Spanish 3: Spanish pronunciation in action

Come and work on your intonation, rhythm and pronunciation in this light-hearted and entertaining session. Taught in Spanish.

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Key course information

Date
19/11/11

Day(s)
Sat

Duration
1 week

Time
10:30 - 13:30

Fees
Full fee: £23^NC

Venue
KS - Keeley Street

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Course code
LSW21

Availability
This course has finished

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

This course has finished

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languages@citylit.ac.uk or call 020 7492 2644

Course outline

What is the course about?

The aim of this course is to help you improve and gain confidence in pronunciation, intonation and rhythm in the Spanish language. This workshop also aims to stimulate students' interaction in order to enable you to practise Spanish in an active way in which the involvement of body, gesture, creativity and games will play an important part.

What topics will we cover?

Pronunciation, intonation and breathing techniques which will help you to better articulate your message.

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

- Identify and reproduce different and difficult sounds in Spanish
- Use appropriate intonation to express yourself
- Be more confident with Spanish pronunciation and get your message across.

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

Students should have studied Spanish for 3-4 years recently. Suitable if you are currently studying DELE Inicial, Spanish 3 lower or Spanish 3 upper. We recommend that you contact the languages office to have your level assessed. 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?

Loose clothing should be worn for this workshoop.
All materials provided by the tutor.

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. You will receive constructive feedback from your tutor throughout the workshop.

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 workshop which complements any Spanish stage 3 course and the DELE Inicial 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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