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Spanish via Songs   

In this course you can listen to great songs from various countries, watch videos, sing along (or dance) and learn some Spanish while doing so! You should already have some background in Spanish. Here you can increase your listening skills, pick up new vocabulary and see how tricky grammar constructions are used in authentic contexts and cultures. After listening, we will clarify the meaning of the songs through discussion and some translations of the lyrics. We’ll focus on important grammar points as they are used in each song, but this is not a formal grammar and translation class. All the songs have easily singable sections, and students are encouraged to sing along. Links to the songs, videos and lyrics will be posted online for study and enjoyment. New students, as well as those who have taken previous versions of this course, are welcome; we will have new songs this term. We’ll speak Spanish as much as possible. 
 
NOTE: Students who have at least a basic understanding of Spanish up to a strong intermediate level can benefit from this course. At times, the vocabulary and grammar discussions may feel like a review to some students; at other times, they may be incomprehensible to beginners. Each student can learn something as they are ready. At the very least, we’ll have a good time listening to songs in Spanish.

  • Spanish via Songs – In-Person
  • Item Number: S25LANG167A
    Dates: 4/10/2025 - 5/8/2025
    Times: 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
    Days: Th
    Sessions: 5
    Maximum Enrollment:  32
    Seats Available:  11
    Building: Campbell Center
    Room: Room A
    Instructor: Teri Coppedge
    In this course you can listen to great songs from various countries, watch videos, sing along (or dance) and learn some Spanish while doing so! You should already have some background in Spanish. Here you can increase your listening skills, pick up new vocabulary and see how tricky grammar constructions are used in authentic contexts and cultures. After listening, we will clarify the meaning of the songs through discussion and some translations of the lyrics. We’ll focus on important grammar points as they are used in each song, but this is not a formal grammar and translation class. All the songs have easily singable sections, and students are encouraged to sing along. Links to the songs, videos and lyrics will be posted online for study and enjoyment. New students, as well as those who have taken previous versions of this course, are welcome; we will have new songs this term. We’ll speak Spanish as much as possible. 
     
    NOTE: Students who have at least a basic understanding of Spanish up to a strong intermediate level can benefit from this course. At times, the vocabulary and grammar discussions may feel like a review to some students; at other times, they may be incomprehensible to beginners. Each student can learn something as they are ready. At the very least, we’ll have a good time listening to songs in Spanish.
 

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