tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32020535810802180902024-03-07T23:23:56.944-08:00Mesoamerica InstituteWe teach the Spanish language and provide services such as translation and cultural education. We offer a varitey of programs,customized programs and flexible schedules to meet the needs of our students and clients.Mesoamerica Institutehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06538769396409336707noreply@blogger.comBlogger11125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3202053581080218090.post-50216697472877453862008-10-19T14:29:00.000-07:002008-10-19T14:37:01.624-07:00Ongoing ClassesOur <strong>ongoing classes</strong> are open to join at anytime during the duration of the class.<br /><br />Fast Beginner-<em>Once a week</em>-Tuesdays 5.30 to 7.30pm<br /> Thursdays 11am to 1pm<br />Advanced Beginner-<em>Once a week</em>-Thursdays 6 to 8pm<br />Low Intermediate-<em>Once a week</em>-Mondays 12 Noon to 2pm<br />Intermediate-<em>Once a week</em>-Wednesdays 6.15 to 8.15pm<br /> Saturdays 10am to 12Noon<br /> <em>Twice a week</em>-Mondays and Wednesdays 10.30 am to 12Noon<br /><br />The first time trial is free!Mesoamerica Institutehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06538769396409336707noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3202053581080218090.post-35232059214462695152008-07-29T17:36:00.000-07:002008-10-19T13:13:05.896-07:00Questions or CommentsStudents can post their Spanish questions here and one of our instructors will answer them right away.<br />Also, prospective students can post their questions on our programs, fees, and schedules.<br />To post your questions or share your comments just go to 'comments'<br />For information on class schedules and ongoing classes please email us <a href="mailto:spanish@mesoamerica.org">spanish@mesoamerica.org</a><br />You may also visit our website <a href="http://www.mesoamerica.org/">http://www.mesoamerica.org/</a>Mesoamerica Institutehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06538769396409336707noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3202053581080218090.post-48385033503634188002008-07-12T18:31:00.000-07:002008-07-12T18:37:28.835-07:00New! Spanish with SkypeWe are now offering lessons using Skype. The high sound quality of Skype software makes it possible for the student to communicate with the instructor anywhere. We currently have students taking classes using Skype and the results are great. Exercises and reading materials are emailed to the students and can be discussed with the instructor directly.<br />Please contact us for details.<br /><a href="mailto:spanish@mesoamerica.org">spanish@mesoamerica.org</a>Mesoamerica Institutehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06538769396409336707noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3202053581080218090.post-32855043952419379442008-06-29T18:11:00.000-07:002008-07-29T17:57:50.095-07:00About Us<strong></strong><br />Mesoamerica Institute is located on 2121 West Street, Berkeley California inside Strawberry Creek Park. Mesoamerica Institute was founded by Arturo Sosa in 1988. Arturo has been teaching for over twenty years and has stablished several language institutes in Mexico. He has taught extensively in schools in the United States such as The University of La Verne in Los Angeles, San Mateo County Department of Education, and Park Day School in Oakland, among others. Clients include Levi Strauss, The Environmental Protection Agency, Kaiser Permanente, and Lonely Planet. All instructors and translators are trained by Arturo Sosa and provided with lesson materials created or compiled by the director himself.Mesoamerica Institutehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06538769396409336707noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3202053581080218090.post-25292804262691959502008-06-29T17:36:00.000-07:002008-10-19T13:27:16.865-07:00Middle and High School SpanishWe currently have an ongoing class that takes place every wednesday from 2.30 to 4pm. The students enrolled are in 7th grade. The students have some Spanish knowledge. This class is open to join and we offer a free placement test for evaluation on level of Spanish. We also have other classes for middle and high school students available. The following is a schedule.<br />Spanish 1 and 2 - Monday, 4 to 5.30 pm<br />Spanish 3 and 4 - Tuesday, 4 to 5.30 pm<br />Spanish 5 and 6 - Thursday, 4 to 5.30 pmMesoamerica Institutehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06538769396409336707noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3202053581080218090.post-73379038255522377222008-06-24T15:47:00.000-07:002008-06-24T15:55:49.537-07:00Core ProgramWe have two versions of the Core Program<br /><br /><strong>Once a week</strong>- Classes meet two hours or three hours per week.<br /><strong>Twice a week</strong>-Classes meet two times a week for 1 1/2 hours each class.<br /><br />The Core Program is designed to allow students to learn at a comfortable pace while at the same time challenging them to advance behond their current proficiency level. The program is oriented towards building conversational Spanish. The program is structured around ongoing 8-week sessions with classes conducted entirely in Spanish. Class size is a maximum of 6 students with an average of three.Mesoamerica Institutehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06538769396409336707noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3202053581080218090.post-32663572825907488202008-06-23T16:46:00.000-07:002008-10-19T14:28:25.458-07:00Intensive ProgramThis program is offered all year round to all levels. It is perfect for those who need to learn Spanish fast for travel or work purposes. We have an intensive course beginning on October 27th through November 11th and will take place each Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday for the duration of 4 weeks.Mesoamerica Institutehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06538769396409336707noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3202053581080218090.post-81437512637488737382008-06-23T16:35:00.001-07:002008-06-23T16:44:27.163-07:00Spanish Language and Latino Culture for Nurses and Health CareThis course offers nurses and health care workers necessary knowledge, attitudes, and skills to be more linguistically and culturally sensitive and appropiate to Latino patients and their health care needs. One course consists of 10 contact hours total. Classes meet twice a week for two consecutive weeks. There are three levels, beginner, intermediate, and advanced. Levels are defined by a free placement test. Full deposit refund for non-attendance provided within 1 month notice.<br /><br />For information on costs and schedules please contact us<br /><a href="mailto:spanish@mesoamerica.org">spanish@mesoamerica.org</a><br />510-849-3434Mesoamerica Institutehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06538769396409336707noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3202053581080218090.post-36034392929836428202008-06-23T16:21:00.000-07:002008-06-23T16:32:52.017-07:00Immersion Program<strong>Spanish and Culture</strong><br /><br /><br /><br />Our Total Immersion Program develops and upgrades your Spanish in the fastest and most effective way. Intensive classes combine with a total environment immersion in the language and culture by actually living with a local family in Mexico. The student will learn the structural foundations while consistently listening to and speaking Spanish.<br /><br />Our Total Immersion Program is offered in Cuernavaca and Zihuatanejo, Mexico.<br /><br /><strong>Cuernavaca</strong><br /><br />A city in central Mexico, one hour south of Mexico City. Cuernavaca is a cultural and tourist center of national and international stature. This city offers a very cosmopolitan view of Latin American culture. Cuernavaca has a forty year history in the teaching of the Spanish Language and remains as the best place for language schools.<br /><br />Generally, this program lasts 2 weeks and is offered every year in the months of April, September, and December.<br /><br /><strong>Zihuatanejo</strong><br /><strong></strong><br />A beach paradise, in which you will experience a cultural journey while learning and practicing the Spanish Language.<br /><br />Travel groups are six to a maximum of ten students.<br /><br />For information on registration and fees please contact us<br /><a href="mailto:spanish@mesoamerica.org">spanish@mesoamerica.org</a><br />510-849-3434<br /><strong></strong>Mesoamerica Institutehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06538769396409336707noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3202053581080218090.post-50004261486751109112008-06-23T15:42:00.000-07:002008-06-23T15:59:50.523-07:00Translation ServicesInstituto Mesoamerica offers professional translation services in Spanish to English and vice versa. We translate all types of documents such as legal, medical, literary, commercial,<br />bussiness, educational, web, ect.<br /><br />All of our translators are native Spanish speakers and proficient in English. Our agency has been teaching and translating for over 15 years. Our clients include individuals, businesses, government agencies, international agencies, schools, magazines, journals, writers, ect. Kaiser Permanente, The Environmental Protection Agency, The California Health Department, The Childrens Hospital, Lonely Planet, and Berkeley High School are some of our clients.<br /><br />Translation Fees<br /><br />$.15 per word in most documents or an average of $100.00 per hour for special documents, graphic design texts, web translation an other time consuming formats.<br /><br />We accept documents for translations on paper, hard-disk, e-mail, ect.Mesoamerica Institutehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06538769396409336707noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3202053581080218090.post-49459537463400290382008-06-23T15:19:00.000-07:002008-06-29T19:22:48.946-07:00Registration and Fees<span style="font-family:Arial;"><strong>Program Fees</strong></span><br /><strong><span style="font-family:Arial;"></span></strong><br /><em><span style="font-family:Arial;">All Materials Included</span></em><br /><span style="font-family:Arial;"></span><br /><span style="font-family:Arial;"><strong>Core Program</strong></span><br /><span style="font-family:Arial;">(based on 8 weeks) Once a week- $325.00 ($20.00/hr.)</span><br /><span style="font-family:Arial;">Twice a week- $480.00 ($20.00/hr.)</span><br /><span style="font-family:Arial;"></span><br /><span style="font-family:Arial;"><strong>Two-week Intensive Program</strong></span><br /><span style="font-family:Arial;">$450.00 ($13.33/hr.)</span><br /><span style="font-family:Arial;"></span><br /><span style="font-family:Arial;"><strong>Month Long Intensive Program</strong></span><br /><span style="font-family:Arial;">$500.00 ($12.00/hr.)</span><br /><span style="font-family:Arial;"></span><br /><span style="font-family:Arial;"><strong>Translation Services</strong></span><br /><span style="font-family:Arial;">$.15 per word or an average of $100.00/hr. for special documents</span><br /><span style="font-family:Arial;"></span><br /><em><span style="font-family:Arial;">For information on any of our other programs please contact us</span></em><br /><span style="font-family:Arial;"><a href="mailto:spanish@mesoamerica.org">spanish@mesoamerica.org</a></span><br /><span style="font-family:Arial;">510-849-3434</span>Mesoamerica Institutehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06538769396409336707noreply@blogger.com0