How is a distance (online or video check-out) Spanish course different from an on-site (or traditional) Spanish course?
The distance course sequence in Spanish uses the Destinos series of half-hour video episodes to allow students to hear Spanish in order to develop listening and speaking skills along with reading and writing skills. In addition to watching the videos, the student uses the textbook and a workbook/study guide. Students communicate with the instructor by e-mail usually. The on-site Spanish course sequence uses the text Dos Mundos and its accompanying workbook and an audio program in addition to in-class instruction and practice.
