Elizabeth Atencia-Oliden, Ph.D.

Residential Faculty - Spanish

World Languages

Office: 41 - Room: Off. 108

480-461-7853

Office Hours

MondayTuesdayWednesdayThursdayFriday
 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM12:00 PM - 1:00 PM12:00 PM - 2:00 PM 
 

Online

Online

Online

 
By appointmentBy appointmentBy appointmentBy appointment 

Online: Tuesday and Thrusday: 12:00 - 2:00 pm
                                 Wednesday:  12:00 - 1:00 pm
By appointment from Monday - Thursday   

 

Classes Taught

Spring 2023

SPA101 Elementary Spanish I 4 Credits

Basic grammar, pronunciation and vocabulary of the Spanish language. Includes the study of the Spanish-speaking cultures. Practice of listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. Prerequisites: None.

Course Notes: If you have previous knowledge of Spanish or you have taken high school Spanish classes, please contact the World Languages department (480-461-7031) to be placed in the appropriate level.

Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
28793

Online Course

Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
01/17/2023 - 05/12/2023

Class Started

Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Class 28793 Students may contact instructor at: aimee.guerin@mesacc.edu

This class is a Zero-Textbook-Cost Course, also known as a "Z Class." You will have access to class materials online without having to purchase a textbook.

Class 28793 Headphones, a microphone, webcam, and speakers are required.

28800

Online Course

Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
01/17/2023 - 05/12/2023

Class Started

Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Students may contact instructor at: elizabeth.atencia-oliden@mesacc.edu

This class is a Zero-Textbook-Cost Course, also known as a "Z Class." You will have access to class materials online without having to purchase a textbook.

Class 28800 Headphones, a microphone, webcam, and speakers are required.

SPA117 Health Care Spanish I 3 Credits

Basic conversational Spanish for health care workers or students. Emphasis on basic sentence structure, pronunciation and vocabulary used in health care settings. Prerequisites: None.

Course Notes: A webcam is required

Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
29754

Online Course

Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
01/17/2023 - 05/12/2023

Class Started

Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Students may contact instructor at: elizabeth.atencia-oliden@mesacc.edu

This class is a Zero-Textbook-Cost Course, also known as a "Z Class." You will have access to class materials online without having to purchase a textbook.

Class 29754 Headphones, a microphone, webcam, and speakers are required.

Spring Flex Start 2023

SPA102 Elementary Spanish II 4 Credits

Continued study of grammar and vocabulary of the Spanish language and study of the Spanish-speaking cultures. Emphasis on speaking, reading, and writing skills.

Prerequisites: (A grade of "C" or better in SPA101 or SPA101AA), or permission of Department or Division. Completion of prerequisites within the last three years is required.

Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
28783
Dobson Campus
Hybrid
Lecture
03/20/2023 - 05/12/2023
MoWe
10:00 AM - 11:50 AM

Class Started

Notes: Hybrid classes include face-to-face format on campus at the time listed in the class schedule. The other part will be held online either without a set time to attend or a Live Online session. Students enrolling in a hybrid class acknowledge they already possess the skills described in the Minimum Computer and Technology Requirements at https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Students may contact instructor at elizabeth.atencia-oliden@mesacc.edu

This class is a Zero-Textbook-Cost Course, also known as a "Z Class." You will have access to class materials online without having to purchase a textbook.

Class 28783 Headphones, a microphone, webcam, and speakers are required.

SPA117 Health Care Spanish I 3 Credits

Basic conversational Spanish for health care workers or students. Emphasis on basic sentence structure, pronunciation and vocabulary used in health care settings. Prerequisites: None.

Course Notes: A webcam is required

Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
30176

Online Course

Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
03/20/2023 - 05/12/2023

Class Started

Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Students may contact instructor at: elizabeth.atencia-oliden@mesacc.edu

This class is a Zero-Textbook-Cost Course, also known as a "Z Class." You will have access to class materials online without having to purchase a textbook.

Class 30176 Headphones, a microphone, webcam, and speakers are required.

Fall 2023

SPA101 Elementary Spanish I 4 Credits

Basic grammar, pronunciation and vocabulary of the Spanish language. Includes the study of the Spanish-speaking cultures. Practice of listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. Prerequisites: None.

Course Notes: If you have previous knowledge of Spanish or you have taken high school Spanish classes, please contact the World Languages department (480-461-7031) to be placed in the appropriate level

General Education Designations: Global Awareness [G]
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
17644
Dobson Campus
In Person
Lecture
08/22/2023 - 12/15/2023
TuTh
10:30 AM - 12:10 PM

Open

22 of 22
Seats Available

Notes: Class 17644 Headphones, a webcam, a microphone and speakers are required.

17641

Online Course

Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
08/21/2023 - 12/15/2023

Open

14 of 20
Seats Available

Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

All textbook and course materials available at no or low cost (<$40) - may include OER (Open Educational Resources).

Class 17641 Students may contact instructor at: elizabeth.atencia-oliden@mesacc.edu.

SPA117 Health Care Spanish I 3 Credits

Basic conversational Spanish for health care workers or students. Emphasis on basic sentence structure, pronunciation and vocabulary used in health care settings. Prerequisites: None.

Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
18671

Online Course

Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
08/21/2023 - 12/15/2023

Open

19 of 20
Seats Available

Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Class 18671 Students may contact instructor at: elizabeth.atencia-oliden@mesacc.edu

Class 18671 A webcam, speakers, and microphone are required for this class.

All textbook and course materials available at no or low cost (<$40) - may include OER (Open Educational Resources).

Fall Flex Start 2023

SPA102 Elementary Spanish II 4 Credits

Continued study of grammar and vocabulary of the Spanish language and study of the Spanish-speaking cultures. Emphasis on speaking, reading, and writing skills.

Prerequisites: (A grade of "C" or better in SPA101 or SPA101AA), or permission of Department or Division. Completion of prerequisites within the last three years is required.

Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
17651
Dobson Campus
Hybrid
Lecture
10/16/2023 - 12/15/2023
MoWe
10:00 AM - 11:50 AM

Open

21 of 22
Seats Available

Notes: Hybrid classes include face-to-face format on campus at the time listed in the class schedule. The other part will be held online either without a set time to attend or a Live Online session. Students enrolling in a hybrid class acknowledge they already possess the skills described in the Minimum Computer and Technology Requirements at https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Class 17651 Students may contact instructor at: elizabeth.atencia-oliden@mesacc.edu.

Class 17651 Headphones, a webcam, a microphone and speakers are required.

All textbook and course materials available at no or low cost (<$40) - may include OER (Open Educational Resources).

SPA117 Health Care Spanish I 3 Credits

Basic conversational Spanish for health care workers or students. Emphasis on basic sentence structure, pronunciation and vocabulary used in health care settings. Prerequisites: None.

Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
18977

Online Course

Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
10/16/2023 - 12/15/2023

Open

20 of 20
Seats Available

Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

All textbook and course materials available at no or low cost (<$40) - may include OER (Open Educational Resources).

Class 18977 A webcam, speakers, and microphone are required for this class.

Class 18977 Students may contact instructor at: elizabeth.atencia-oliden@mesacc.edu

Degrees & Awards

Teaching Award 2000

Latin American Certificate (ASU)

Ph.D (ASU)

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