This course is for those who have little or no previous experience learning Spanish. Emphasis will be placed on simple conversation, including everyday vocabulary. We will cover greetings, the alphabet, the present tense of regular verbs, noun-subject and gender agreement, numbers, and other basic vocabulary. The required textbook: Spanish Now! Level 1 with CDs, 8th Edition, is available at the Brookline Booksmith and online. Please take this online PLACEMENT TEST so we know more about your exisiting skill level. No class the week of February 20 during school vacation.