Yes, it is. To place directly into a higher level language class you need to contact
a professor in the discipline. S/he will meet with you, briefly assess your language
competency, and sign a waiver for you to register into the appropriate level.
It is not possible to get credit for classes taken at high school at this time. However,
you may be able to place into a higher language level class. See question above.
There are many factors to consider when choosing which language to study. You may
want to learn something completely new and choose a language based on its intriguing
culture. You may choose a language that relates to your field of study or to your
ancestry. Some students already partially know a language and would like to learn
it more in depth. These students should contact a professor in the discipline to
determine which class would best suit their needs.
Spanish 11 and Spanish 12 are courses designed for heritage learners. These are students
who are already familiar with Spanish but would like to round out their knowledge
with an academic approach to the language. These courses also focus on the notion
of cultural identity within the Spanish-speaking world.
No, it is not more difficult. There are two tracks within the Spanish discipline.
One caters to students who are learning Spanish as a true second language. The other
track caters to so-called Heritage learners who are already somewhat familiar with
the Spanish language through their upbringing and environment. Generally speaking,
heritage learners are bored in “regular” Spanish classes (to the point of underperforming)
and benefit greatly from Spanish 11 and 12 instead. Please contact a Spanish professor
for advice on which track to choose.
