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Spanish 2/3 Grammar through art - ¿Ser o estar?
An A2-level Spanish workshop using paintings and sculpture to practise ser, estar, descriptive vocabulary and spoken communication.
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What Pre-intermediate (A2+) Spanish means
At A2+ Spanish, learners can connect simple sentences, give reasons and manage a wider range of familiar situations.
Explain a preference
Prefiero viajar en tren porque es más cómodo y puedo leer.
I prefer travelling by train because it is more comfortable and I can read.
Handle a small problem
La habitación está muy fría. ¿Podrían revisar la calefacción?
The room is very cold. Could you check the heating?
Describe an experience
El año pasado visité Sevilla y me encantó la arquitectura.
Last year I visited Seville and loved the architecture.
These are general examples of language use at this level, not a description of any individual course syllabus.
About this course
This two-part workshop examines ser and estar through art-based language activities. Learners work with Joan Miró’s paintings to practise colours, emotions and descriptions of characters or states of mind, then study neoclassical sculpture to describe people’s positions and actions. Teaching is centred on spoken interaction, with pair and group work, role plays and games supported by presentations, handouts and audiovisual resources. Homework is highly recommended to consolidate the language covered.
What you'll learn
- Distinguish and use ser and estar in descriptions of emotions, states, positions and actions
- Use Spanish vocabulary for colours, feelings, emotions and descriptions of people
- Describe a character or state of mind in simple Spanish
- Recognise a painting by Joan Miró
- Identify basic characteristics of neoclassical sculpture
Is this course right for you?
The course is intended for Spanish learners at elementary level, identified as at least A2 or Spanish 2 upper. It involves spoken communication and collaborative activities, including pair work, group work, role plays and games.
- Learners are expected to have an elementary level of Spanish
- The workshop is conducted in Spanish
- Participation includes pair and group activities
Before you go
- All materials are provided by the tutor
- Teaching and learning resources are available through Google Classroom
- Homework is highly recommended to consolidate learning