Spanish 2 fast-track: module 3

Improve your intermediate Spanish on this intensive programme with the emphasis on listening and speaking. You should have completed ’Spanish 2 fast-track: module 2‘ or equivalent. Based on 'Nuevo
Ele: intermedio' and exercise book (SM Publishing) and the tutor’s own materials. Progress to Spanish 3 lower.

If you're unsure of the level of course you should study, click here to view a language self-assessment chart

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Key course information

Dates
19/04/12 - 28/06/12

Day(s)
Thu

Duration
11 weeks

Time
18:00 - 21:00

Fees
Full fee: £206
Senior fee: £206
Concession: £67

Venue
EC - European College

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Course code
LS061

Availability
Available
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This course has started

It may still be possible to enrol on this course - please call 020 7831 7831 to discuss. Please note that you will have missed some course content and it may not be possible for the tutor to fully cover missed content with you. Please be advised that the published course fees will apply.

Course outline

What is the course about?

To enable students to communicate more fully and fluently in a wider range of everyday situations and conversations. The course will also give an insight into cultural aspects of Spanish-speaking countries.

What topics will we cover?

Expressing likes and dislikes with confidence; expressing opinion, agreement and disagreement; talking about the past; talking about customs and traditions; expressing emotions.
Grammar: preterite (pretérito indefinido)/imperfect (pretérito imperfecto)/pluperfect (pretérito pluscuamperfecto), impersonal tenses, subjunctive (presente de subjuntivo).

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

-express likes and dislikes at different levels confidently (indicative & subjunctive)
-express opinions, agree and disagree (subjunctive & conditional)
-talk about the past with confidence (preterite, imperfect, pluperfect)
-talk about customs and traditions (impersonal tenses)
-express emotions confidently (subjunctive).

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

This course is intended for students who have completed Spanish 2 fast-track modules 1 and 2 or those who have an equivalent level of Spanish (see course outline or contact the Languages Team for guidance). 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?

Textbook and exercise book: Nuevo Ele-Intermedio (SM), units 9-12.
Please note that the course book is used as a support only. You will not cover all the activities in the book during the course.
Please try: Grant and Cutler - http://www.grantandcutler.com (020 7734 2012)
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?

Spanish 3 lower or 3 upper courses in September. Please contact the languages department for advice.

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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