How my Language Ability Changed.

Denise is born!

Feb 10, 1968

I was born in New York. My frist language was English. Growing up we only spoke English. I was not exposed to any Spanish.

Moved to Puerto Rico

Feb 11, 1983

We moved to Puerto Rico. I didn't speak any Spanish. This is when I began to learn a second language.

Taking Spanish as a second language

Mar 6, 1983

I went to an all English private school. The first time to take Spanish as a second language.

First time in an all Spanish school

Aug 9, 1984

Transferred from an all English school to an all Spanish high school. I took English as a second language.

University life!

Aug 18, 1987

I went to the university. I took regular Spanish classes and advanced English courses. I improved both my Spanish and English skills.

English teacher

Mar 17, 1995

I took the required courses to be certified as an English teacher. I improve my English language skills.

Master's Degree

Jun 11, 2005

I received my Master's Degree in the Teaching of English as a Second Language. I improve my English language skills.