Language and Communication

Arabic

Arabic Language: Beginning I

Interested in learning basic skills, including conversation, reading, writing and basic grammar in Arabic? Come meet with others who share a common interest in the Arabic culture and language. Text required; bring to first class: Ultimate Arabic Beginner-Intermediate (BK), ISBN 978-4000-0977-0 (1-4000-0977-4). Optional: Arabic Practical Dictionary, ISBN 9780781810456; Arabic: A Language Map, ISBN 9780944502181.
FLAR:717 | 8 sessions | $60+ Age 60+ | $99 Regular
P01 | W 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Jabr Dumit | Feb. 20-April 17 | MC-CS, 205
• NOTE: No class 3/20.
• NOTE: Classroom has changed.

Bosnian

Bosnian and Croatian Language: Beginning I

Are you interested in the Bosnian and Croatian language and culture of the region? Learn basic everyday expressions, simple conversational phrases and contemporary culture of this region. No text required.
FLBO:717 | 8 sessions | $60+ Age 60+ | $99 Regular
P01 | Th 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Azim Mujakic | Feb. 28-April 25 | STLCC-South County, 104
• NOTE: No class 3/21.

Chinese

Chinese for First Timers

Explore an ancient culture and language with Chinese for First-Timers. This is the perfect class for beginners that are ready to start with the basics. Get introduced to pronunciation, the Pin Yin system, greetings and basic sentences. No text required.
FLCH:717 | 4 sessions | $39.50 Age 60+ | $59 Regular
P01 | W 7-9 p.m. | John Yeh | Feb. 20-March 13 | MC-SO, 112

Chinese Language: Beginning I

Learn Chinese conversational skills for traveling or doing business in China! Learn practical dialogue for asking directions, using public transportation, making phone calls, and other needs for travel and social life. After completion of class, you will have a basic knowledge of the Chinese language which will enrich your experiences. Prerequisite: Chinese for First Timers or knowledge of the Pin Yin system. Text required; bring to first class: Lonely Planet Mandarin Phrasebook and Dictionary, 8th ed., ISBN 978-1743211977.
FLCH:717 | 8 sessions | $60+ Age 60+ | $99 Regular
P02 | W 7-9 p.m. | John Yeh | April 10-May 29 | MC-SO, 112
• NOTE: Class dates changed.

French

French Language: Beginning I

Explore a new culture and language in a relaxed and informal atmosphere. Learn practical vocabulary, correct pronunciation and the basic sentence structure necessary to understand and begin to formulate conversations in French! Text required; bring to first class: French Now! Level 1, 5th edition with 3 audio CDs, ISBN 9781438072791.
FLFR:717 | 8 sessions | $60+ Age 60+ | $99 Regular
P01 | M 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Barbara Sandmel | March 25-May 13 | Clayton HS, 123

German

German Language: Beginning I

Explore a new culture and language in a relaxed and informal atmosphere. Learn practical vocabulary, correct pronunciation and the basic sentence structure necessary to understand and begin to formulate conversations in German! Text required; bring to first class: Access to German: Jagerbuch, Band 1, ed. 2, ISBN-13 9780072853766. Available at the Meramec campus bookstore and Barnes and Noble.
FLGE:717 | 8 sessions | $60+ Age 60+ | $99 Regular
P01 | Tu 6-8 p.m. | Ann Cotter | March 26-May 14 | MC-BA, 124

German Language: Beginning II

Continue to increase your knowledge of the German language including speaking, grammar and vocabulary! Concentration will be on oral use of the language in dealing with everyday situations. Prerequisite: German-Beginning I or equivalent experience. Text required; bring to first class: Access to German: Jagerbuch, Band 1/Edition 2, ISBN-13 9780072853766. Available at the Meramec campus bookstore and Barnes and Noble.
FLGE:718 | 8 sessions | $60+ Age 60+ | $99 Regular
P01 | Tu 6-8 p.m. | Ann Cotter | Jan. 22-March 12 | MC-BA, 118

