Learning Spanish Is Fun! - Learn Spanish Playing Interactive Games (Age 13-18)
Learners are thrilled to learn Spanish in this ongoing class that provides immersive learning through interactive gameplay. Exciting introduction for beginners and engaging review for experienced learners through word-focused challenges.
Aspire Learning Academy
Average rating:
5.0
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What's included
1 live meeting
45 mins in-class hours per weekAssignments
1 hour per week. Links to 4 solo games will be provided for continued gameplay and practice.Progress Report
The game that is played gives a score based on the amount of questions answered correctly. This can be turned into a grade using a grading system of the parents choice or used to view learner progress throughout the course.Class Experience
Beginner Level
In this interactive class, games and education merge seamlessly, offering an immersive and enjoyable path to Spanish language proficiency. Designed to accommodate learners of all levels, this game-based approach provides an exciting introduction to Spanish for beginners and a dynamic review opportunity for those with previous experience. At the start of each class, we dedicate a few minutes to review the 10 words for the day's topic, ensuring students are well-prepared for the game. Clear instructions will then be provided on how to join and play the game. The teacher will guide students through the game, ensuring a smooth experience and a lively atmosphere. The teacher will only join the game if necessary to meet the minimum player requirement for some games. Students will play 1 or 2 rounds of the pre-selected game and then have the choice of other games for the remainder of the class time. Students may use the same device they are logged into via Zoom or a separate device such as a tablet or computer. They just need access to an internet browser to sign into the game and start playing. There's no need to install or download anything, and no additional website login is required. Each week introduces new vocabulary and a new topic throughout the year. After each class, gaming assignments are posted to provide continued practice outside of class. About Each Game: BlastBall: Teams earn blasts by choosing the correct English translation for Spanish words to score goals. The team with the highest score wins. Don't Look Down: Students climb an obstacle course by selecting the correct English translation for Spanish words to gain energy. The first to reach the top wins. Snowbrawl: Players earn snowballs by choosing the correct translations and use them to knock others out. The player or team with the most knockouts wins. The Floor is Lava: Students work together to stay above rising lava by selecting translations to earn cash for building. The game ends when the lava reaches the top. Tag Domination: Teams tag each other for points, gaining energy through correct translations. The team with the most tags wins. Trust No One: Similar to "Among Us," players identify impostors by choosing correct translations to earn power. Crewmates win by identifying impostors, while impostors win by blending in. Knockback: Players earn energy by selecting correct translations to knock others off the screen. The player or team with the most knockouts wins. Capture the Flag: Teams compete to capture flags and protect their own by choosing correct translations to gain energy for movement and upgrades. The team with the most captures wins. Dig It Up: Students earn energy through correct translations to dig for resources and save the mayor. The first to reach the mayor or the highest when time runs out wins. Weekly breakdown listed with Topic & Game: Week of Sep 30 - Numbers 0-9 / Tag Domination Week of Oct 7 - Food (Fruit) / Trust No One Week of Oct 14 - Home (Rooms) / Knockback Week of Oct 21 - Animals (Household) / Capture the Flag Week of Oct 28 - Action Verbs / Dig It Up Week of Nov 4 - Feelings / Blastball Week of Nov 11 - Nature (Outdoor) / Don't Look Down Week of Nov 18 - Food (Breakfast) / Snowbrawl Week of Nov 25 - No Class Week of Dec 2 - Places / The Floor is Lava Week of Dec 9 - Shapes / Tag Domination Week of Dec 16 - Toys / Trust No One Week of Dec 23 - No Class Week of Dec 30 - No Class Week of Jan 6 - Calendar (Jan-Jun) / Knockback Week of Jan 13 - Clothes (Winter) / Capture the Flag Week of Jan 20 - Food (Vegetables) / Dig It Up Week of Jan 27 - Routine / Blastball Week of Feb 3 - Numbers 10-19 / Don't Look Down Week of Feb 10 - Farm Animals / Snowbrawl Week of Feb 17 - Vehicles / The Floor is Lava Week of Feb 24 - Food (Lunch) / Tag Domination Week of Mar 3 - Family / Trust No One Week of Mar 10 - Body Parts (Head) / Knockback Week of Mar 17 - Accessories / Capture the Flag Week of Mar 24 - Office Supplies / Dig It Up Week of Mar 31 - Adjectives / Blastball Week of Apr 7 - Kitchen Utensils & Tableware / Don't Look Down Week of Apr 14 - Weather / Snowbrawl Week of Apr 21 - No Class Week of Apr 28 - Furniture / The Floor is Lava Week of May 5 - Food (Dinner) / Tag Domination Week of May 12 - Marine Animals / Trust No One Week of May 19 - Numbers 20-99 / Knockback Week of May 26 - No Class Week of Jun 2 - Common Verbs / Capture the Flag Week of Jun 9 - Chores / Dig It Up Week of Jun 16 - Drinks and Condiments / Blastball Week of Jun 23 - Clothes (Summer) / Don't Look Down Week of Jun 30 - No Class Week of Jul 7 - Calendar (Jul-Dec & Seasons) / Snowbrawl Week of Jul 14 - Units of Measurement / The Floor is Lava Week of Jul 21 - Numbers 100-1,000 / Tag Domination Week of Jul 28 - Food (Snacks & Desserts) / Trust No One Week of Aug 4 - Phrases / Knockback Week of Aug 11 - Body Parts (full body) / Capture the Flag Week of Aug 18 - Professions / Dig It Up Week of Aug 25 - Clothes / Blastball Week of Sep 1 - No Class Games are subject to change based on feedback from students and as new games are added to the website. Punctuality is essential to join the fun, review words, and sign into the game. Winning or losing is not the primary focus; the main goal is for all students to have fun while learning!
Learning Goals
Learn and retain new Spanish vocabulary introduced each week.Increase confidence in using Spanish by practicing in a supportive and interactive environment.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
Gimkit.com is used to play interactive games and as a fun review outside of class. No account or login necessary. Games are used on any web browser on any device with internet connection. A link to directly join the game and instructions to join the game with the game code will be provided.
Students can use the same device logged into class or a separate computer or tablet. The use of a phone for games is not recommended for ease of play.
Supply List
Learners have the option to bring a second electronic device to play the games.
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Joined June, 2022
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Teacher expertise and credentials
The curriculum creator of Aspire Learning Academy's Spanish classes possesses full bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish, as well as extensive experience as a language learner and instructor. Having started learning Spanish in high school and continuing her studies at the university level, she has built a solid foundation in reading fluency and spoken proficiency. Over the past 20+ years, she has immersed herself in the Spanish language and culture, achieving a level of fluency that allows her to read and speak Spanish without an English accent, showcasing her dedication and commitment to mastering the language.
With her firsthand experience as a non-native Spanish speaker, our curriculum creator understands the challenges and complexities that English speakers encounter when learning Spanish, enabling her to weave in explanations of concepts effectively to English-speaking learners. Leveraging insights from her own language learning journey, she offers valuable strategies to help students overcome obstacles and reach their language goals.
Since 2020, our curriculum creator has been teaching Spanish classes virtually, witnessing significant growth in her students' language abilities. Many started with minimal Spanish knowledge and, by the end of the school year, gained confidence in reading and engaging in basic conversations in Spanish. All of the other Spanish teachers at Aspire Learning Academy are native Spanish speakers, bringing an extra component to the classes that parents and students can trust that they are learning accurate language skills.Reviews
Live Group Class
$12
weekly1x per week
45 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 13-18
3-12 learners per class
