Elizabeth Atencia-Oliden, Ph.D.

Residential Faculty - Spanish

Office: 41 - Room: Off. 108

480-461-7853

Office Hours

Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday
	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

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
28793	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
28800	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
29754	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 AS 110E	Hybrid Lecture	03/20/2023 - 05/12/2023	MoWe	10:00 AM - 11:50 AM	Class Started
28783	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
30176	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 AS 110E	In Person Lecture	08/22/2023 - 12/15/2023	TuTh	10:30 AM - 12:10 PM	Open 22 of 22 Seats Available
17644	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
17641	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
18671	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 AS 110E	Hybrid Lecture	10/16/2023 - 12/15/2023	MoWe	10:00 AM - 11:50 AM	Open 21 of 22 Seats Available
17651	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
18977	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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