Languages

Beginning

This class is designed for people with no knowledge of French, but it can also be a very good refresher for long-ago high school classes. You will learn greetings, how to introduce yourself, some basic social conversation, and useful words and expressions. You will obtain a basic language foundation and master the main verbs that are used in everyday language. Required Textbook: Learn French the Fast and Fun Way by Elizabeth Bourquin Leete and Theodore Kendris, Ph.D. ISBN 076417027
4/15–5/27 1:00–2:30pm 6wks M PAS 403 13000 $75 SURETT
4/16–5/28 6:00–7:30pm 7wks T ABX 12 13151 $89 ZOGHB

 

Beginning 2

Continue to build on our French grammar skills by conjugating verbs. We will also develop our reading skills by reading short compositions and developing our writing tools by crafting small presentations on common everyday themes. This class will place emphasis on speaking skills and correct grammar usage.
Required Textbooks: Easy French Stepby-Step by Myrna Bell Rochester ISBN:978-0071453875
4/17–5/29 1:00–2:30pm 7wks W PAS 403 13001 $89 SURETT 
4/18–5/30 6:00–7:30pm 7wks Th ABX 21 13171 $89 ZOGHB

 

Beyond Beginning

We will continue to improve our conversation, grammar and comprehension skills. In addition, we will be reading and listening to contemporary conversations in current, everyday French that will help us learn and practice simple dialogue which we can use in everyday situations.

Pre-Requisite: Beginning French 2 or equivalent

Required Textbook: Easy French Step-byStep by Myrna Bell Rochester, ISBN:978-0071453875
4/15–5/20 6:00–7:30pm 6wks M ABX 21 13152 $75 ZOGHB

Beginning Conversation 2

This class is continuing what we learned in the first beginner class. We’ll start in unit 3 in the textbook. You’ll learn more about how to talk about your family, leisure activities, job, and professions, and likes and dislikes. Grammatically, we’ll go over verb endings, gender and articles, possessive adjectives, and the accusative case. The link is for the bundle of course book, activity book, and CD set, but, they are available separately, as well.

Pre-Requisite: German Conversation 1, or previous German knowledge

Recommended Textbook: Willkommen! Beginner’s Course, 3rd Edition Coursebook, by Heiner Schneke
ISBN- 9781473672659, Course Pack: ISBN 9781473672673 For extra practice: Willkommen Activity Book, 3rd Edition by Heiner Schneke. ISBN-9781473672666 

 

Beginning Conversation 4

We will continue with unit 7 in the course book. You’ll learn more about life in the city and how to talk about recent events. Grammatically, we’ll go over accusative/ dative cases and present perfect tense. You can get the bundle of course book, activity book, and CD set, but, they are available separately, as well.

Pre-Requisite: German Conversation 3, or previous German knowledge
Recommended Textbook: Willkommen! Beginner’s Course (3rd Edition) by Paul Coggle ISBN 13:978-1-444-16515-9.
Willkommen Activity Book, A German Course for Adult Beginners by Paul Coggle ISBN 13:978-0-340-99076-6

We’ll start in Unit 8 in the course book. Topics that will be covered are: talking about recent events, living in the city versus country life, and comparing hotels. You’ll learn past tense and the dative case. Pre-Requisite: German Conversation 4, or previous German knowledge Recommended Textbook: Willkommen! Beginner’s Course, 3rd Edition Coursebook, by Heiner Schneke ISBN- 9781473672659, Course Pack ISBN 9781473672673 For
extra practice Willkommen Activity Book, 3rd Edition by
Heiner Schneke. ISBN-9781473672666
4/18–5/30 6:00–7:30pm 7wks Th ABX 6 13004 $89 PANTFOERDER

 

Beginning Conversation 7

This class will start with Unit 11 in the text book and we will finish the first book in this class. You’ll learn how to talk about weather, health and vacations, as well as life in Germany in generel. In terms of grammar, we’ll cover more prepositions, modal verbs, and conjunctions.

Pre-Requisite: German Conversation 6, or previous German knowledge
Recommended Textbook: Willkommen! Beginner’s Course, 3rd Edition Coursebook, by Heiner Schneke ISBN- 9781473672659, Course Pack: ISBN 9781473672673
For extra practice: Willkommen Activity Book, 3rd Edition by Heiner Schneke. ISBN-9781473672666

We’ll start the second book in the “Willkommen! German” series. The first two chapters are about talking about yourself and school and educational life. Grammatically we’ll go over conjunctions, more prepositions, and the present perfect, as well, as the future tense. Pre-Requisite: German Conversation 7 or previous German knowledge. Required Textbook: Willkommen! 2 German Intermediate course: Activity Book 1st Edition, By Heiner Schenke ISBN-13-978-1444165203
4/17–5/29 6:00–7:30pm 7wks W ABX 6 13005 $89 PANTFOERDER

Beginning

Ciao! Are you planning a trip to Italy, or would you enjoy learning about Italian culture and language? This class is the place for you! This is a course for “absolute beginners” with no experience or very minor exposure to the language, or for those who need a review course before moving to Beginning 2. You’ll be able to  utilize the basic conversation and grammar tools necessary to communicate and understand.
Required Textbook: Complete Italian Step-By-Step, By Paola Nanni-Tate, ISBN 978-1260463231
4/15–5/27 7:30–9:00pm 6wks M ABX 23 12965 $75 GRATZKE 
4/16–5/28 1:00–2:30pm 7wks T PAS 404 12966 $89 GRATZKE

 

