Maria Twardy

Maria Twardy serves as a Lecturer in the Department of Spanish and Portuguese at Wellesley College, teaching Elementary Spanish (SPAN102) and Intermediate Spanish (SPAN202) with a focus on language acquisition and cultural immersion.

Her pedagogical approach emphasizes interactive Spanish language instruction through oral presentations, cultural readings, multimedia resources, and critical analysis of Hispanic literature. Courses systematically integrate the art, literature, and cultures of Spain and Latin America to develop students' written and spoken proficiency.

She maintains direct student engagement via structured activities including video programs and cultural recordings, fostering comprehensive language skills within authentic contexts.