Advanced Spanish Conversation I
This class for intermediate to advanced speakers focuses on reading and conversational skills. Practice communicating in Spanish about a variety of literary and cinematic works. The emphasis of this class is on developing comfort in reading, hearing and speaking Spanish.
| Face-to-Face or Live online | On-demand Online | |
| Course Format | Meet at the same time each week with the instructor and up to 15 classmates. | • Perfect for individuals leading busy lives seeking the flexibility of asynchronous learning with adjustable due dates. • Self-guided learning with instructor support. • Typically 6-16 weeks per course. |
| Course Fee | $199 | $399 |
| Textbook Info | “Revista,” Sixth Edition ISBN 978-1-54333-621-4 Price: $172.80 Includes Access to VHL Central's SuperSite Plus | “Revista,” Sixth Edition ISBN 978-1-54333-621-4 Price: $172.80 Includes Access to VHL Central's SuperSite Plus |
*Ordering note: Do not purchase materials from other stores. Passcodes for VHL’s online resources are required and are only available through Vista Higher Learning. vistahigherlearning.com/schools/wiscconted/
This course can be applied to the Advanced Spanish Language Certificate.
Instructor
Manuel Carrero holds a master’s degree in fine arts, graphic design and education. He worked in the advertising field as a graphic designer for fifteen years, and also taught design and various genres of art. Mr. Carrero is a native ... read more
Benefits and Learning Outcomes
Contexto
Viaje a Marte de Juan Pablo Zaramella, Ensayo: “Celebración de la fantasía de Eduardo Hughes Galeano,” Cuento: “El otro circulo de Luis R. Santos,” Experiencias: “Los suyos de Gabriel García Márquez,” “Viaje especial de Quino.” Diez minutos de Alberto Ruiz Rojo, Articulo: “Las Cuatro formulas científicas de la felicidad,” Microcuentos: “Tres microcuentos de Carmen Cecilia Suarez,” Poema: “La Intrusa de Claribel Alegría,” “Yo le diría de Ricardo Reyes.”
Estructura
Los verbos ser y estar, las preposiciones, ¿(Para)normal y (sobre)natural?, creadores de realidad. Narración en el pasado I y II, ¿Crees en los astros?, ¿Innato o adquirido?
Prerequisites
Spanish VI or equivalent
Notes
This is a noncredit enrichment program. Progress and courses completed are marked by Continuing Education Units. CEUs are not transferable to college or university transcripts.
Date: Open enrollment – Register anytime
Delivery Method: On-Demand Online
Platform: Other
Instructor: Manuel Carrero
Fee: $399
Discounts Available
| Discount Code | Description |
|---|---|
| OSHER | ACTIVE Osher members receive 10% discount on Language courses. Contact the the Languages Department at languages@uwm.edu for any questions. |
| HPGM | As an ACTIVE member of the Hispanic Professionals of Greater Milwaukee Organization (HPGM) receive a 10% discount on this language program. |
Early registration discounts will subtract automatically from the fee if the registration is submitted prior to the deadline. All other discounts require the code in the left column to be entered on the registration form. Only one discount code can be entered on a registration form.
CEUs: 2
Program Number: 7781-16425
Date: 6 Tue, Sept 9-Oct 14, 2025
Delivery Method: Live Online
Time: 6-8:30pm CT
Platform: Zoom
Instructor: Manuel Carrero
Fee:
$199 by Aug 26, 2025
$229 after Aug 26, 2025
Discounts Available
| Discount Code | Description |
|---|---|
| Early Registration Discount | Register by Tue, Aug 26, 2025 and receive $30 off. |
| OSHER | ACTIVE Osher members receive 10% discount on Language courses. Contact the the Languages Department at languages@uwm.edu for any questions. |
| HPGM | As an ACTIVE member of the Hispanic Professionals of Greater Milwaukee Organization (HPGM) receive a 10% discount on this language program. |
Early registration discounts will subtract automatically from the fee if the registration is submitted prior to the deadline. All other discounts require the code in the left column to be entered on the registration form. Only one discount code can be entered on a registration form.
CEUs: 1.5
Enrollment Limit: 16
Program Number: 7781-16838
Registration Deadline: Sept 8, 2025
