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Courses Code
QEXCESPANB1
Study method
Part Time
Cost from
£180
Location(s)
Cannock Lichfield Tamworth
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  • Is this course for you?

    Learning a language is the gateway to both exploring, and understanding, a different part of the world and its people. A language is the formation of how the individuals within a culture think and organise their thoughts when communicating. You will find that as you learn a new language you are also learning about your culture and the way that you think and organise your thoughts.

    You should have:

    • Commitment to the learning
    • A love of Spain and its cultural aspects
    • A willingness to participate in class activities with peers and to complete homework tasks
    • Confidence to speak aloud in class in Spanish
    • A willingness to embrace grammar aspects
    • A willingness to share ideas, information and personal experiences about Spain in class

  • Required qualifications

    No knowledge required but a desire to learn Spanish and to have fun whilst doing so.

  • What skills will I develop?

    Learners will use a balance of the four key elements of language learning: listening, speaking, reading and writing to develop their knowledge and abilities within the topic areas.

    • Listening comprehension tasks will be undertaken in class using CDs and video clips.
    • Speaking of the language will be achieved via pair work role plays, small group activities, games and directed questioning.
    • Reading comprehension tasks will be given in class (as well as for homework) and learners will also read aloud in class in Spanish.
    • Writing of Spanish will be practised and developed mainly through homework tasks (essential for language building, especially of vocabulary and grammatical structure).

    Learners will also develop their knowledge of Spanish grammar rules (using nouns, pronouns, verbs, adjectives etc).

    Learners will be able to converse in Spanish during trips to Spain.

    Learners will gain knowledge on Spanish cultural aspects e.g. food, festivals, music, cinema, TV programmes, geography via quizzes, news items, class activities, websites and video clips of Spanish life.

  • Careers

    Learners will be equipped and have the confidence to progress to the next level of learning – Spanish Beginners 2.

    Learners will also gain transferable skills useful to employers e.g. working in a team, social and communication skills, an understanding of English grammar, respect for others and overall increased confidence, as well as their acquired Spanish language skills.

  • English and maths

    English: learners will develop verbal communication skills through class activities with peers and through interaction with tutor. English grammar points will be highlighted and developed by means of the use of corresponding Spanish grammar.

    Maths: learners will develop confidence in maths through using numbers when asking/giving age, talking about numbers of family members, asking/giving prices and practising number skills via games such as bingo.

    Digital: learners will be able to use tablets, if they wish, to access the core course resource (BBC Talk Spanish 1). Various websites will be used to enhance the learning and learners will watch video and YouTube clips and access online language games. Emails will be exchanged between tutor and learners for updates and queries.

    A Smartboard will be used in class and learners will use the Internet for research of topics as well as Google Classroom for tutor/learner, learner/tutor and learner/learner communication.

  • Other important information

    • You will require a notepad and pen.
    • The tutor will advise on any books to be purchased.
    • You have to be an adult student aged 19+ to enrol on the course.

  • Is this course for you?

    Learning a language is the gateway to both exploring, and understanding, a different part of the world and its people. A language is the formation of how the individuals within a culture think and organise their thoughts when communicating. You will find that as you learn a new language you are also learning about your culture and the way that you think and organise your thoughts.

    You should have:

    • Commitment to the learning
    • A love of Spain and its cultural aspects
    • A willingness to participate in class activities with peers and to complete homework tasks
    • Confidence to speak aloud in class in Spanish
    • A willingness to embrace grammar aspects
    • A willingness to share ideas, information and personal experiences about Spain in class

  • Required qualifications

    No knowledge required but a desire to learn Spanish and to have fun whilst doing so.

  • What skills will I develop?

    Learners will use a balance of the four key elements of language learning: listening, speaking, reading and writing to develop their knowledge and abilities within the topic areas.

    • Listening comprehension tasks will be undertaken in class using CDs and video clips.
    • Speaking of the language will be achieved via pair work role plays, small group activities, games and directed questioning.
    • Reading comprehension tasks will be given in class (as well as for homework) and learners will also read aloud in class in Spanish.
    • Writing of Spanish will be practised and developed mainly through homework tasks (essential for language building, especially of vocabulary and grammatical structure).

    Learners will also develop their knowledge of Spanish grammar rules (using nouns, pronouns, verbs, adjectives etc).

