Hola everyone! I want to squeeze in a Spanish course when I get to college, but I have so many other classes I want to take. Any recommendations for easy online Spanish courses that I can handle in a busy schedule?
Sure thing! It's great that you want to broaden your language skills. When looking for 'easy' courses, remember that language acquisition still requires effort and practice, but some courses are more flexible and user-friendly. Duolingo is a popular choice, free, and you can set your tempo—making it easier to fit into packed schedules.
However, if you prefer a college-accredited option, you might want to consider the overall difficulty of courses from providers like StraighterLine. These types of websites collaborate with various institutions to offer college-accredited courses online. Look for beginner Spanish courses and check out the course outline and syllabus, so you can gauge how intensive the course will be.
It might be good to talk to an academic counselor at your college. They could be aware of any partnerships your college has with online course providers. They can provide some insight and recommendations tailored to your situation as well.
Keep in mind that while it's important to balance your schedule, it's equally important that you're engaging with the course content and not just completing it for the sake of credit. Effective language learning requires consistent practice and engagement, so pick a course that you find interesting and would truly like to learn from!
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