Spanish Course for Oral Communication (ECO)
Characteristics
- 5 sequential modules
- 6 weeks (12 hours) by module
- 2 hours, once a week
- PDF digital materials included (in Moodle).
- Available schedules: morning, after-noon and evening
- Small groups
- Highly qualified Spanish-speaking teachers
- In-person and online classes
- ECO (A1) / DIALOGA (A2)
Methods
- Experiential-meaningful
- Thematic modules in sequence.
- Oral practical approach
- Participatory task orientation
- Dynamic VIDEO
Cultural immersion (depending on availability)
- Reading and Poetry Workshops
- Coffee-chat
- “Bohemian evenings”
Extras
- Highly qualified Spanish-speaking teachers
- Access to books and movies in Spanish
- Platform for practice
- Classes via web to continue your learning
- Special offers available
- Free cultural activities
Course periods
Winter 2024:
- February 5th to May 10
Spring 2024:
- April 8th to May 17th
Summer 2024:
- June 3rd to July 12th
Fall 2024:
- To confirm
MODULE CONTENTS
Módulo A
“Yo”
- Basic formulas for greetings
- Talking of oneself and of the immediate social environment
- Describe personal tastes
Módulo B
“Mi gente”
- Structures to speak of states of mind (emotions)
- Physical and personality description.
- Describe leisure activities and personal plans
Módulo C
“Mi ciudad”
- Express desires, preferences and opinions
- Locate places; location and positions
- Give information on means of transportation
Módulo D
“Nuestros viajes”
- Necessary expressions to expose preferences and to select a trip
- Make travel preparations (reservations, accommodation and transport)
- Review weather and accommodation before a trip
Módulo E
“Situaciones de emergencia”
- A review of expressions to ask help and transmit immediate needs
- Expressions used in different situation of emergency
- Vocabulary for: recuperating personal objects and expressing physical discomfort to a doctor
Dialoga in Spanish
MODULE CONTENTS
Módulo 1
“Mi estancia en México”
- Make recommendations
- esign a living space and find a roommate
- Describe one’s classmates
- Make invitations and presentations at different levels of formality
Módulo 2
“De fiesta en México”
- Plan a day in the Mexican city
- Prepare food for a party
Módulo 3
“A jugar BASTA y a contar historias”
- Talk about activities of interest
- Find solutions for some problems
Módulo 4
“Cuentos y recuerdos”
- Talk about history
- Tell real or fabricated anecdotes
Módulo 5
“Imaginemos nuestro futuro”
- Design and present an advertising campaign
- Talk about the future