German Language: Beginning III

Continue to increase your knowledge of the German language including speaking, grammar and vocabulary! Concentration will be on oral use of the language in dealing with everyday situations. Prerequisite: German-Beginning II or equivalent experience. Text required; bring to first class: Access to German: Jagerbuch, Band 1/Edition 2 ISBN-13 9780072853766. Available at the Meramec campus bookstore and Barnes and Noble.
FLGE:719 | 8 sessions | $60+ Age 60+ | $99 Regular
P01 | M 6-8 p.m. | Ann Cotter | March 25-May 13 | MC-BA, 116

Irish

Irish (Gaelic) Language: Beginning I

Explore a new culture and language in a relaxed and informal atmosphere. Learn practical vocabulary, correct pronunciation and the basic sentence structure necessary to understand and begin to formulate and feel comfortable conversing in Gaelic. No text required.
FLIR:717 | 8 sessions | $60+ Age 60+ | $99 Regular
P01 | Sa 9-11 a.m. | Sarah Johnson | Jan. 19-March 16 | FP-G, 115
• NOTE: Class title has changed. Jan. 19 session cancelled; makeup session on March 16.

Irish (Gaelic) Language: Beginning II

Continue to increase your knowledge of Gaelic including speaking, grammar and vocabulary. Concentration will be on oral use of the language in dealing with everyday situations. Prerequisite: Irish (Gaelic) Language: Beginning I or equivalent experience. No text required.
FLIR:718 | 8 sessions | $60+ Age 60+ | $99 Regular
P02 | Sa 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. | Sarah Johnson | Jan. 26-March 16 | FP-G, 117
• NOTE: This new class was not listed in the catalog.

Italian

Italian for the Traveler

Italian Language: Beginning I

Italian Language: Beginning II

Continue to increase your knowledge of the Italian language including speaking, grammar and vocabulary! Concentration will be on oral use of the language in dealing with everyday situations. Conversation with cultural elements will be emphasized. Class will be conducted almost exclusively in Italian. Prerequisite: Italian: Beginning I or equivalent experience. Text required; bring to first class: Ultimate Italian: Beginner-Intermediate, ISBN 978-1-4000-0967-1.
FLIT:718 | 8 sessions | $60+ Age 60+ | $99 Regular
P01 | Tu 7-9 p.m. | Barbara Klein | March 26-May 14 | FP-G, 321
P02 | W 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Maria Brandle | March 27-May 22 | Kirkwood Sr. HS, E 183
• NOTE: Course end date extended due to inclement weather closure.

Italian Conversation: Intermediate I

Improve your conversational skills in Italian through focus on everyday vocabulary and situations. Examine and review basic grammar and sentence structure. Aspects of Italian culture will be introduced and highlighted as topics of conversation throughout the class. Class will be conducted almost exclusively in Italian. Prerequisite: Italian Language: Beginning III or equivalent experience. Text required; bring to first class: Ultimate Italian: Beginner-Intermediate, ISBN 978-1-4000-0967-1.
FLIT:720 | 8 sessions | $60+ Age 60+ | $99 Regular
P01 | Tu 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Maria Brandle | Jan. 22-March 12 | Kirkwood Sr. HS, E 183

Italian Conversation: Intermediate II

Continue to increase your knowledge of the Italian language including speaking, grammar and vocabulary! Concentration will be on oral use of the language in dealing with everyday situations. Conversation with cultural elements will be emphasized. Class will be conducted almost exclusively in Italian. Prerequisite Italian-Intermediate II or equivalent experience. Text required; bring to first class: Ultimate Italian: Beginner-Intermediate, ISBN 978-1-4000-09671.
FLIT:721 | 8 sessions | $60+ Age 60+ | $99 Regular
P01 | Tu 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Maria Brandle | March 26-May 14 | Kirkwood Sr. HS, E 183

Italian Conversation: Advanced

Continue to review grammar and syntax in conjunction with reading and discussion of articles and short stories in this advanced Italian conversation class. Prerequisite: Conversational Italian-Intermediate level or equivalent experience. Must have a good command of the Italian language, its structure and vocabulary. No text required.
FLIT:723 | 8 sessions | $60+ Age 60+ | $99 Regular
P01 | M 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Maria Brandle | March 25-May 13 | MC-SO, 111

