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Methodology : How Spanish is taught in Benalmadena
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> Spanish ability / Rate of Progress
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> DELE Exam Preparation
> First Day
> Timetable for Standard Course
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Spanish ability / Rate of Progress
A0 Total Beginner 2/4 weeks to reach A1 level
A1 False Beginner/Elementary 4 wks+ to reach A2 level
A2 Elementary 4 wks+ to reach B1 level
B1 Low Intermediate 4 wks+ to reach B2 level
B2 Intermediate 4/6 wks+ to reach C1 level
C1 Advanced 1 4/6wks+ to reach C2 level
Please note that this chart is based on the progress rate expected for the average student who attend all classes, does their home work and is a conscientious worker. Few students keep to a consistent rate of development over a prolonged period, so please understand that this chart is for guidance only.
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Spanish teaching methods in Benalmadena
Classes at the Spanish school in Benalmadena combine grammar with practise of the 4 skills - reading, writing, listening and, of course, speaking. The school's teachers know a lot about classroom dynamics and are careful to create an inclusive atmosphere in which students have the confidence to talk Spanish. Of course confidence and plenty of practise are the keys to success.
GRAMMAR SKILLS & VOCAB
This is the core part of the course in which students study the grammar, vocab and skills corresponding to each level as set out in the above syllabus. Course material is closely controlled so learning is organized and varied too.
CONVERSATION
As for most people this is both the most challenging and the most desirable skill, most of the courses contain this module which gives students the chance to train accessing new knowledge for active incorporation into their own speech.
PRIVATE TUITION
Participants can decide on the content of their private tuition themselves or ask their teacher to devise a programme most suited to their needs. All students taking private tuition are requested to fill out the Specific Needs questionnaire in advance of arrival so their lessons may be planned accordingly.
Class Size
The smaller your learning group, the more personalized your course will be. The maximum amount of students per group is nine, except Culture which is open-class style. The average number of students per group is 5/6 in low season and 8/9 in high season, with a maximum of 10 students per class.
Class Duration
Lessons run from Monday to Friday and are 45 minutes long.
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DELE Exam preparation
Students whose dates fit can opt to do a preparation course for the official DELE exams (Diplomas de Español como Lengua Extranjera) which test students' level of competence in Spanish, granted by the Instituto Cervantes in name of the Ministry of Education and Science, which are recognized world-wide. These are organized according to the European Framework of Languages (A1, A2, B1, B2, C1, C2).
The school in Benalmadena enables students to prepare for the DELE exams at B1, B2 and C2 levels (three times a year; May, August and November).
There is a specific 2/4 week DELE preparation course offered leading up to the exams.
This builds on the core lessons of the Standard Course + an additional 5 PM mini group classes.
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First Day
Arrival at school for all levels : 08.30hrs
Language level tests are held first thing to determine your class placement.
Lessons for everyone start on Monday : 09.30hrs
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Sample Timetable for Standard Course
| Sunday | Arrival in Benalmadena | |
| Monday | Tests/ Lessons (from 09.30) | |
| Tuesday | Lessons 09.30 to 13.30hrs | |
| Wednesday | Lessons 09.30 to 13.30hrs | |
| Thursday | Lessons 09.30 to 13.30hrs | |
| Friday | Lessons 09.30 to 13.30hrs | |
| Saturday | Day Trip * | |
| Sunday | Free Day |
The Spanish school in Benalmadena offers a full and varied programme of cultural visits, sports, social outings and excursions throughout the year. Details vary from week to week and from season to season. There is no minimum level required to participate in the activities. Every week they offer a wide range of activities, most of them free of charge: Spanish movies, conferences on Spanish arts, history or literature, local visits to museums, Flamenco (Sevillanas) dance lessons, evening outings to tapas bars, restaurants, cinemas, Sangria parties etc.
Once a week the Spanish school offers "tutor lessons" where the students can have a 30-minute sessions with a teacher to further discuss grammatical structure, vocabulary or other subjects.
Weekend excursions : Seville, Granada, Ronda, Cordoba and other destinations.
Sports activities : include horseback riding, golf, sailing, windsurfing, outdoor tennis, badminton, volleyball and beach volleyball.
The school believe it is essential that you get to know the Spanish wway of life, Spanish culture, the Spanish people, the fabulous Andalucian cuisine. These aspects are also important parts of your stay, since it enriches your experience and helps you improve your knowledge of the Spanish language.
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Benalmadena School Teachers
All of the teachers are native Spaniards and they are all full time Spanish teachers (generally 25 to 45yrs of age). There are 6 core teachers in the school, all trained to teach Spanish as a foreign language. They use the Spanish school syllabus, a tried and tested method developed based on personal experience and the vision of the school's own teaching experts.
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Benalmadena School Students
Students come from all over the world, predominantly Europe, but also from much further away. Fundamentally, if you want to learn Spanish - you're welcome. Age wise there a lot of younger students (18yrs to 25yrs of age), but the oldest student to date was in their 70's and everyone is welcome.
There are students that stay for one or two weeks and others who stay for 12 weeks+.
The longer you stay the better your Spanish language skills will be!
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