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Spanish Language 1   

Discover the joys of learning Spanish with a native speaker in this engaging 8-week course! You'll build the skills needed to communicate effectively in everyday situations, gaining the confidence to hold simple conversations in Spanish. Whether you're interested in travel, culture, or simply expanding your horizons, this course offers a dynamic environment where you can explore topics that matter to you. This course now includes access to Canvas for easy reference to learning documents!

Students with no Spanish speaking experience are welcome and encouraged to sign up for this class. Students will learn to ask and answer basic questions (name, nationality, preferences) and understand simple, slow speech conversations in predictable contexts. 

Learning Outcomes:

  • Elementary Spanish vocabulary and phrases
  • Basic grammar
  • Emphasis on beginning conversation
  • Cultural overview 
  • Basic conversation scenarios
     

Join us to start your Spanish language journey and connect with a vibrant culture! Open to students 16 years of age and up, or by permission by instructor. Students taking this class for Continuing Education Units (CEUs) must attend 80% of classes. Email communityed@pencol.edu for your CEU Verification Letter at the completion of class.

If you've already taken Spanish 1, consider signing up for Spanish 2

  • Spanish Language 1
  • Course fee: $109.00
    Dates: 4/15/2026 - 6/3/2026
    Times: 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM Pacific Time
    Days: W
    Sessions: 8
    Room: Keegan Hall M234-Main Campus
    Instructor: Maria Shaffar
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    Discover the joys of learning Spanish with a native speaker in this engaging 8-week course! You'll build the skills needed to communicate effectively in everyday situations, gaining the confidence to hold simple conversations in Spanish. Whether you're interested in travel, culture, or simply expanding your horizons, this course offers a dynamic environment where you can explore topics that matter to you. This course now includes access to Canvas for easy reference to learning documents!

    Students with no Spanish speaking experience are welcome and encouraged to sign up for this class. Students will learn to ask and answer basic questions (name, nationality, preferences) and understand simple, slow speech conversations in predictable contexts. 

    Learning Outcomes:

    • Elementary Spanish vocabulary and phrases
    • Basic grammar
    • Emphasis on beginning conversation
    • Cultural overview 
    • Basic conversation scenarios
       

    Join us to start your Spanish language journey and connect with a vibrant culture! Open to students 16 years of age and up, or by permission by instructor. Students taking this class for Continuing Education Units (CEUs) must attend 80% of classes. Email communityed@pencol.edu for your CEU Verification Letter at the completion of class.

    If you've already taken Spanish 1, consider signing up for Spanish 2


    Classroom materials will be shared on Canvas, an online learning tool. Please visit our Learning Online page to learn more.
 

  • Spanish Language 1
  • Course fee: $109.00
    Dates: 1/15/2026 - 3/5/2026
    Times: 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM Pacific Time
    Days: Th
    Sessions: 8
    CEUs: 0.8
    Room: Classroom V2-Main Campus
    Instructor: Maria Shaffar
    ONLINE REGISTRATION FOR THIS CLASS IS CLOSED. Call 360.417.5683 to register if class is not yet in session.

    Discover the joys of learning Spanish with a native speaker in this engaging 8-week course! You'll build the skills needed to communicate effectively in everyday situations, gaining the confidence to hold simple conversations in Spanish. Whether you're interested in travel, culture, or simply expanding your horizons, this course offers a dynamic environment where you can explore topics that matter to you. This course now includes access to Canvas for easy reference to learning documents!

    Students with no Spanish speaking experience are welcome and encouraged to sign up for this class. Students will learn to ask and answer basic questions (name, nationality, preferences) and understand simple, slow speech conversations in predictable contexts. 

    Learning Outcomes:

    • Elementary Spanish vocabulary and phrases
    • Basic grammar
    • Emphasis on beginning conversation
    • Cultural overview 
    • Basic conversation scenarios
       

    Join us to start your Spanish language journey and connect with a vibrant culture! Open to students 16 years of age and up, or by permission by instructor. Students taking this class for Continuing Education Units (CEUs) must attend 80% of classes. Email communityed@pencol.edu for your CEU Verification Letter at the completion of class.

    If you've already taken Spanish 1, consider signing up for Spanish 2


    Recommended:

    • Textbook Easy Spanish Step-By-Step 1st Edition; Author: Barbara Bregstein; ISBN-10 0071463380 or ISBN-13 978-0071463386
    • Spanish-English Dictionary.

    Please bring a writing utensil to each class. 

 

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