About This Course

Welcome! In our introductory Spanish course, participants learn the essential vocabulary and grammatical structures required to talk about personal daily life experiences in various tenses, including present, past, and future. Our aim is to equip you with the necessary skills to achieve an A2 proficiency level according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFRL).

Course Description

This course provides a structured approach to learning Spanish, designed specifically for English speakers. Through a mix of video lessons, short texts, audio clips, and interactive exercises like quizzes and practical conversational practice with peers, you will understand and use basic expressions and sentences relevant to areas such as work, family, city, and outdoor life.

What Students Will Learn

  • Essential vocabulary for everyday activities and routines.
  • Key grammatical structures, including verb conjugations across different tenses.
  • Effective communication strategies for both oral and written Spanish.
  • Socio-cultural norms related to Spanish-speaking regions to enhance interactions.

Prerequisites or Skills Necessary

Applicants should have basic Spanish knowledge or at least 60 hours of previous Spanish language practice. This foundational understanding will facilitate better comprehension and successful progression through the course content.

Course Topics

  • Introduction to basic vocabulary and expressions related to personal and professional life.
  • Past, present, and future tense usage in everyday communication.
  • Engagement in interactive and practical exercises for real-world communication.
  • Exploration of cultural contexts that influence language use in Spanish-speaking communities.

Who This Course Is For

This course is ideal for individuals with a basic understanding of Spanish looking to improve their language skills for personal or professional reasons, travelers, enthusiasts interested in Spanish culture, or anyone looking to achieve an elementary level (A2) of Spanish proficiency.

Real-World Application

Skills acquired from this course can be directly applied in various real-world contexts such as traveling in Spanish-speaking countries, professional interactions, social networking, and in situations requiring deeper cultural understanding. This enhances both personal and professional growth while potentially opening up new opportunities in spaces where Spanish is a requisite or an advantage.

Course Syllabus

  1. Unit 1: The Future Tense- Expressing future actions, forming questions, and using time expressions.
  2. Unit 2: Daily Life Interactions- Describing daily routines, expressing likes and dislikes.
  3. Unit 3: Making Plans- Talking about feelings, inviting people, and making appointments.
  4. Unit 4: Past Experiences- Discussing past activities and holidays, storytelling about personal and others' experiences.