Spanish I
This class for beginners focuses on communication in a stress-free learning environment. Learn to talk about yourself and others, your likes and dislikes, and future plans.
| In-person 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 | “¡ADELANTE! Uno,” Third Edition ISBN: 978-1-54332-100-5 Price: $98.40 (6-month SS access) or ISBN: 978-1-54331-923-1 Price: $155.94 (24-month SS access) Includes Access to VHL Central's SuperSite (SS) for 6 or 24 months. | “¡ADELANTE! Uno,” Third Edition ISBN: 978-1-54331-599-8 Price: $191.94 Includes Access to VHL Central's SuperSite Plus and WebSAM |
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This course can be applied to the Spanish Language Certificate.
Instructors
Karen’s professional passion is to help people expand and apply their knowledge and achieve their learning goals. Drawing upon her years of experience as an international business and learning consultant, Karen now teaches Spanish in the Languages Programs at UWM-SCE. ... read more
Patrice Burns is passionate about language and student learning and thoroughly enjoys teaching Spanish in the online program. She has over 25 years of experience teaching at the university level and loves witnessing students develop their communication and language skills. ... read more
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
Torrey Lauer has traveled throughout Western Europe, the Caribbean, Mexico and Costa Rica, but it was Madrid, Spain, that captivated him. His short time studying abroad in Madrid further fueled his desire to learn more, which lead and culminated in an ... read more
Benefits and Learning Outcomes
You learn how to:
- Greet people in Spanish
- Identify yourself and others
- Ask questions in Spanish
- Describe the location of people and things
- Express possession
- Conjugate present tense verbs
- Decipher between ser and estar
Course Outline/Topics
Vocabulary focuses on greetings, counting, telling time, school and university life, professions, and family and friends.
Prerequisites
This course is for beginning Spanish speakers. There is no prerequisite.
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
Instructors:
Karen Woelfle-Potter MBA
Patrice Burns, M.A.
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: 7781-16430
Note: Your instructor will contact you within three business days to arrange your individual schedule.
Optional Add-on: Enhance your language learning experience with a live online speaking component, which includes 60 minutes of live online conversation with a certified UWM instructor, allowing you to practice and refine your speaking abilities in conjunction with your asynchronous course work. Available as a $89 add-on to this $399 on-demand course.
Date: 6 Thursdays, Nov 7 - Dec 19, 2024 (no class 11/28/2024)
Delivery Method: Live Online
Time: 6pm-8:30pm CT
Platform: Zoom
Instructor: Manuel Carrero
Fee: $199
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: 1.5
Enrollment Limit: 20
Program Number: 7781-16298
Registration Deadline: Nov 6, 2024
Registration deadline has passed.Date: 6 Tue, Jan 14-Feb 18, 2025
Delivery Method: Live Online
Time: 6-8:30pm CT
Platform: Zoom
Instructor: Torrey Lauer
Fee:
$199 by Dec 31, 2024
$229 after Dec 31, 2024
Discounts Available
| Discount Code | Description |
|---|---|
| Early Registration Discount | Register by Tue, Dec 31, 2024 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: 22
Program Number: 7781-16453
Registration Deadline: Jan 13, 2025
Date: 6 Tue, Feb 18-Mar 25, 2025
Delivery Method: Live Online
Time: 5-7:30pm CT
Platform: Canvas
Instructor: Manuel Carrero
Fee:
$199 by Feb 4, 2025
$229 after Feb 4, 2025
Discounts Available
| Discount Code | Description |
|---|---|
| Early Registration Discount | Register by Tue, Feb 4, 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: 20
Program Number: 7781-16459
Registration Deadline: Feb 17, 2025
Date: 6 Wed, Mar 12-Apr 16, 2025
Delivery Method: Live Online
Time: 6-8:30pm CT
Platform: Zoom
Instructor: Manuel Carrero
Fee:
$199 by Feb 26, 2025
$229 after Feb 26, 2025
Discounts Available
| Discount Code | Description |
|---|---|
| Early Registration Discount | Register by Wed, Feb 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: 7781-16210
Registration Deadline: Mar 11, 2025