Beginning 2

This class provides a transition from the introductory level and will focus on commonly used vocabulary, articulated prepositions, a variety of verbs, adjectives and Italian idioms. We will focus on constructing simple sentences, listening to short dialogues and developing reading and comprehension skills. This course will prepare you for Beyond Beginning.
Required Textbook: Complete Italian Step-By-Step, By Paola Nanni-Tate, ISBN 978-1260463231
Pre-Requisite: Beginning Italian or the equivalent
4/16–5/28 7:00–8:30pm  7wks T ABX 23 12967 $89 GRATZKE
4/17–5/29 1:00–2:30pm 7wks W ONLINE 12969 $89 GRATZKE

 

Beyond Beginning

Once you have completed Beginning Italian 2, you will move beyond to focus more on comprehension, grammar and conversation. You will read a book at levels of A1, A2 or B1. You will learn how to speak in the past tense, which is very important in conversation.
Required Textbook: Complete Italian Step-By-Step, By Paola Nanni-Tate, ISBN 978-1260463231
4/15–5/27 6:00–7:30pm 6wks M ABX 23 12970 $75 GRATZKE
4/18–5/30 1:00–2:30pm 7wks Th ONLINE 12971 $89 GRATZKE

 

Intermediate

This class is aimed at deepening the textbook program and advancing you to a higher level of reading comprehension, more difficult grammar concepts and conversation. Pronunciation and vocabulary will improve while working on your ability to speak, use grammar, and write effectively.

4/17–5/29 7:00–8:30pm 7wks W ONLINE 12972 $89 GRATZKE

 

Advanced

If you have advanced knowledge of the language, this immersion class will take you to a higher level of cultural exploration and listening comprehension. You will have the opportunity to practice and reinforce all verb tenses. 
Class reading novel: Il treno dei Bambini (Italian Edition) by Viola Ardone ISBN: 978-8806242329
4/16–5/28 5:00–6:30pm 7wks T ONLINE 12973 $89 GRATZKE

Beginning

Conversational Japanese can be easy and fun. In this introductory course, we will focus on conversation and commonly used vocabulary. The main focus is to practice speaking with an emphasis on phonics. You can start using your Japanese at sushi restaurants and Japanese markets locally in San Diego. No previous experience is necessary.
Required Textbook: Easy Japanese Step by Step, Third Edition, by Gene Nishi. ISBN-13: 978-1260116274

Beginning 1

Anyong-haseyo! In this basic conversation class, designed for the absolute beginner, we will learn the basic foundation of Korean language. We’ll learn greetings and the alphabet which will lead you to expand to the basic conversation.
Required Textbook: Talk to me in Korean, Level 1, ISBN 10:1186701072 4/16–5/28 5:30–7:00pm 7wks T ABX 11
13038 $89 KANG

 

Beginning 2

Explore and expand the basic communication skills in Korean. You will learn and explore the fundamental grammar, vocabulary and useful expressions for daily life throughout the course.
Required Textbook: Talk to Me in Korean, Level 1 ISBN: 10:1186701072
Pre-Requisite: Beginning Korean 1
4/15–5/20 5:30–6:30pm 6wks M ABX 11 13039 $59 KANG

 

Expand your understanding of Korean culture and focus on the expansion of conversational skills. You will explore grammatical structures, idioms, old sayings, and common Korean metaphors and figurative language.
Required Textbook: Talk to Me in Korean, Level 2, ISBN: 979-11-86701-08-9
Pre-Requisite: Korean Beginning 2 or the equivalent
4/15–5/20 7:00–8:30pm 6wks M ABX 11 13040 $75 KANG

Beginning

Are you completely new to Spanish? Learn painlessly and confidently how to carry on basic conversations in various settings and situations. Grammar is minimal.
Recommended Textbook: Easy Spanish Step by Step, by Barbara Bregstein ISBN-13: 978-0071463386
4/15–5/20 1:00–2:30pm 6wks M PAS 401 12931 $75 GUTIERREZ
4/16–5/28 6:00–7:30pm 7wks T ABX 19 12929 $89 NAVARRO

 

Beyond Beginning

You’re ready for the next step. This class is for continuing beginners, or students with prior knowledge of Spanish, wanting to continue in their studies. Emphasis is on everyday social conversation using more sophisticated vocabulary and some useful verbs in the present tense. English is spoken to support learning. 
Recommended Textbook: Easy Spanish Step by Step, by Barbara Bregstein ISBN-13:978-0071463386
4/16–5/28 6:00–7:30pm 7wks T ABX 20 12962 $89 BUENDIA 4/17–5/29 1:00–2:30pm 7wks W PAS 401 12932 $89 GUTIERREZ

 

Intermediate

You will really be able to practice your Spanish language skills in this class. We will emphasize comprehension, speaking, reading, pronunciation and composition. Previous Experience Recommended:
Spanish Beyond Beginning or the equivalent
Recommended Textbook: Spanish Now, Level I, 8th Edition. ISBN 10: 1438075235
4/17–5/29 6:00–7:30pm 7wks W ABX 12 12963 $89 BUENDIA

 

Spanish only will be spoken in this class. You will bring stories and anecdotes from home and read them in class. The focus will be solely on speaking and pronunciation. Textbook: Repase Y Escriba, 5th edition, By Maria Canteli Dominics and John J. Reynolds (downloaded from the internet for no fee) Pre-Requisite: Spanish Intermediate or strong knowledge of Spanish.
4/17–5/29 6:00–7:30pm 7wks W ABX 19 13150 $89 NAVARRO