This skills-based course is for lower intermediate learners of Spanish and aims to train you on strategies you can apply to listen more effectively to spoken Spanish in a variety of different contexts. You will also look at elements of pronunciation to give you a better idea of how Spanish is spoken.
Learning modes and locations may be different depending on the course start date. Please check the location of your chosen course and read our guide to learning modes and locations to help you choose the right course for you.
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In this course you will work on your listening skills through recordings, videos and exercises to help you focus on the main points of the spoken language. The course will also briefly focus on sounds and pronunciation in order to make you aware of what to expect while listening to Spanish native speakers and be able to capture more of what they are saying.
What will we cover?
- Intonation and pronunciation. - Strategies on how to listen effectively. - Close listening to dialogues and videos. - A mix of different topics from everyday situations to help you cope better in your interactions with Spanish speakers.
What will I achieve? By the end of this course you should be able to...
- Gain confidence in your listening skills. - Be aware of some tricks and tips of how Spanish is spoken . - Better recognise sounds and intonation. - Have a better-trained ear to understand spoken Spanish more easily.
What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?
This course is intended for lower intermediate students of Spanish. For City Lit students, that will mean students on a 3 lower course or 3 upper. You should have studied Spanish for at least 3 years. Please note that this is a listening skills course, so the focus will be on listening skills rather than grammar or vocabulary.
How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?
Our courses are characterised by spoken interaction and communication. Typical activities include pair work, group work, role plays and games. A range of resources will be used to support your learning including presentations, hand-outs, and audio-visual material. Homework is highly recommended to consolidate learning.
Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?
There are no additional costs or texts.
When I've finished, what course can I do next?
If you are not already enrolled on one of our mainstream Spanish courses, the tutor will advise you about progression routes.
Adriana holds a qualification to teach adults. She has taught Spanish to adults and teenagers for more than 8 years at different levels ranging from beginners to proficiency, including GCSE exams, in groups and one-to-one lessons -face to face and online-. She has worked as a Spanish tutor in educational institutions such as City Lit; Bishopsgate Institute; Morley College, UK Government departments as DEFRA, and for agencies tutoring private students for well-known organizations namely BBC, Arthur & Gallagher, AON, AHJ, among others. She got a degree in Anthropology from the Central University of Venezuela. A career in which she developed her knowledge and passion about Languages and Culture. Additionally, back in her country she worked in cultural research in the publishing area, events organization and organizational structure.
Please note: We reserve the right to change our tutors from those advertised. This happens rarely, but if it does, we are unable to refund fees due to this. Our tutors may have different teaching styles; however we guarantee a consistent quality of teaching in all our courses.
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