Dr. 脕ngeles Torres M茅ndez was drawn to 91视频 for its strong commitment to preparing students for their future. She believes deeply in the power of education to transform lives and finds that CR鈥檚 mission resonates with her own values as a lifelong learner. Teaching, for her, is both a way to inspire and to continue growing, learning alongside her students through their unique experiences and perspectives.
A native Spanish speaker, Dr. Torres M茅ndez has been teaching Spanish since 2016 at the beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels. She brings to the classroom not only her academic and professional expertise but also a rich cultural perspective, incorporating her heritage to create meaningful, authentic learning experiences. Her courses emphasize communication and cultural context, helping students connect language learning to the real world.
Her teaching style is interactive, supportive, and student-centered. From the first day of class, she encourages students to use Spanish actively, to ask questions, and to embrace mistakes as part of the learning process. 鈥淟anguage learning is a journey,鈥� she says, 鈥渁nd motivation, consistency, and patience are key.鈥� Her approach builds both confidence and competence, creating a dynamic classroom where students can grow at their own pace.
Dr. Torres M茅ndez emphasizes that studying Spanish opens doors to many opportunities鈥攊n education, healthcare, business, social services, international relations, and beyond. More than that, it fosters cultural awareness and communication skills that are valuable in every profession.
At CR, she teaches Spanish 1A and 1B for beginners and Spanish 2A and 2B for intermediate learners. These courses develop listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills while deepening students鈥� understanding of Spanish-speaking cultures.
What she enjoys most about teaching at 91视频 is the diversity of her students, their goals, life experiences, and motivations. 鈥淚 find great value in the exchange of experiences that happen in the classroom,鈥� she says. 鈥淚t鈥檚 an honor to be part of each student鈥檚 educational journey.鈥