Courses I Teach

SPAN 101 – Elementary Spanish I
This beginning Spanish course emphasizes listening, speaking, reading, and writing and helps to develop an appreciation of cultural diversity through the study of differences and similarities between cultures. Transfer Credit: CSU; UC*.

*UC credit limits may apply. SPAN 101 and SPAN 111 combined: maximum credit, one course.

Prerequisite: NONE

SPAN 102 – Elementary Spanish II
This course is a continuation of the study of the basic principles of Spanish with an emphasis on oral and written communication. It helps to continue to develop an appreciation of cultural diversity through the study of differences and similarities between cultures. Transfer Credit: CSU; UC*.

*UC credit limits may apply. SPAN 102 and SPAN 112 combined: maximum credit, one course.

Prerequisite: SPAN 101 or SPAN 103B or SPAN 111 or equivalent with a grade of "C" or higher or "Pass."

SPAN 111 – Elementary Spanish for Spanish Speakers I
This beginning class, conducted primarily in Spanish, is designed for students already able to understand and speak the language. Spanish 112 is the continuation level. Transfer Credit: CSU; UC*.

*UC credit limits may apply. SPAN 101 and SPAN 111 combined: maximum credit, one course.

Prerequisite: NONE

SPAN 112 – Elementary Spanish for Spanish Speakers II
This course is a continuation of SPAN 111 or SPAN 101 designed for the native speaker. It corresponds to SPAN 102 with an emphasis on oral and written communication. This course is designed for students that already speak, understand and have studied Spanish. It helps develop the appreciation of cultural diversity through the study of differences and similarities between the diverse Latin-American and Spanish cultures. Transfer Credit: CSU; UC*.

*UC credit limits may apply. SPAN 102 and SPAN 112 combined: maximum credit, one course.

Prerequisite: SPAN 101 or SPAN 111 or SPAN 103B or equivalent with a grade of Pass or "C" or higher.

SPAN 201 – Intermediate Spanish I
This course, conducted primarily in Spanish, provides a review and in-depth study of grammatical concepts. Reading and interpretation of literary works by Hispanic writers and guided and original compositions are included. This course will further develop the appreciation of cultural diversity. Transfer Credit: CSU; UC.

Prerequisite: SPAN 102 or SPAN 112 or equivalent with a grade of Pass or "C" or higher.

SPAN 202 – Intermediate Spanish II
This course provides a review and in-depth study of grammatical concepts. Reading and interpretation of literary works by Latin American and Spanish writers, and guided and original compositions are included. This course provides further practice in the discussion and presentation of current cultural topics through literature. This class, conducted primarily in Spanish, will further develop the appreciation of cultural diversity and is recommended for all Spanish majors. Transfer Credit: CSU; UC.

Prerequisite: SPAN 201 or equivalent with a grade of Pass or "C" or higher.

SPAN 260 – Frida Kahlo and Mexican Muralism
This course is an introduction to the artwork, life and politics of Frida Kahlo, Diego Rivera, Jose Clemente Orozco, David Alfaro Siqueiros, and other muralists through a cultural, literary, political, and social approach. The course also provides skills to students to further develop their basic understanding on culture, religion, mestizaje, machismo, literature, geography, and ideas and customs of Mexican society during late 1800s through mid 1900s. In addition, students will be able to improve their writing and critical thinking skills. No previous knowledge of the subject is required. The course is taught in English. Transfer Credit: CSU; UC

Prerequisite: NONE