Students will learn basic Spanish grammar, vocabulary, common expressions, greetings, and survival phrases, and discuss some cultural aspects of Spanish-speaking countries. Open to beginners and students who would like to refresh their knowledge of basic Spanish. The goal is to complete the first five units from the textbook during class.

Required Book: Spanish Now! Level 1 Eighth/Ninth Edition (Publisher: Barron’s) by Ruth Silverstein. Please purchase your own copy of the text.

Dr. Maria Gomez is a Spanish Instructor with over 10 years of experience, teaching and working with adult students at the community, college, graduate and beyond levels. She is also a public health researcher and expert advisor in community health.

This class is suitable for beginners.

Cancellation Policy:

The Carnegie Center reserves the right to cancel a class if minimum enrollment is not met. It is best to register early to help our instructors prepare and to ensure the class does not get cancelled. We evaluate registration numbers 6–2 business days before a class starts to decide whether we can hold the class. Classes that do not meet minimum enrollment will be cancelled 6–2 business days prior to the first class meeting. All participants will be notified by email and will receive full refunds.

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