Language

ESL

Everyday English Conversation

Join a friendly and relaxed atmosphere where you’ll have the opportunity to practice casual English and learn more about life in this culture. This is the perfect class for students who can comfortably read, write and speak English as their second language but want to build confidence and experience using it. In addition, you’ll learn things not found in books like American idioms and slang. No class on 7/5/2021. 6206 6/28/2021 - 8/18/2021 7:30 - 9:00PM 15 ses M, W O’Connor Online; Zoom $225 Intermediate ESL Workshop: Speaking & Listening

This course is designed to help non-native speakers improve their North American English oral communication skills, accent and pronunciation. Review and practice various grammatical forms and develop conversation skills for use in everyday communication. Class sessions will consist of listening or watching video clips, class discussion, games and role play. Learn new vocabulary in context, work on pronunciation and deepen your knowledge of North American grammar in a comfortable classroom environment. See www.learnatnorth.org for textbook information. 6211 6/29/2021 - 8/19/2021 7:00 - 9:00PM 16 ses Tu, Th Markova Online; Zoom $299

FRENCH

Continuing French: Critical Thinking

For French learners eager to expand their speaking skills and reinforce their language usage and terminology. Each session will hinge on a language lesson and topical exploration. The language lesson will consist of a verb tense review or the use of comparisons, while the topical exploration will include expressing a preference or an opinion of a subject and supporting it. We’ll entertain topics of interest suggested by class members and instructor, alike. Group participation will play an important role in how we learn together. Prerequisites: French I, French I: Encore!, French for Beginners I or equivalent. See www.learnatnorth.org for textbook information. 6210 7/10/2021 - 8/21/2021 10:00AM - 12:00PM 7 ses Sa Morehead Online; Zoom $149

ITALIAN

Italian I

Benvenuto! Welcome to the beautiful language of Italy. This engaging class uses a variety of materials to increase your vocabulary. You’ll get a basic introduction to the Italian language which includes conversation, grammar and pronunciation. 7040 7/10/2021 - 8/21/2021 9:00 - 11:00AM 7 ses Sa Rzhondkovsky Online; Zoom $149

JAPANESE

Conversational Japanese I

This conversational class is for beginners with little or no Japanese background and for those who want to brush up on Japanese speaking skills. Covers useful phrases, pronunciation, vocabulary, some numbers, the ko-so-a-do words and grammar. Students also experience Japan’s unique culture and customs through class activities. A $15 textbook fee will be collected by the instructor. 6625 7/1/2021 - 8/19/2021 7:00 - 9:00PM 8 ses Th Nakamura-Lambert Online; Zoom $169 Conversational Japanese II

Continue to have fun and expand your skills while making plans, asking for permission, expressing likes/dislikes and learning about Japanese customs and culture. Verb conjugations in phrases and sentences are also covered. Prerequisite: Conversational Japanese I or permission of instructor. A $15 textbook fee will be collected by the instructor. 6626 6/29/2021 - 8/17/2021 7:00 - 9:00PM 8 ses Tu Nakamura-Lambert Online; Zoom $169

SIGN LANGUAGE

Basic Sign Language

Open the doors of communication and explore basic conversational sign language. Learn finger spelling, develop a basic vocabulary and grasp the general concepts and structure of sign language communication. Consistently top-rated instructor will help you gain a solid ASL foundation in a fun and welcoming environment. 6028 6/29/2021 - 8/17/2021 6:30PM - 8:30PM 8 ses Tu Jordan Online; Zoom $169

LANGUAGE

Sign Language – Level 2

This is a continuation of Basic Sign Language. You’ll be exposed to increased development of communication strategies with emphasis on expanding vocabulary and grammatical understanding. 6039 7/1/2021 - 8/19/2021 6:30 - 8:30PM 8 ses Th Jordan Online; Zoom $169 Sign Language – Level 3

