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Do you want to take the AP Spanish exam, but your school doesn't offer a Spanish language course? Are you looking for a way to get more practice with and exposure to the AP Spanish exam in general?Do you want to become more proficient in Spanish? Then this interactive online course taught by a Boston University language instructor is for you.

This course, conducted entirely in Spanish, will prepare you to do all the tasks on the AP exam, such as:

Interpret authentic written and audio texts
Speak Spanish both conversationally and be able to give formal presentations
Write correspondence and persuasive essays
Think productively about Hispanic cultures and compare them to your own culture
Understand and discuss issues pertaining to the themesof contemporary life, families and communities, personal and public identity, science and technology, beauty and aesthetics, as well as global challenges
Consider the intersection of these themes as well as connections to your own lives

Enroll in this course to prepare for the AP Spanish Language exam and refine your linguistic skills in the process. ¡Bienvenidos!

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What you'll learn

- Strategies for interpreting written and audio texts in Spanish, even when you don't understand every word
- Strategies for starting, continuingand ending a conversation in Spanish
- The formal conventions of letter writing
- How to make an effective and concise oral presentation
- How to write a well-argued and organized persuasive essay

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- strategies for interpreting written and audio texts in spanish, even when you don't understand every word- strategies for starting, continuingand ending a conversation in spanish- the formal conventions of letter writing- how to make an effective and concise oral presentation- how to write a well-argued and organized persuasive essay

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Designed for non-native students aiming to take the AP Spanish exam. This course focuses on exam content

Taught by a language instructor at Boston University

Provides comprehensive preparation for all sections of the AP Spanish exam

Helps learners interpret authentic audio and written texts, even with limited comprehension

Develops conversational, presentational, and written communication skills in Spanish

Covers Hispanic cultures, comparing them to other cultures

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Learners who complete AP® Spanish Language and Culture will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Spanish Translator

A Spanish translator takes written content in Spanish and expresses that content in English. Many different industries rely on Spanish translators, as Spanish is a popular language across the globe, spoken by more than 500 million people across nearly three dozen countries. This course helps build the language skills that a Spanish translator would need to be successful in their work.

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Language Arts Teacher

A Language Arts Teacher develops and delivers instructional materials, as well as teaches language and literature courses. The majority of Language Arts Teachers focus on their native language, but there are also second language Language Arts Teachers, especially at private institutions and international schools. Taking this course can certainly help a second language Language Arts Teacher refine their skills.

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Immigration Specialist

An Immigration Specialist helps foreign-born people navigate the immigration process, including obtaining visas, green cards, and citizenship. Since Spanish is one of the most common languages spoken by immigrants to the United States, the ability to speak this language would be valuable to an Immigration Specialist.

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ESL Teacher

An ESL Teacher supports nonnative speakers of English in learning to communicate in English. Depending on their career setting, ESL teachers may work in classrooms with students of one language background or with students from many different language backgrounds. An ESL teacher who speaks Spanish would be able to provide additional support to Spanish-speaking students, making this course a valuable elective.

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Journalist

A Journalist is a writer who reports on current events, typically for a newspaper, magazine, or website. Since Journalists are often required to report on international events, the ability to speak and understand Spanish can be a valuable tool. Moreover, this course builds upon writing skills, which will be critical for any aspiring Journalist.

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Diplomat

A Diplomat is a person who represents their government in an official capacity. The ability to speak Spanish can be incredibly valuable to a diplomat, as it is spoken in many countries across the globe. Moreover, this course focuses on building skills in cultural fluency, which is important for a diplomat who is expected to work across international cuisines and cultures.

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Travel Agent

A Travel Agent plans and books travel for individuals and groups. While it is not required to speak every language spoken by one's clients, having the ability to speak or understand Spanish would expand a Travel Agent's client base to include Spanish-speaking individuals. This course can help Travel Agents refine their Spanish into a professional capacity.

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Lawyer

Lawyers help people navigate and resolve legal issues. Because many legal cases involve parties from many language backgrounds, lawyers are often required to work with Spanish-speakers. Having a strong command of Spanish may help a lawyer build a successful practice, and this course may be a useful tool to add to your skillset.

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Event Planner

An Event Planner coordinates all aspects of an event, from planning the menu to hiring vendors. The ability to speak Spanish could be valuable to an Event Planner, especially in states with large Spanish-speaking communities, as it would expand their client base. Moreover, this course helps refine communication skills, which is important for Event Planners.

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Sales Representative

A Sales Representative is responsible for selling products or services to new and existing customers. Having the ability to speak Spanish is useful in this role since it allows Sales Representatives to expand their client base to include Spanish-speakers. This course may be útil.

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Customer Service Representative

A Customer Service Representative answers phone calls, emails, and other questions from customers. In the United States, there is a large Spanish-speaking population, so the ability to speak Spanish would allow a CSR to assist a greater client base. This course may help you build the Spanish language skills to do so.

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Marketing Manager

A Marketing Manager develops and executes marketing campaigns to promote a company's products or services. The ability to speak Spanish is helpful in this role, as it allows Marketing Managers to reach a wider target audience. This course may be a helpful elective.

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Financial Analyst

A Financial Analyst researches and evaluates financial information to make sound investment decisions. While this role does not require the ability to speak Spanish, it may be a useful elective as it helps develop analytical, problem-solving, and presentation skills.

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Author

An Author translates ideas from their head into written form. Being adept at Spanish is not required, but a course that can help refine your written communication skills can help you emerge as a more well-rounded, cultured, and accessible Author. This course is centered around developing discourse and writing skills, building a foundation for a successful Author career.

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Software Engineer

A Software Engineer designs, develops, and maintains software applications. This role does not require the ability to speak Spanish nor does this course build a foundation for entering this field.

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