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Korean

Korean Language: Beginning I

Explore a new culture and language in a relaxed and informal atmosphere. Learn practical vocabulary, correct pronunciation and the basic sentence structure necessary to understand and begin to formulate conversations in Korean. Last class will be a Korean potluck. Text recommended; bring to first class: Korean for Beginners: Mastering Conversational Korean, ISBN 978-0804841009.
FLKO:717 | 8 sessions | $60+ Age 60+ | $99 Regular
P01 | Sa 9:30 a.m.-11:30 am | Misook Yu | March 30-May 18 | MC-SO, 204

Portuguese

Portuguese for the Traveler

Enjoy an easy and practical introduction to the Brazilian Portuguese language. Learn survival phrases, how to read signs, menus, transportation schedules and more. Explore cultural differences and be prepared to enjoy your adventure. A jump-start course for smart travelers! Text suggested; bring to first class: Berlitz Brazilian Portuguese Phrase Book and Dictionary, ISBN 978-1780044484.
FLPG:716 | 6 sessions | $75 Age 60+ | $75 Regular
P01 | Sa 10 a.m.-noon | Viva Brasil STL | Feb. 2-March 9 | MC-BA, 118

Portuguese Language: Beginning I

Explore the Brazilian culture and language in a relaxed and informal atmosphere. Learn practical vocabulary, correct pronunciation and the basic sentence structure necessary to form greetings, introductions and daily expressions in basic Portuguese. No text required. Bring a pocket folder, notebook and pen.
FLPG:717 | 8 sessions | $99 Age 60+ | $99 Regular
P01 | Sa 10 a.m.-noon | Viva Brasil STL | Jan. 26-March 16 | MC-SO, 108 (MC-SO, 109 on March 16)
• NOTE: Class on March 16 will take place in MC-SO, 109.
P02 | W 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Viva Brasil STL | March 27-May 15 | MC-SO, 107
• NOTE: Room number has changed.

Portuguese Language: Beginning II

Continue to increase your knowledge of the Portuguese language by introducing simple conversation, grammar and vocabulary. Improve your basic understanding of Portuguese and communicate better in common everyday situations. Prerequisite: Portuguese: Beginning I or equivalent experience. No text required. Bring a pocket folder, notebook and pen.
FLPG:718 | 8 sessions | $99 Age 60+ | $99 Regular
P01 | W 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Viva Brasil STL | Jan. 23-March 13 | MC-BA, 114
P02 | Sa 10 a.m.-noon | Viva Brasil STL | March 30-May 18 | MC-BA, 118

Portuguese Language: Beginning III

Continue to increase your knowledge of the Portuguese language including speaking, grammar and vocabulary. Emphasis will be on oral use of the language in dealing with everyday situations. Prerequisite: Portuguese: Beginning II or equivalent experience. No text required. Bring a pocket folder, notebook and pen.
FLPG:719 | 8 sessions | $99 Age 60+ | $99 Regular
P01 | W 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Viva Brasil STL | March 27-May 15 | MC-BA, 114

Portuguese Language: Intermediate II

Continue to improve your conversational skills in Portuguese through focus on everyday vocabulary and situations. Examine and review basic grammar and sentence structure. Aspects of Brazilian culture will be introduced and highlighted as topics of conversation throughout the class. Prerequisite: Intermediate I or equivalent experience. No text required. Bring a pocket folder, notebook and pen.
FLPG:721 | 8 sessions | $99 Age 60+ | $99 Regular
P01 | Sa 10 a.m.-noon | Viva Brasil STL | Jan. 26-March 16 | MC-BA, 120

Portuguese Language: Intermediate III

Improve your conversational skills in Portuguese through focus on everyday vocabulary and situations. Examine and review basic grammar and sentence structure. Aspects of Brazilian culture will be introduced and highlighted as topics of conversation throughout the class. Prerequisite: Portuguese: Intermediate II or equivalent experience. No text required. Bring a pocket folder, notebook and pen.
FLPG:722 | 8 sessions | $99 Age 60+ | $99 Regular
P01 | Sa 10 a.m.-noon | Viva Brasil STL | March 30-May 18 | MC-SW, 206
• NOTE: Classroom has changed.