    Learners will be able to converse in Spanish during trips to Spain.

    Learners will gain knowledge on Spanish cultural aspects e.g. food, festivals, music, cinema, TV programmes, geography via quizzes, news items, class activities, websites and video clips of Spanish life.

  • Careers

    Learners will be equipped and have the confidence to progress to the next level of learning – Spanish Beginners 2.

    Learners will also gain transferable skills useful to employers e.g. working in a team, social and communication skills, an understanding of English grammar, respect for others and overall increased confidence, as well as their acquired Spanish language skills.

  • English and maths

    English: learners will develop verbal communication skills through class activities with peers and through interaction with tutor. English grammar points will be highlighted and developed by means of the use of corresponding Spanish grammar.

    Maths: learners will develop confidence in maths through using numbers when asking/giving age, talking about numbers of family members, asking/giving prices and practising number skills via games such as bingo.

    Digital: learners will be able to use tablets, if they wish, to access the core course resource (BBC Talk Spanish 1). Various websites will be used to enhance the learning and learners will watch video and YouTube clips and access online language games. Emails will be exchanged between tutor and learners for updates and queries.

    A Smartboard will be used in class and learners will use the Internet for research of topics as well as Google Classroom for tutor/learner, learner/tutor and learner/learner communication.

  • Other important information

    • You will require a notepad and pen.
    • The tutor will advise on any books to be purchased.
    • You have to be an adult student aged 19+ to enrol on the course.

Testimonials

Greg Watson Spanish Student

"I have just finished my 10 week course with Frances at Cannock College. I have very much enjoyed my time. It was packed with great material to learn and presented superbly. I would and will recommend this class to my friends and I have also signed up for the course in the new year"

Greg Watson

Spanish Student

Wendy McCormack Spanish Student

"I have been learning Beginners Spanish Part 1 with Frances and her classes are amazing! Frances has a real passion for all things Spanish and I absolutely LOVE her classes"

Wendy McCormack

Spanish Student

Doramy Fisher Spanish Student

"I loved my Spanish for Beginners course, would highly recommend it to anyone. Roll on the next level"

Doramy Fisher

Spanish Student

Alma Smith Spanish Tutor

"I have over 20 years of language teaching experience, specialising in Adult learning. I find it rewarding to enable learners to acquire necessary skills, in an informal and fun fashion, in order for them to enjoy the benefits of learning a foreign language"

Alma Smith

Spanish Tutor

Nuria Seguara, Award in Education and Training Student

"Nuria is from Spain and has lived in Lichfield for 14 years. Her classes are dynamic and fun using a multiple of methods, including games, activities, and formal teaching practices"

Nuria Segura

Spanish Tutor

Photo of Spanish Tutor Edith Gaxiola

"I love to meet new people that want to learn Spanish. As a Spanish speaking teacher I enjoy to share my language and culture. Lessons are relaxed and friendly. I am looking forward to meeting you!"

Edith Gaxiola

Spanish Tutor

Frances Bedford Spanish Tutor

"Hola, my name is Frances Bedford. I teach beginners Spanish at Cannock and Lichfield College. I gained my teaching qualification in 2004 so have had a fun and happy time for 17 years. I love teaching Spanish and last year I won the star of the year award for my classes"

Frances Bedford

Spanish Tutor

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    Start Date: 16th January 2024

    Code: QCEXCESPANB1-2

    Cost: £180

    Start Time: 19:00 PM

    End Time:21:00 PM

    Part Time: 10 Weeks

    Day(s): Tuesday

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    Start Date: 11th January 2024

    Code: QLEXCESPANB1-2

    Cost: £180

    Start Time: 19:00 PM

    End Time:21:00 PM

    Part Time: 10 Weeks

    Day(s): Thursday

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    Tamworth College

    Start Date: 9th November 2023

    Code: QTEXCESPANB1

    Cost: £90

    Start Time: 19:00 PM

    End Time:21:00 PM

    Part Time: 5 Weeks

    Day(s): Thursday

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  • Spanish Beginners 1 pt2

    Tamworth College

    Start Date: 11th January 2024

    Code: QTEXCESPANB1-2

    Cost: £180

    Start Time: 19:00 PM

    End Time:21:00 PM

    Part Time: 10 Weeks

    Day(s): Thursday

    Apply
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