Elementary Spanish I

First course in the four-semester program where students learn Spanish through real-world tasks. The purpose is to learn Spanish in order to use it beyond the classroom in meaningful and authentic ways and the Novice-mid level of proficiency. Course Information: Extensive computer use required. Field work required. Class is taught in Spanish, at a level appropriate for the course; the main purpose is not grammar learning. Course includes: regular in-classroom interactions, substantial reading and listening tasks for homework, regular class presentations, and one exploratory visit to a Hispanic neighborhood in Chicago. One credit hour takes place online, plus homework. Prerequisite(s): Appropriate score on the department placement test.