Russian

Russian for First Timers

Begin to explore a new culture and language with Russian for First Timers. This is the perfect class for beginners that are ready to start with the basics. Get introduced to the alphabet, pronunciation, greetings, phrases and present tense verbs. Text required; bring to first class: Russian in 10 Minutes a Day, with digital download, ISBN 13:978-1-931873345.
FLRU:717 | 4 sessions | $39.50 Age 60+ | $59 Regular
P01 | Tu 7-9 p.m. | Valerie Powers | Jan. 22-Feb. 12 | MC-SO, 111

Russian Language: Beginning I

Explore a new culture and language in a relaxed and informal atmosphere. While covering all four aspects of study this course will primarily focus on oral proficiency. Prerequisite: Russian for First Timers or a good understanding of the Russian alphabet. Text required; bring to first class. Publisher has updated book; it is now a 4-piece package and available at STLCC-Meramec bookstore. New ISBN: 9780757552014.
FLRU:717 | 8 sessions | $60+ Age 60+ | $99 Regular
P02 | Tu 7-9 p.m. | Valerie Powers | Feb. 19-April 30 | MC-SO, 232
• NOTE: No class 3/12, 3/19, 4/2. Publisher has updated textbook; see notes above.

Russian Language: Beginning II

Continue to increase your knowledge of the Russian language including speaking, grammar and vocabulary. Concentration will be on oral use of the language in dealing with everyday situations. Prerequisite: Russian Language: Beginning I or equivalent experience. Text required; bring to first class. Publisher has updated book; it is now a 4-piece package and available at STLCC-Meramec bookstore. New ISBN: 9780757552014.
FLRU:718 | 8 sessions | $60+ Age 60+ | $99 Regular
P01 | W 7-9 p.m. | Valerie Powers | Jan. 23-April 10 | MC-CS, 204
• NOTE: No class 3/13, 3/20. No class date has changed. Publisher has updated textbook; see notes above. Class end date extended due to inclement weather closure.

Russian Language: Intermediate I

Continue to deepen your knowledge of the Russian language and expand its use. Become increasingly proficient in conversational skills as you use the language to explore real-life situations. Prerequisite: Russian Language: Beginning III or equivalent experience. Text required; bring to first class: Live from Russia!, with workbook and CDs, ISBN 978-0-7575-5757-6. Publisher has updated book; it is now a 4-piece package and available at STLCC-Meramec bookstore. New ISBN: 9780757552014.
FLRU:720 | 8 sessions | $60+ Age 60+ | $99 Regular
P02 | M 7-9 p.m. | Valerie Powers | Feb. 25-April 29 | MC-SO, 112
• NOTE: No class 3/11, 3/18. Publisher has updated textbook; see notes above.

Russian Conversation: Advanced I

Continue to expand your understanding of Russian and develop your language skills. Become increasingly proficient in conversational skills as you use the language to explore real-life situations. Prerequisite: Russian Language: Intermediate III or equivalent Text required; bring to first class: Live from Russia!, with workbook and CDs, ISBN 978-0-7575-5757-6. Publisher has updated book; it is now a 4-piece package and available at STLCC-Meramec bookstore. New ISBN: 9780757552014.
FLRU:723 | 8 sessions | $60+ Age 60+ | $99 Regular
P01 | Th 7-9 p.m. | Valerie Powers | Jan. 24-March 28 | MC-SO, 112
• NOTE: No class 3/14, 3/21. Publisher has updated textbook; see notes above.

Russian Advanced III

Continue to expand your understanding of Russian and develop your language skills. Become increasingly proficient in conversational skills as you use the language to explore real-life situations. Prerequisite: Russian Language: Advanced II or equivalent experience. Text required; bring to first class: Live from Russia!, vol. 2, ISBN: 978-1465272614
FLRU:725 | 8 sessions | $60+ Age 60+ | $99 Regular
P01 | F 2-4 p.m. | Valerie Powers | Jan. 25-March 29 | MC-SO, 107
• NOTE: No class 3/15, 3/22.

