True education does not consist merely in the acquiring of a few facts of science, history, literature, or art, but in the development of character. True education awakens a desire to conserve health by keeping the body clean and undefiled. True education trains in self-denial and self-mastery. True education regulates the temper, subdues passion, and makes obedience to social laws and moral order a guiding principle of life. It develops reason and inculcates faith in the living God as the eternal, loving Father of all.
--David O. McKay
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The Major and the Minors in Spanish
On a slow day in a literature class many years ago, Brother Hunsaker remembers being startled into alertness by something his professor had said. The startling statement was, "Come on people, you're going to be teaching this some day!"
You might want to keep that in mind.
Choosing to major in Spanish is a choice to become a teacher. As you progress through the major, keep your future students in mind. Remember, it's not about you, it's about them. Prepare now to serve them well.
As you do, consider these wise words: "When you expect to teach, your mind is prepared to learn."1
Information on coursework for the BA in Spanish Education, for the Minor in Spanish Education, and for the Minor in Spanish is available in the BYU-Idaho Catalog.
1Stephen Covey as quoted in Learning and Teaching for Exponential Growth: A Three Person Problem. Susan Peterson Gong,
Beyond the Classroom
We encourage you to explore learning opportunities beyond the classroom. For example, you may want to consider a semester in Chile or getting involved with the Spanish Academic Society, Sigma Delta Pi.
Teacher Education
Information on student teaching, the education core, and on other approved teaching minors is available here.
Our Favorite Links
- LANIC
- CIA World Factbook
- Literatura argentina
- Benito Pérez Galdós
- Greater Expectations
- Educause
- Blackboard
- Centro Virtual Cervantes
Exit Survey for Graduates
If you have recently graduated with a major in Spanish Education, please complete this survey to help us see where and how we can improve.
"RM Exams"
Information on the examinations for credit is available here.
Spanish Tutors
Free tutoring in Spanish is available through the Tutoring Center. We highly recommend this resource!
Want to be a tutor?
If you would like to work as a tutor, you will need to complete Spanish 321 with A credit (even if you are a native speaker!) and complete an application. See Hermano Rock for more information.
Avoiding Plagiarism
For information on this important topic, please consult this webpage from Indiana University.
Academic Advising
Contact information is available here for Academic Advising for the College of Language and Letters.