SPAN 1 - Elementary Spanish I

5 units
5 hours lecture
Recommended Preparation: ENGL 1 or eligibility for ENGL 1A or qualification by appropriate assessment
Credit, degree applicable
Transfer CSU, UC*

This course introduces students to the development of skills for language acquisition in speaking, listening, reading, and writing linguistically appropriate Spanish. Students are also introduced to the cultural background of the language, including relationships among cultural practices and perspectives and the general aspects of everyday life. Technological support includes videos, DVDs, audio CDs, and internet access to publishers’ websites for tutoring and other support.

Note: The maximum UC credit allowed for students completing Spanish 1 and SPAN 52A and SPAN 52B is four units. This course is comparable to two years of high school Spanish.