Spanish

Spanish for the Traveler

Traveling to a Spanish-speaking country? Explore a new culture and language in a relaxed and informal atmosphere. Learn practical vocabulary for traveling, correct pronunciation and the basic sentence structure necessary to understand and begin to formulate conversations in Spanish! Text required; bring to first class: 5th ed. Spanish is Fun Book 1, ISBN 9781634199285 and Wald, Spanish is Fun Book 1 Companion Workbook, 5th ed., paperback, ISBN 9781531106331.
FLSP:716 | 8 sessions | $60+ Age 60+ | $99 Regular
P01 | Tu 4:30-6:30 p.m. | Timothy Neckermann | Jan. 22-March 12 | FP-G, 325
P02 | Tu 7-9 p.m. | Timothy Neckermann | March 26-May 14 | MC-SO, 112

Spanish Language: Beginning I

Spanish Language: Beginning II

Spanish Language: Beginning III

Spanish Language: Intermediate I

Improve your conversational skills in Spanish through focus on everyday vocabulary and situations. Examine and review basic grammar and sentence structure. Aspects of Latino culture will be introduced and highlighted as topics of conversation throughout the class. Prerequisite: Spanish Language Beginning III or equivalent experience. Text required; bring to first class: Wald, Spanish is Fun Book 2, 3rd ed., paperback, ISBN 9781629746708 and Wald, Spanish is Fun Book 2 Companion Workbook, 3rd ed., paperback, ISBN 9781629746654.
FLSP:720 | 8 sessions | $60+ Age 60+ | $99 Regular
P02 | Th 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Maria de la Garza | Jan. 24-March 14 | MC-SO, 111
P01 | M 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Timothy Neckermann | March 25-May 13 | FP-G, 325

Spanish Conversation: Intermediate II

Improve your conversational skills in Spanish through focus on everyday vocabulary and situations. Examine and review basic grammar and sentence structure. Aspects of Latino culture will be introduced and highlighted as topics of conversation throughout the class. Prerequisite: Spanish Conversation Intermediate I or equivalent experience. Text required; bring to first class: Wald, Spanish is Fun Book 2, 3rd ed., paperback, ISBN 9781629746708. Recommended but not required: Wald, Spanish is Fun Book 2 Companion Workbook, 3rd edition, paperback, ISBN 9781629746654.
FLSP:721 | 8 sessions | $60+ Age 60+ | $99 Regular
P01 | Th 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Maria de la Garza | March 28-May 16 | MC-SO, 232
• NOTE: Classroom has changed.

Spanish Conversation: Advanced I

Increase your vocabulary and conversational skills through this advanced level course! Emphasis will be on spoken Spanish by reading and discussing short selections on a variety of topics. Prerequisite: Spanish Conversation Intermediate II or equivalent experience. Text to be decided at first class.
FLSP:723 | 8 sessions | $60+ Age 60+ | $99 Regular
P03 | Tu 7-9 p.m. | Lorenzo Gonzalez | Jan. 22-March 12 | FP-G, 327
• NOTE: Class meeting time, prerequisite and textbook information updated. Title changed to indicate "Advanced I".

Spanish Conversation: Advanced II

Increase your vocabulary and conversational skills through this advanced level course! Emphasis will be on spoken Spanish by reading and discussing short selections on a variety of topics. Prerequisite: Spanish Conversation Advanced I or equivalent experience. Text to be decided at first class.
FLSP:723 | 8 sessions | $60+ Age 60+ | $99 Regular
P04 | Tu 7-9 p.m. | Lorenzo Gonzalez | March 26-May 14 | FP-G, 325
• NOTE: This class was not listed in the catalog.

