval of the Department Chair and Division Dean.