10 Spanish
10SPA Course DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Mrs K. Torrealba
Recommended Prior LearningYear 9 Spanish or equivalent.
This course has a strong communicative focus. It also covers Spanish language, grammar and a very strong focus on culture. By the end of the year, students will be able to write, present, read, listen and interact in different contexts. Students will be able to express their ideas using the present, past and future tenses.
10 Spanish builds on the Year 9 course and deepens understanding of the Spanish language through online tools, speaking activities, games, cultural projects and access to real materials. Highlights of the course include videoing your own cooking masterclass in Spanish and planning a trip to a Hispanic destination.
Other topics include:
- talk about own interests,
- describe a past holiday,
- make plans for the weekend,
- order a meal in a restaurant and talk about their eating habits,
- discuss their fashion preferences,
- and give a virtual tour around Barcelona.
Throughout the year, there will be fun and interesting culture activities that involve crafts, sampling Spanish food and learning about customs and traditions.
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Work opportunities worldwide are enhanced by the study of Spanish. It is the chosen second language of many people in the world and native speakers number well over 425 million in more than 23 countries. Spanish is spoken by a third of the world’s population in all corners of the globe. It is essential for travel, exchanges and work opportunities in Latin America, Spain and many parts of the United States. It is one of the official languages of the United Nations. Spanish is a great language to learn that will open the doors to a world of opportunities.
Course Costs and Equipment/ Stationery requirements$23 Education Perfect highly recommended (one payment for all languages)
$12 Workbook Mira 2 bought from the EGGS school uniform shop.
Optional but highly recommended: $5 for Spanish treat during the year.
Students must also purchase a 1 3B1 notebook (optional) and 1 1B8 exercise book .
Assessment Information Speaking, reading, listening and writing unit tests and culture assignments.
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