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Learn Spanish: Basic Spanish Vocabulary SpecializationUniversity of California, Davis

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¡Hola! ¿Como Estas? In this entry level course, you will take the first step toward exploring the foundations of Spanish grammar and pronunciation, and will begin to build a working vocabulary of common Spanish words and expressions. You will be able to talk about yourself, your family and friends in the present tense, and begin to explore the cultural context of the Spanish-speaking world through a series of videos and interactive activities, including speaking, reading and writing exercises. The adventure begins here, so ¡vámanos!

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Dr. Robert Blake

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Week1

Week 1

4 hours to complete

Module 1: Talking About Family and Friends

The first module introduces Spanish grammar and pronunciation and you will begin to build your Spanish vocabulary. By the end of the module, you’ll be able to talk about yourself and your family and will be able to count to 10 in Spanish. We’ll also discuss and practice the “ar” verbs and the useful verb tener. By the end of the module you will have started laying the foundations of your vocabulary.

4 hours to complete

15 videos (Total 24 min), 4 readings, 6 quizzes

15 videos

Course Introduction1mModule Introduction1mIntroduction to Vocabulario1mIntroduction to Gramática1mPronunciation Tips2mSubject Pronouns2mGender and Number Agreement3mLinking Nouns with Other Expressions1mThe Verb Tener1mVerbs that End with -AR1mNumbers 1-1048sPerspectivas Introduction: La Familia48sPerspectivas: La Familia2mPerspectivas Summary: La Familia1mModule Summary1m

4 readings

How to be Successful in this Course5mFamily and Friends Vocabulary List15mModule 1 Vocabulary Activity30mTyping Spanish Accents and Punctuation10m

6 practice exercises

Module 1 Vocabulario Review A30mModule 1 Vocabulario Review B30mModule 1 Writing Practice15mModule 1 Gramática Review20mPerspectivas Comprehension Check15mModule 1 Review45m

Week2

Week 2

4 hours to complete

Module 2: Talking About the Body

4 hours to complete

11 videos (Total 15 min), 2 readings, 6 quizzes

11 videos

Module Introduction56sIntroduction to Vocabulario1mIntroduction to Gramática56sThe Verb Estar1mExpressions for Physical Sensations56s-AR, -ER, -IR Regular Verbs2mNumbers: 1-1003mPerspectivas Introduction: El Cuerpo Enfermo36sPerspectivas: El Cuerpo Enfermo1mPerspectivas Summary: El Cuerpo Enfermo1mModule Summary1m

2 readings

The Body Vocabulary List15mModule 2 Vocabulary Activity30m

6 practice exercises

Module 2 Vocabulario Review A35mModule 2 Vocabulario Review B35mModule 2 Gramática Review20mModule 2 Writing Practice15mPerspectivas Comprehension Quiz20mModule 2 Review45m

Week3

Week 3

4 hours to complete

Module 3: Talking About Places and Weather

4 hours to complete

14 videos (Total 19 min), 2 readings, 6 quizzes

14 videos

Module Introduction1mIntroduction to Vocabulario1mIntroduction to Gramática57sSer vs. Estar2mThe Verb Hay1m–AR, -ER, -IR Stem-changing Verbs3mTalking About the Weather1mExpressing Obligations59sPossessive Adjectives1mMaking Comparisons of Inequality1mPerspectivas Introduction: La Plaza Central41sPerspectivas: La Plaza Central1mPerspectivas Summary: La Plaza Central59sModule Summary50s

2 readings

Places and Weather Vocabulary List10mModule 3 Vocabulary Activity30m

6 practice exercises

Module 3 Vocabulario Review A35mModule 3 Vocabulario Review B35mModule 3 Gramática Review30mModule 3 Writing Practice15mPerspectivas Comprehension Quiz30mModule 3 Review45m

3 hours to complete

Course Peer Review Activity

3 hours to complete

1 video (Total 1 min)

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TOP REVIEWS FROM SPANISH VOCABULARY: MEETING PEOPLE

by IIMar 26, 2020

The course is very useful with good structure and enables you to be greatly engaged and learn fast and with ease. Keep in mind that also it is necessary to combined it with other learning activity.

by RDSep 1, 2020

Such a great course, with a very good professor Mr. Robert Blake, all the thanks to him and to the University of California, Davis for this great opportunity... don't hesitate to start the course !!

by RJNov 19, 2020

Really throws you into Spanish. I was expecting something a bit easier but in the end this was an excellent course for those who want to learn quickly and get right into speaking Spanish.

by MRMay 4, 2017

Perfect introductory Spanish course - well structured material and good delivery. It would be great to see more advanced Spanish courses from this university or something geared towards DELE exam.

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About the Learn Spanish: Basic Spanish Vocabulary Specialization

¿Habla usted español? Spanish is the second most spoken language on earth, second only to Mandarin, and growing in use every day. This specialization is designed for the beginner who may have no experience with learning a second language but who wants to be able to read, write and speak Spanish for personal, travel or business use, or who just wants to learn a second language and build cultural awareness. The topical approach of each course allows learners to develop sets of vocabularies that will form the foundation for a broad understanding of the language. Learners will start with the basics, including common expressions, pronunciation and grammar, and work toward building a functional vocabulary of the 1500 most commonly used Spanish words. The specialization includes 4 courses that progressively build on the skills learned previously, and culminates in a project that allows learners to apply their knowledge and language skills.

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