Courtenay Biser-Suarez

Courtenay Biser-Suarez is a Senior Lecturer of Spanish at Colorado State University (CSU), Fort Collins, where she has served since 1998. She holds a Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) in Spanish from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (1991). Her primary role involves teaching Spanish language courses, including Intermediate Spanish, Composition and Grammar, Oral Communication, and Hispanic Culture Studies. She specializes in adapting pedagogical materials for heritage speakers of Spanish, a focus developed during her prior teaching experience in El Paso, Texas.

Education:

• Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT), Applied Linguistics and Spanish Literature (University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, 1991)

Research & Teaching Focus: Her expertise centers on Spanish language instruction, particularly for heritage learners, and curriculum development for diverse student populations. She emphasizes culturally responsive teaching and has contributed to AP Spanish Literature courses in Texas.

Professional Experience: Prior to CSU, she taught in Texas high schools, addressing the needs of heritage speakers through customized materials. At CSU, she regularly teaches intermediate and advanced Spanish courses and maintains office hours MWF 1-2 PM.

Awards: No specific awards listed, though her long-term contributions to language education reflect sustained excellence.