In this course you will build basic skills in speaking, comprehending and writing in Spanish. You will also learn about Spanish speaking cultures around the world, including cultural and linguistic differences between Spanish speaking populations. With a curious and adventurous attitude, plus some hard work in class and at home, you will leave this course with the ability to have basic conversations in Spanish, read and write simple texts and simple spoken Spanish.

If you’re starting from zero, you cannot expect to become a Spanish-speaking diplomat in 30 days, but you can surely learn a lot with this short course if you set your mind to it and have a good game plan. You could easily learn how to hold decent conversations and write out any messages, even understand some songs!

Keys to succeed in this quick course:

• Participate actively, enthusiastically and respectfully. 
• Take risks with Spanish and encourage others to do so too. 
• Remember that learning a language is challenging and sometimes uncomfortable. 
• Don't miss a class and be prepared for the lessons.
• Reinforce what we learn in class by doing your homework nightly and studying at home.
• Seek help when you need it! I’m here to help you succeed.