Elizabeth Atencia-Oliden, Ph.D.
Residential Faculty - Spanish
Cultural Sciences and Communication
Office: 41 - Room: Off. 108
480-461-7853
Office Hours
Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday |
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12:00 PM - 2:00 PM | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM | 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM | ||
Online | Online | Online | ||
By appointment | By appointment | By appointment | By appointment |
Online: Tuesday and Thrusday: 12:00 - 2:00 pm
Wednesday: 12:00 - 1:00 pm
By appointment from Monday - Thursday
Classes Taught
Fall 2026
| SLC201 | Introduction to Linguistics | 3 Credits | ||||
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Introduction to the study of language. Study of the nature and diversity of world languages, linguistic structures and functions of language, language variation, pragmatics and the learning/acquisition of first and second languages. Prerequisites: None. |
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| General Education Designations: Humanities, Fine Arts & Design [HU], Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB], Social and Behavioral Sciences [SCB] | ||||||
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33815
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Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
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08/24/2026 – 12/18/2026
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Class Started |
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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. |
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| SPA101 | Elementary Spanish I | 4 Credits | ||||
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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. |
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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 |
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| General Education Designations: Global Awareness [G], Oral Communication [OCM] | ||||||
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15390
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Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
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08/24/2026 – 12/18/2026
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Class Started |
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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. |
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15394
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Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
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08/24/2026 – 12/18/2026
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Class Started |
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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. |
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| SPA115 | Beginning Spanish Conversation I | 3 Credits | ||||
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Basic pronunciation, vocabulary, sentence structures, and cultural awareness, necessary to develop speaking and listening skills in Spanish. Prerequisites: None. |
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17105
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Dobson Campus
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In-Person
Lecture
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08/25/2026 – 12/18/2026
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5:45 PM – 7:00 PM
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Class Started |
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Notes: 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. |
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| SPA117 | Health Care Spanish I | 3 Credits | ||||
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Basic conversational Spanish for health care workers or students. Emphasis on basic sentence structure, pronunciation and vocabulary used in health care settings. Prerequisites: None. |
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16152
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Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
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08/24/2026 – 12/18/2026
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Class Started |
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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. |
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Degrees & Awards
Teaching Award 2000
Latin American Certificate (ASU)
Ph.D (ASU)
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