Spanish Conversation: Advanced III

Increase your vocabulary and conversational skills through this advanced level course! Emphasis will be on spoken Spanish by reading and discussing short selections on a variety of topics. Prerequisite: Spanish Conversation: Advanced I or II. Text required; bring to first class: Macario, ISBN 9780942566260.
FLSP:723 | 8 sessions | $60+ Age 60+ | $99 Regular
P01 | W 6:30-8:45 p.m. | Maria de la Garza | Jan. 23-March 13 | MC-CS, 209
• NOTE: ISBN number has changed. Course time extended due to inclement weather closure on Jan. 30.

Spanish Conversation: Advanced IV

Increase your vocabulary and conversational skills through this advanced level course! Emphasis will be on spoken Spanish by reading and discussing short selections on a variety of topics. Prerequisite: Spanish Conversation: Advanced III. Text required; bring to class: "Read and Think in Spanish, "ISBN 978-1259836312.
FLSP:723 | 8 sessions | $60+ Age 60+ | $99 Regular
P02 | W 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Maria de la Garza | March 27-May 15 | MC-SO, 232
• NOTE: Text book and classroom have changed.

Spanish Grammar: Beginning II

Continue to increase your proficiency in conjugating verbs and understanding of the present tense and the preterite (past) tense through more writing and more practice speaking as you master the Spanish language. Prerequisite: Spanish Grammar Level I or equivalent experience. Text required; bring to first class: 2nd ed. Primer Libro, ISBN 9780877205197.
FLSP:765 | 8 sessions | $60+ Age 60+ | $99 Regular
P08 | W 7-9:15 p.m. | Ann Rupert | Jan. 23-March 13 | MC-SO, 232
• NOTE: Classroom has changed. Course time extended due to inclement weather closure on Jan. 30.

Spanish Grammar: Beginning III

Continue to increase your proficiency in conjugating verbs and understanding of the present tense and the preterite (past) tense through more writing and more practice speaking as you master the Spanish language. Prerequisite: Spanish Grammar: Beginning II or equivalent experience. Text required; bring to first class: 2nd ed. Primer Libro, ISBN 9780877205197.
FLSP:765 | 8 sessions | $60+ Age 60+ | $99 Regular
P10 | W 7-9 p.m. | Ann Rupert | March 27-May 15 | MC-SO, 204

Spanish Grammar: Intermediate II

Practice your knowledge of reflexive verbs, present, preterite, imperfect, and future tenses through writing and speaking as you continue to master the Spanish language. Verb idioms will be emphasized. Prerequisite: Spanish Grammar: Beginning III or equivalent experience. Text required; bring to first class: Primer Libro, Spanish first year, workbook, ISBN 9780877205197.
FLSP:765 | 8 sessions | $60+ Age 60+ | $99 Regular
P06 | Tu 4-6 p.m. | Ann Rupert | Jan. 22-March 12 | MC-SO, 205

Spanish Grammar: Intermediate III

Continue using your knowledge of various verb tenses through practice speaking and writing. Emphasis will be on verb idioms and idioms with prepositions. Prerequisite: Spanish Grammar: Beginning III or equivalent experience. Text required; bring to first class: 2nd ed. Primer Libro, Spanish first year, workbook, ISBN 9780877205197.
FLSP:765 | 8 sessions | $60+ Age 60+ | $99 Regular
P09 | M 4-6 p.m. | Ann Rupert | March 25-May 13 | MC-SO, 205
P07 | M 6-8 p.m. | Ann Rupert | March 25-May 13 | MC-SO, 205
• NOTE: This section has been added.

Spanish Grammar Advanced

Practice speaking and writing the future and conditional tenses and working with the present and past participles and compound tenses. Prerequisite: Spanish Grammar: Intermediate III or equivalent experience. Text required; bring to first class: Segundo Libro, Review Text in Spanish, two years, ISBN 978-0877205067. Book is out of print but available used and new on Amazon.
FLSP:765 | 8 sessions | $60+ Age 60+ | $99 Regular
P01 | Sa 10 a.m.-noon | Ann Rupert | Jan. 26-March 16 | MC-SO, 112
• NOTE: Dates have changed.
P02 | Sa 10 a.m.-noon | Ann Rupert | March 30-May 18 | MC-CS, 206

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