Intermediate Spanish 200 Courses - UW Department of Spanish

Courses at the 200 level build on the foundation established at the 100 level. The Spanish department offers four courses designed for the intermediate student: 201, 202, 203, and 210. Each course builds on the last, while 210 is an accelerated web-assisted course meant to replace 201 and 202. All of the courses at the 200 level aim to prepare the student for in depth vocabulary, writing, conversational and reading skills. Please use the site navigation to familiarize yourself with Intermediate Spanish courses offered through the University of Washington Spanish Department.

Study every day; if you get behind in language, it is very difficult to catch up.
Much of foreign language learning involves memorization more than the understanding of theory or concepts; instructors will use the grammar and vocabulary in class as much as possible, but you need to work on it outside of class.
Do all assigned readings. You don't need to understand all that you read, nor do you need to look up every word. The important thing is to understand the main idea, do all activities (pre- and post-reading) related to the text, and come to class prepared to discuss a few of the central points. If you are struggling with vocabulary and comprehension and tempted to look up too many words, try this: Read the section once completely--without stopping--and circle the commonly used words that you do not recognize. Then, look up those words and read the entire section again. Finally, write down (in Spanish) 3-5 of the central ideas.
Make vocabulary flashcards--Spanish on one side, English on the other--and always learn the words from English to Spanish. When you memorize a word in Spanish, memorize the spelling (including accent marks) and, if a noun, the gender.
Study the grammar on the assigned days, and always try to associate it with the task or activity assigned for that day. That will help you to understand how and when to use a particular structure.
Make full use of the workbook to give yourself extra practice with grammar and to develop your listening skills.
Study for exams as you work through each chapter. Cramming for an exam the night before will not work.
Visit the online course portal daily to make sure you have accessed all necessary materials.
Plan ahead. The dates of exams, discussions, compositions, homework, and films are in the daily syllabus. Budget your time accordingly.
If you find you are having trouble keeping up or understanding, please stop in to see your instructor. The earlier you start working on problem areas, the easier they are to master.

*Intermediate Spanish at UW*

Home Spanish Dept. LLC Ave Cervantes Quia Moodle Course Information 201 202 203 210	About 200-Level Courses Courses at the 200 level build on the foundation established at the 100 level. The Spanish department offers four courses designed for the intermediate student: 201, 202, 203, and 210. Each course builds on the last, while 210 is an accelerated web-assisted course meant to replace 201 and 202. All of the courses at the 200 level aim to prepare the student for in depth vocabulary, writing, conversational and reading skills. Please use the site navigation to familiarize yourself with Intermediate Spanish courses offered through the University of Washington Spanish Department. General Suggestions for Successful Language Study Study every day; if you get behind in language, it is very difficult to catch up. Much of foreign language learning involves memorization more than the understanding of theory or concepts; instructors will use the grammar and vocabulary in class as much as possible, but you need to work on it outside of class. Do all assigned readings. You don't need to understand all that you read, nor do you need to look up every word. The important thing is to understand the main idea, do all activities (pre- and post-reading) related to the text, and come to class prepared to discuss a few of the central points. If you are struggling with vocabulary and comprehension and tempted to look up too many words, try this: Read the section once completely--without stopping--and circle the commonly used words that you do not recognize. Then, look up those words and read the entire section again. Finally, write down (in Spanish) 3-5 of the central ideas. Make vocabulary flashcards--Spanish on one side, English on the other--and always learn the words from English to Spanish. When you memorize a word in Spanish, memorize the spelling (including accent marks) and, if a noun, the gender. Study the grammar on the assigned days, and always try to associate it with the task or activity assigned for that day. That will help you to understand how and when to use a particular structure. Make full use of the workbook to give yourself extra practice with grammar and to develop your listening skills. Study for exams as you work through each chapter. Cramming for an exam the night before will not work. Visit the online course portal daily to make sure you have accessed all necessary materials. Plan ahead. The dates of exams, discussions, compositions, homework, and films are in the daily syllabus. Budget your time accordingly. If you find you are having trouble keeping up or understanding, please stop in to see your instructor. The earlier you start working on problem areas, the easier they are to master.
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