Language & Culture courses - Central Oregon Community College

Advanced Spanish Special Studies: Literature

This course is for advanced Spanish-speaking students who want to practice speaking the language and incorporate it into their everyday lives. Develop your Spanish speaking and comprehension skills through literature and conversation. New materials are added each session so returning students are always welcome.

October 7-28, 2024 | 12:00pm-1:00pm PDT | Online

Apreciaci�n Art�stica: Pintores Espa�oles

Are you interested in learning about great Spanish artists? This lecture-style course, taught in Spanish, will introduce you to the lives, times, and styles of four prominent Spanish painters. Moving chronologically, we quickly focus our lens on El Greco before learning to appreciate Vel�zquez. We then delve into Goya and Picasso. By the end of six hours, you will feel a connection to each artist and his masterpiece(s), in addition to gaining an appreciation of the psychology and history that shaped the work of each painter. Course is intended for the Intermediate-High Level Spanish Language student.

November 19, 2024 to December 3, 2024 | 5:30pm-7:30pm PST | Bend

Beginning Conversational German

Learn to speak German! Students will learn essential vocabulary, grammar structure, and ability to carry on easy conversations in German. Using a variety of tools and materials, the instructor will teach students to introduce themselves, talk about daily activities, family, and ask simple questions. This course will focus on real life situations and provide students with an introduction to German speaking countries and culture. No materials needed.

September 30, 2024 to November 25, 2024 | 6:00pm-8:00pm PDT | Bend

CHN 101: Mandarin Chinese I - Live-streamed

Introduces Mandarin Chinese language presented within the context of Chinese culture. First course of a three-course sequence. Introduces students to the sound system of Mandarin Chinese and moves on to basic skills in listening, speaking, reading, and copying a limited number of Chinese characters. This is a non-credit Community Education class. You will not receive college credit.

CHN 141: Chinese Culture Through Film

Introduction to the history, politics, society, and economy of China through viewing and analyzing cinema. Examines how traditional Asian visual arts and centuries-old cultural tradition influenced filmmakers. No background in Chinese languages is required. This is a non-credit Community Education class. You will not receive college credit.

Conversational Spanish I

Conversational Spanish I is for the true beginner or novice, with little or no Spanish language instruction. Students will learn the Spanish alphabet, basic grammar construction, and vocabulary, to help provide a foundation for conversational skills in practical situations. By the end of the class, students will be able to introduce themselves and talk about their family and weekly activities using ser, tener, estar, and other common verbs, as well as ask simple questions to discover information. A textbook is required for this class.

September 25, 2024 to November 27, 2024 | 3:00pm-5:00pm PDT | Bend
October 2, 2024 to December 11, 2024 | 6:00pm-8:00pm PDT | Redmond

Conversational Spanish II

Conversational Spanish II will pick up where Conversational Spanish I left off. This course is for novice students with some Spanish language instruction. Students will spend time in class expanding grammar, conversational expressions, and vocabulary as well as working on listening and speaking skills through a variety of activities. This course is taught primarily in Spanish, with some English to support learner's comprehension. A textbook is required for this course.

FR 101: 1st Year French I

The first course of a three-course sequence in French. Emphasizes active communication in French. Develops students' basic skills in listening, reading, writing, and speaking. Class meets twice a week in person and includes asynchronous online work. This is a non-credit Community Education class. You will not receive college credit.

September 23, 2024 to December 4, 2024 | 3:15pm-4:35pm PDT | Bend
September 23, 2024 to December 4, 2024 | 8:45am-10:05am PDT | Bend

FR 201: 2nd Year French I

This course continues the work of First Year French, reviewing, expanding, and perfecting pronunciation, structure and vocabulary for the purpose of active oral and written communication. Emphasis on writing and reading skills. Incorporates culture in all aspects of the course; class taught mostly in French. Course should be taken in sequence. This is a non-credit Community Education class. You will not receive college credit.

September 23, 2024 to December 4, 2024 | 10:30am-11:50am PDT | Bend

Intermediate Spanish Special Studies: Music

Develop your comprehension skills, grammar base, and passion for the Spanish language with music. Using a different song each week, this contextually rooted and culturally rich medium will guide you through the practice of speaking Spanish and incorporating it into your everyday life. New materials are added each session so returning students are always welcome. Recommended preparation: Intermediate Spanish language skills.

November 4, 2024 to December 9, 2024 | 12:00pm-1:00pm PST | Online

IT 101: 1st Year Italian I

Designed for beginners. Emphasizes active communication in Italian. Develops students' basic skills in listening, reading, writing, and speaking in Italian. This is a non-credit Community Education class. You will not receive college credit.

September 24, 2024 to December 5, 2024 | 10:30am-11:50am PDT | Bend

Spanish 'If' Clauses: How to Talk About Hypothetical Events

How many times have you wondered how to talk about hypothetical events in Spanish? "If" clauses such as, "If" I were you, I would.... require some of the most advanced grammar in the Spanish language. But with a little knowledge, and a lot of application. After this course you will walk away with the ability to to talk about hypotheticals in Spanish (finally)! Course is intended for the Advanced Level Spanish Language student.

October 29, 2024 to November 5, 2024 | 5:30pm-7:30pm PDT | Bend

Spanish Pop-Up: Mystery Solved! The Spanish Subjunctive

The abstract world of dreams, imagination, and unrealized ideas can be glimpsed through the Spanish subjunctive. Use this course to reinforce the rules you have already studied about how to form and use the Spanish subjunctive. Course is intended for the Intermediate Level Spanish Language student.

October 1-15, 2024 | 5:30pm-7:30pm PDT | Bend

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