What's included
1 live meeting
50 mins in-class hours per weekClass Experience
This ongoing class will introduce conversational Spanish to young learners. This course has been designed to be a fun, hands-on, "learning-by-doing" class. We'll read short stories, watch movies, make crafts, virtually travel the Spanish-speaking world, cook, y mas, and all in Español! The $30 price is for 2x 50-min classes per week. Week I (June 17) Day 1: Vamos a cocinar! We'll be putting a meal together in Spanish. We'll learn new vocabulary and hold a conversation in Spanish about food and cooking. Week II (Nov 29-Dec 4) 2: Vamos a ver Coco! Before class, students will watch the movie Coco in Spanish and we'll discuss it and answer comprehension questions in Spanish. Day 3: Vamos a crear un arbol de familial! In this craft project, we'll create a family tree, learn new vocabulary, and have discussions about family in Spanish. Day 4: Vamos a leer un cuento! In this class, we'll read a short story together, answer comprehension questions, and discuss it in Spanish. Week III (Dec 7-11) Day 5: Vamos de paseo! In this class, we'll take a virtual tour through various Latin American countries. We'll earn about their culture, history, and gastronomy. We'll learn new vocabulary, and have discussions in Spanish. Day 6: Nuestro pais en Español! In this class, we'll take a virtual tour through the cities and states with the most Hispanic influence in the United Staes. We'll earn about their culture, history, and gastronomy. We'll learn new vocabulary, and have discussions in Spanish. Week IV (Dec 15-21) Day 7: Vamos a leer un cuento! In this class, we'll read a short story together, answer comprehension questions, and discuss it in Spanish. Day 8: Day 3: Vamos a festejar! In this class, we'll learn about (secular) holidays and traditions from Spanish speaking countries. We'll watch videos, read stories, learn new vocabulary, and have discussions in Spanish. Objectives: -To promote a relaxed space where learners are encouraged to practice and make mistakes. -To encourage learners to use the target language to communicate with the purpose of completing a practical task. -To encourage learners to use the grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation skills targeted to each lesson. Students will be expected to: -Actively participate in class discussions and conversations -Practice 1-2 hours a week outside the classroom -Keep a Spanish notebook/diary. **To enroll in this class you must have taken my "Introduction to Spanish 1" course, or take an assessment test prior to the start of class.
Learning Goals
Objectives:
-To promote a relaxed space where learners are encouraged to practice and make mistakes.
-To encourage learners to use the target language to communicate with the purpose of completing a practical task.
-To encourage learners to use the grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation skills targeted to each lesson.
Other Details
External Resources
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Hello! My name is Val. I’m a lifelong learner and a passionate teacher. In Outschool, I teach classes on literature, history, equality, and Spanish as a Second Language.
I’m a lover of words and literature, a passionate traveler, and a chronic over-packer. A cooking enthusiast. A Harry Potter fan and a Yotam Ottolenghi groupie.
I have completed an M.A. in Political Science, and postgraduate studies in Human Development and Gender, as well as a B.A. in Legal Studies. I am an ESL certified teacher and a member of the Women's History Network. I have taught elementary school students both online and in brick and mortar schools for over seven years and have always loved the interactions with my students. In my previous life, I was a consultant/researcher for various feminist NGOs, the United Nations, and the World Bank.
I teach because I am a believer in the power of an educated mind. Having experienced first-hand the difference a good educator makes in a student’s life, I strive to be the best teacher I possibly can. I am an advocate for positive reinforcement and enjoyable learning environments. To keep learners engaged and motivated, I create and promote student-centered atmospheres in which pupils are encouraged to have fun and make mistakes.
I'm an old soul. When I'm not working or reading, I'm baking, watching The Great British Baking Show, or singing off-tune to Frankie Valli & the Four Seasons.
I currently reside in NYC with my husband and our sock-puppet Lex.
I hope to see you in the classroom!
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Live Group Class
$30
weekly1x per week
50 min
Completed by 6 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 11-14
4-10 learners per class
This class is no longer offered
Financial Assistance
Tutoring
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