For students beginning the study of Spanish. Emphasizes development of basic communicative skills through practice in listening, speaking, reading and writing. Stresses vocabulary and grammar to enhance students' ability to speak and write in Spanish. Study of customs and values provides an increased awareness of Spanish speaking cultures. On completion students are expected to participate in uncomplicated conversations on everyday topics.
Bienvenidos! Welcome! This communicative language class is designed for students who have completed one semester of college Spanish. Emphasis is placed on the continued development of more complex communicative skills through practice in listening, speaking, reading and writing. By the end of Spanish 2, you will acquire the listening, speaking, reading and writing skills necessary to handle simple everyday survival tasks in Spanish. You will also have a better understanding of and appreciation for people and cultures other than your own and an increased awareness of Spanish-speaking countries in the world. (Prerequisite: 802-171 Spanish 1)