Practicing a second language with other learners is a great way to develop confidence and increase ability with a new language! Often in the early stages of language learning a student only focuses on rules and vocabulary but does not always get to put these things into practice! In this on-going class you will have the opportunity to practice using all that head knowledge in conversation! 

This class is for students who have a basic understanding of Spanish and have studied it in the past. Ideally students who have completed Spanish 1 or the equivalent or are at about about an A1/A2 level (see description below) 

At the A2 level, a language learner can: Understand frequently used expressions in most intermediate areas such as shopping, family, employment, etc. Complete tasks that are routine and involve a direct exchange of information. Describe matters of immediate need in simple terms.

The speed of the class will be slow to moderate. This is important for all students to understand as this level requires slow speech from all in the conversation for it to be understand and for the dialogue to progress. This is not an immersion class and English will be spoken to answer questions or explain concepts. 

In each class we will focus on specific grammar and vocabulary in order to review what students have learned and give them focused practice. I will send written notes and optional written practice in advance so students are able to review it prior to our get together. At the start of class students will do a quick review of the grammar and will do a writing activity to help me gauge their ability with it. The remainder of class students will get to engage with the grammar as they use it in conversation with me and the other students. This atmosphere will encourage speaking and listening to allow students to effectively communicate in Spanish. Through visuals and guided practice students can have focused practice and receive immediate feedback. There will always be students of a variety of abilities and confidence levels -- for that reason I will always encourage students to go as far as they can! After each class student's will receive individual feedback from me to help them know where they are excelling and where they can focus and practice going forward. 

Weekly Topics: 
Week 1: Grammar focus: Ser +adjectives 
               Conversation: Identifying + making descriptions of people / places / things. 
Week 2 - Grammar focus:  Estar + adjectives
                 Conversation: Talking about mood / emotions and conditions 
Week 3 - Grammar focus: llevar + ropa 
              Conversation: Discussion surrounding what we wear, when and why. 
Week 4 -  Grammar focus: the verb "tener" + family vocabulary 
                Conversation: using "tener" to discuss our families (expand to descriptions of our families) 
Week 5- Grammar Focus: Gustar 
                  Conversation: talking about our likes and dislikes using verbs and nouns. 

Week 6 - Grammar focus: Hace + el clima + descriptive weather vocabulary 
                  Conversation: Students will discuss the seasons and the varying weather, including conversation around preferences and 
                  what we wear / do in certain weather. 
Week 7 - Grammar Focus: future plans (ir+a+infinitive) 
                   Conversation: Discussion of what we are going to do in the future. 
Week 8 -- Grammar Focus: Commonly used verbs that pair with infinitives Part 1: Querer, preferir, poder
                  Conversation: discussion of what we want to do, prefer to do and are able to do. 
Week 9- Grammar Focus: Commonly used verbs that pair with infinitives Part 2:  "tener que", "deber" + infinitive / 
                    Conversation: talking about obligations, problems and giving suggestions / advice


This class will be interactive! Students are encouraged to always try, even if they aren't sure!  It will be a safe and encouraging place to practice your Spanish! It is a good place to ask any and all clarifying questions! No one is expected to be perfect! Practicing is where we work out the kinks and help develop the ability to use Spanish more confidently and accurately. 

The class will aim to end on time but may go a little longer in order to not cut conversation abruptly and to ensure everyone gets a chance to engage. 

Please make note of the following:
1) VIDEO HIGHLY RECOMMENDED. Students will interact with me and their peers using the microphone and video camera on their device. In order to ensure the safety of all students, please ensure that your learner is able to turn on their video so that I may verify their identity. I also ask that cameras stay on unless your student needs to step away. 
4) Access to and use of the chat is necessary for our starting written activity.
5) Please have your learner(s) familiarize themselves with the Outschool features such as mute and raising their hand. Students are expected to be respectful to all during class.
6) The minimum student number is 3 in order to optimize conversation. If the minimum is not reached I will need to cancel the section.
7) If an individual class would need to be cancelled a make-up time will be given for the same week or an extra date will be added to the end of the course.
8) Please note the limited refund policy for this class. (Only 1 week prior to the start, or within 24 hours of booking the class)