Spanish for Beginners 1 ¡Vamos!

Learn the basics of Spanish, the first step to becoming fluent.

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Bienvenidos and welcome to Learn Now Learn Well’s Spanish for Beginners!

This is the first course in the “Spanish for Beginners: Vamos” series. It is designed for those who have never taken Spanish or simply want to brush up on the basics.

CLASS IS OPEN FOR REGISTRATION

This is a self-guided course and you can learn at your own pace. With a monthly subscription, you can take as many months as you'd like!

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This self-guided course contains 7 units and includes cultural facts, common vocabulary, grammar, and listening and writing practice in each unit. In addition, each unit is divided into a theme, where vocabulary and grammar are introduced. Here is a breakdown of each Unit:

Unit 1 – Introduction

  1. Cultural Facts
  2. Pronunciation (the alphabet)
  3. Cognates/False cognates
  4. Common Phrases
  5. Question Words and Phrases
  6. Numbers (1-12)
  7. Study Tips

Unit 2 – Vocabulary Rules and Question Words

  1. Intro to Unit 2
  2. Cultural Facts
  3. Vocabulary Rules
  4. Cognates/False Cognates
  5. Question Words
  6. Common Questions
  7. Listening Practice
  8. Study Tips
  9. Quiz

Unit 3 – La familia

  1. Intro to Unit 3
  2. Cultural Facts
  3. Vocabulary Words
  4. Subjects
  5. Verbs
  6. Listening Practice
  7. Study Tips
  8. Quiz

Unit 4 – La casa

  1. Intro to Unit 4
  2. Cultural Facts
  3. Vocabulary
  4. Verbs (regular)
  5. Common Verbs
  6. Listening Practice
  7. Study Tips
  8. Quiz

Unit 5 – El trabajo

  1. Intro to Unit 5
  2. Cultural Facts
  3. Vocabulary
  4. Ser and Estar
  5. Irregular Verbs
  6. Common Verbs
  7. Listening Practice
  8. Study Tips
  9. Quiz

Unit 6 – La comunidad

  1. Intro to Unit 6
  2. Cultural Facts
  3. Vocabulary
  4. Ir (to go)
  5. Ir + a + infinitive
  6. Practice Activity
  7. Listening Practice
  8. Study Tips
  9. Quiz

Unit 7 - Review


Your Instructor


Joel Volkert
Joel Volkert

I have a great interest and appreciation for other languages and cultures. I love traveling and meeting new people, and I think you learn a ton while doing so. I have realized that I am very fortunate to have grown up speaking English, the "global language." I also want to share that with others, so that they can also communicate and understand the #1 language of communication in the world. Having taught ESL for nearly 10 years, I have a lot of experience and have created a lot of learning materials for students during those years. I am happy to be able to continue teaching online (and in-person)!

With Spanish being the second most-spoken language in the US, there is an increasing importance in being able to use it, and that's where I can help! My story begins in college, where I majored in Spanish and had the fortune of studying in Madrid, Spain. I had an incredible time and learned a lot. In fact, I had such a good time, I decided to become a teacher! I've tutored, taught and tested Spanish for several years to students of all ages and levels (though the majority being academically for universities), and really enjoy sharing my love of languages with others.

Finally, I have several years of experience in Career Coaching and development, and have helped many students and adults on their way to finding new jobs, careers and life paths. Having gone through many cross-country moves and changing jobs, I know what it is like to look for a new job/career and I am glad to be able to help others be successful in their journeys as well.

Thank you for your interest in taking my courses with Learn Now Learn Well. I hope that you'll find them fun and that you'll learn now and learn well! Good luck! (¡Buena suerte!)


Frequently Asked Questions


Will I learn vocabulary, grammar and practice listening/speaking?
All of the above! You will see direct translations, learn how to conjugate (change) verbs, hear pronunciation of words and phrases, and listen to sample conversations. You will then be able to talk with others or record yourself speaking and have me check for accuracy!
Are there opportunities to talk with the instructor and classmates?
Absolutely. At the end of each unit, there is a “Comments” section where I highly encourage you to ask questions, leave comments and interact with your instructor and classmates to practice your Spanish skills.
I have never taken Spanish before. Will I be okay?
¡Claro que sí! (Absolutely!) This course is designed for those with little or no previous Spanish. Since it’s self-guided, you can work at your own pace, with no pressure. You can also interact with classmates for further practice.
Are there videos and audio to practice listening?
Yes there are. Although there is some reading, there are videos to help guide you through more of the difficult things, like grammar and explanations. There is also audio for every vocabulary word, so you can learn to sound like a native speaker.
When does the course start and finish?
The course starts the day you register and you pay on a month-by-month basis. You can take the class for as many months as you'd like!
How much does it cost?
$50/month
What if I have questions?
You can either ask a question in the “comments” section at the end of each unit or contact me directly at [email protected].

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