Spanish 1: get started in Latin American Spanish

Learn to speak Latin American Spanish on this intensive, self-contained Saturday/Sunday course for complete beginners. By the end of the course you will be able to get by in everyday situations in Spanish.

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Key course information

Dates
26/05/12 - 03/06/12

Day(s)
Sat-Sun

Duration
2 weeks

Time
10:30 - 16:30

Fees
Full fee: £153^NC

Venue
EC - European College

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Course code
LS1114

Availability
Available
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^NC: No concessionary fees available as there is no government funding for this course.

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Call enrolments: 020 7831 7831

Still got questions?
languages@citylit.ac.uk or call 020 7492 2644

Course outline

What is the course about?

This self-contained course aims to introduce students to the basic aspects of the Spanish language and to enable them to get by in everyday situations in Latin-American Spanish.

What topics will we cover?

Greetings, introductions, alphabet and spelling, personal information, numbers, the time, food and drinks, the restaurant, the hotel, buying tickets.

By the end of this course you should be able to:

- greet people and introduce yourself
- ask and give personal information (name, surname, nationality, profession, phone number, email address)
- spell words
- ask for and tell the time
- buy a train ticket
- order food and drinks in a restaurant/ café/ bar
- book a room in a hotel.

What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?

This is a beginners course. No previous knowledge of Spanish is required. For further details of the specific foreign language skills required for this level, please see the languages self-assessment chart, using the link at the top of this page. You can also find the chart at the start of the languages section in our course guide. You will also need to be able to understand basic spoken and written information in English (e.g. simple instructions, course documents) and be at ease with the use of numbers for daily activities (e.g. using money, telling the time etc).

How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?

The course is based on the communicative approach:

- active students’ interaction
- emphasis on speaking and listening skills
- pair and group work
- role plays
- use of realia, pictures and authentic material
- use of audio-visual techniques when appropriate

Please note, students are expected to participate in oral classroom activities and to do some homework as and when required.

Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?

Based on tutors' own materials.
If a course book is recommended, please try: Grant and Cutler - http://www.grantandcutler.com (020 7734 2012) and The European Bookshop - http://www.europeanbookshop.com (020 7287 1720).

Do I need to have an interview before I can enrol?

No.

What feedback will I get?

You will receive regular feedback from your tutor throughout the course, as and when appropriate. At the end of the course you and your tutor are asked to assess the progress you have made.

How will I be able to give my views on the course?

Please complete the evaluation form at the end of your course. These are monitored and help us to continually improve our courses.

How do I find out if I can get some support for my learning?

You may be interested in: education and careers advice; financial and childcare support; disability support; support for Deaf and hearing-impaired students; dyslexia support; English and maths support; counselling, and library services (supported learning centre). To find out what may be available to you, and how to apply, see page 213 of the 11/12 course guide, or visit www.citylit.ac.uk/students

When I've finished, what course can I do next?

This is a self-contained course that aims to enable you to get by in everyday situations in Spanish.
If you want to continue studying Spanish you can enrol into Spanish 1: module 1, Spanish 1 fast-track : module 1 or Spanish 1 express: module 1. Please note that you will consolidate some of the topics already covered in this course.

General information and advice on courses at City Lit is available from the Information and Advice Shop, open Monday to Friday 12:00 – 19:00 during term time, and Monday to Friday 12:00 – 17:00 out of term time. See the course guide for term dates and further details.

Who can I contact for further information?

Tel: 020 7492 2644

languages@citylit.ac.uk

Advice times

During term-time: Tuesday 12.30 - 13.30 and 17.30 - 18.30; Thursday 12.30 - 13.30 and 17.30 - 18.30;

Non term-time: Tuesday 17.30–18.30 and Thursday 12.30–13.30

To enrol on a course, call 020 7831 7831.

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Dates	Day(s)	Time	Duration	Fees	Snr	Conc	Code	Availability
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