Donna Marques

Donna Marques
Title:
Part-Time Faculty - Spanish
Department:
Literature and Language Arts
Office:
Phone:
Email:
marquesd@mjc.edu

Information

Are you ready for online Spanish?

I'm very excited that you are considering taking on this new challenge!  Take this quick test and see if this is the right fit for you and your schedule.

Things To Consider:

  • Online Spanish is not a self-paced course; there will be weekly due dates.
  • You must "meet" with other students online to practice your speaking skills.
  • You must have an up-to-date computer with a microphone & webcam to successfully complete this course.

Course Materials: READ THIS!!

  • You will be required to purchase PORTALES to complete Spanish 101, 102, 103 successfully.  
  • Do not buy a used book from an outside source; you will still need to buy a code to access the online activities, and each student can only use the code once. 
  • Here are the pricing options:
               
                (1) 6-month code: $137 per semester (1 Spanish class only)
                (2) 12-month code: $86 per semester (2 Spanish classes in a 1 year period: $172 upfront)
                (3) 24-month code: $64 per semester (3 Spanish classes in a 2 year period: $192 upfront) 

  • Please note: The MJC Spanish Department PROUDLY offers the following courses FULLY ONLINE:

    •             (1) Spanish 101 & 102 (Fall, Spring, Summer semesters)
                (2) Spanish 103 (Fall semester ONLY)
                (3)     Spanish 109 & 110 (Fall and Spring semesters)
           
  • Purchase your code by clicking here. 
  • These prices are for online access, including an online textbook; there are more expensive options with a loose-leaf version, but I don't recommend buying it. Students who have previously bought the physical textbook have reported never using it. 
  • Plan your courses carefully and purchase the 24-month code!  It is the best bang for your buck! 

Para los estudiantes hispanohablantes:

¡Hola y bienvenid@ a mi página! Si vas a tomar mi clase para hispanohablantes (Español 109 ó 110), usaremos el programa NUEVOS MUNDOS, 4a edición. Puedes acceder al mismo enlace para encontrar el paquete que más te agrade. Será mi placer tenerte en mi clase :) 

Sound Like a Good Fit?

  • Log on to Canvas or click on the links below to read the course syllabus and calendar - make sure you are well informed before making a commitment.  
  • I look forward to having you in my class, ¡Bienvenid@!


Biography

Donna Marqués has taught Spanish since 1994 at various institutions throughout San Diego County.  She joined the Modesto Junior College Language Department in the Spring of 2016.  Donna holds several degrees and certificates: a Bachelor's Degree in Spanish Linguistics from the University of California at Irvine, a Master's Degree in Spanish Literature from New York University, a BCLAD from National University, and an Online Teaching Certificate from MiraCosta College. 

Donna had the incredible experience of studying abroad in Madrid, Spain, and she uses those experiences in her classroom every day. She believes that exposing students to authentic language, literature, and culture is the best way to learn! She strives to inspire her students to want to travel and experience the Spanish-speaking world firsthand. 

Whether you take one of Donna's online or face-to-face classes, you will be inspired by her passion for teaching and enthusiasm for motivating students to learn!

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