Spanish Language Courses

Intensive Elementary Spanish (LAIS 121) combines one year of language (typically a two semester sequence, such as "Spanish 101-102") into a one semester, 2-unit beginning Spanish course. Similarly, Intensive Intermediate Spanish (LAIS 221) combines the two semester intermediate Spanish sequence (such as "Spanish 201-202") into a one semester, 2-unit intermediate Spanish course. These classes meet 5 days a week with the professor and twice a week in practice sessions with undergraduate Assistant Teachers (A.T.s). Please note that LAIS 151 Spanish for Advanced Beginners is a non-intensive class which meets 3 days a week for 1 unit credit.

LAIS 121 Intensive Elementary Spanish

For students with no prior experience studying the Spanish language. Stresses development of skills in speaking, listening, reading, and writing in a fast-paced environment that includes an introduction to the cultures of the Spanish-speaking world. Taught in Spanish, with two additional weekly practice sessions.

Unit(s): 2

LAIS 151 Spanish for Advanced Beginners

Advanced beginner's course is designed for students who need a review of elementary Spanish before continuing on to Intensive Intermediate Spanish (LAIS 221). The course will concentrate on the fundamentals of the Spanish grammar system as applied to the skills of speaking, listening, reading, and writing. Taught in Spanish, with two additional weekly practice sessions.

Prerequisite(s): At least two years of high school Spanish. Unit(s): 1

LAIS 221 Intensive Intermediate Spanish

Stresses further development of language production and reception skills through expanded creative activities including class discussions, written compositions, and in-class presentations. The cultural component includes readings, films, and Web-based authentic materials from the Spanish-speaking world. Taught in Spanish, with two additional weekly practice sessions.

Prerequisite(s): Latin American and Iberian Studies 121 or 151 or permission of department.

Satisfies General Education Requirement: (COM2)

Unit(s): 2