This class is an extension of the Basic Sign Language class with more vocabulary, sentence grammar, and facial expressions. 6041 6/30/2021 - 8/18/2021 6:30 - 8:30PM 8 ses W Jordan Online; Zoom $169

SPANISH

Spanish For Fun and Travel – Level 1

Learn the basics of Spanish in a practical and enjoyable way with an experienced, fluent instructor. Practice common, useful phrases and vocabulary as you dive into the language with basic conversations. Develop your beginning Spanish speaking ability with basic grammar, verb conjugation and pronunciation. The class is a perfect introduction or a refresher for those planning a trip to a Spanish-speaking region. See www.learnatnorth.org for textbook information. No class on 7/5/2021. 6064 6/28/2021 - 8/16/2021 6:30 - 8:30PM 7 ses M Miranda Online; Zoom $149 Spanish For Fun and Travel – Level 2

A continuation of Spanish for Fun and Travel – Level 1. Practice common, useful phrases and vocabulary as you dive into the language with basic conversations. Develop your beginning Spanish speaking ability with basic grammar, verb conjugation and pronunciation. See www.learnatnorth.org for textbook information. 6065 7/1/2021 - 8/19/2021 6:30 - 8:30PM 8 ses Th Miranda Online; Zoom $169 Spanish For Fun and Travel – Level 3

A continuation of Spanish for Fun and Travel – Level 2. Learn vocabulary through activities, stories, interviews and reading. Grammar structures will be introduced and homework will be assigned. Great for those who already converse in Spanish but want to increase fluency. See www.learnatnorth.org for textbook information. 6066 6/30/2021 - 8/18/2021 6:30 - 8:30PM 8 ses W Miranda Online; Zoom $169

This was such a fun class! I was worried that I wouldn’t be able to keep up but Señor Miranda was so encouraging and kept the load manageable and fun. It made me want to practice Spanish more and continue to level 2!

– Aimee on Spanish for Fun and Travel – Level 1 with Juan Miranda Spanish Conversation for Beginners 3

Continue building your Spanish speaking skills with an emphasis on listening comprehension, fluency and pronunciation. Practice your current vocabulary and learn more terms related to telling stories, running errands, daily routines and more. Practice real conversations and learn the characteristics of different regions in the Americas. Build confidence so you may interact with native speakers by exploring different Spanish-speaking countries through their history, music, geography, culture and current events. Learn from a native speaker with over 15 years of experience teaching Spanish as a second language. This is an immersive class conducted in Spanish and ideal for advanced beginners and intermediate students. See www.learnatnorth.org for textbook information. No class on 7/5/2021. 6762 6/28/2021 - 8/30/2021 5:00 - 7:00PM 9 ses M Ramón Online; Zoom $195 Intermediate Spanish Conversation 3

Move forward with your Spanish speaking skills and increase listening comprehension of the Spanish language as it is naturally used in conversation. Build vocabulary for contexts that reflect a wide variety of situations related to sports and outdoor activities, business and job interviews and media and the arts. Enhance your knowledge of the subjunctive mode and prepositional phrases. We will include a cultural component that will explore Latin American literature, history, music and current events. Learn from a native speaker with over 15 years of experience teaching Spanish as a second language. This is an immersive class conducted in Spanish and ideal for intermediate students. See www.learnatnorth.org for textbook information. No class on 7/5/2021. 6763 6/28/2021 - 8/30/2021 7:15 - 9:15PM 9 ses M Ramón Online; Zoom $195 Advanced Spanish Conversation 2

Refine your Spanish speaking and listening skills in a relaxed learning environment. Watch short films and participate in an informal reading club and share your comments on short essays, stories, and plays. Review the uses of ser and estar, prepositions and the indicative past tenses. As always, we will include a cultural component that explores Latin American literature, history, music and current events. This immersive class conducted in Spanish. See www.learnatnorth.org for textbook information. 6764 6/30/2021 - 9/1/2021 7:15 - 9:15PM 10 ses W Ramón Online; Zoom $215