The CALA approach to learning languages focuses on high-frequency vocabulary—the words, phrases, expressions, and grammar that you are most likely to encounter in day-to-day life. We go narrow-and-deep with this vocabulary.
Competencies
CALA courses foster a "whole language" classroom environment wherein students and the instructor constantly communicate with each other in real-time. Participants are exposed to grammar naturally in a communicative context rather than "taught grammar points" explicitly.
Spanish Part 1
Spanish Part 2
(Reinforcement and expansion of all Part 1 competencies PLUS:)
Welcome to CALA: The Center for Accelerated Language Acquisition! We are the official language training center of the University Honors College at Middle Tennessee State University.
Our classes are based on brain research. So, if you want to learn Spanish fast and easy, this is the way! Don’t worry. We also offer French language classes, as well as Chinese, German, and more.
At CALA, we use methods like TPR (Total Physical Response) and TPRS (Teaching Proficiency through Reading and Storytelling). What does that mean? It means our accelerated classes are engaging, natural, and a fun language-learning experience!
Believe it or not, CALA also offers unique yoga classes for stress management. Because you learn so much better when you’re happy! While we do offer classes throughout the year, most of them are during the summer. So, if you’re looking for some summer fun in Tennessee, CALA is the place to be!
And if you’re a teacher who wants to learn these advanced techniques to use in the classroom (for all ages!), we also offer a methodology course.
Our most intensive course, students receive 40 classes of private instruction weekly in order to create a more immersive experience. At the course’s conclusion, students will be able to express their thoughts and needs in any Spanish-speaking environment. The curriculum including terminology and ...
Crossing Borders Language Center of Texas gives you the opportunity to learn a second language with native teachers in an encouraging and diverse environment.
We adapt our lessons to the levels and needs of participating students. Our emphasis is to teach students how to teach themselves so they will continue making progress outside of our classes.
Our experienced teachers are highly qualified, native speakers of Spanish. We offer day, evening and Saturday classes in our comfortable and spacious classrooms.
In today’s increasingly interconnected and global world, proficiency in a language like Spanish is a vital skill that allows you to engage, advance your career, and deepen your connection to other cultures.
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