Beginning with Spanish Term 2

About this course

The course develops Spanish for everyday situations, including shopping, telling the time, describing places, discussing likes and dislikes, directions and prices. Learners practise understanding short conversations, giving simple presentations and writing basic words and sentences about personal details and places. Teaching combines individual tasks with pair and small-group work, role-plays, games, grammar exercises, gap-fills and vocabulary revision. Activities cover speaking, listening, reading and writing, including listening for the gist or key information and describing a city, house or neighbourhood.

What you'll learn

• Communicate in everyday situations using basic Spanish, including times, preferences, descriptions, directions and prices
• Identify the gist or basic information in a short conversation
• Describe a city, house and neighbourhood in Spanish
• Write basic information such as personal details and descriptions of places

Is this course right for you?

This Beginner (A1) course is intended for learners consolidating basic Spanish, with completion of Spanish Stage 1 Unit 1 or around 18 hours of previous study recommended. It suits participants prepared to work through collaborative activities, pair and group tasks, individual exercises and regular study outside class.

• Regular attendance and punctuality are expected
• Learners should be prepared to complete revision and homework between classes
• The course includes pair work, small-group activities and individual tasks

Before you go

• Bring a pen and paper.
• A Spanish-English dictionary is recommended.
• Access to a computer or other device and an internet connection is needed to use the learning platform at least once a week.
• Regular homework and revision are recommended.