"Spanish 1: Introduction to Culturas," utilizing the Wayside Publishing Entre Culturas Level 1 curriculum, is an online course designed for Middle and High School students beginning their journey into the Spanish language and the diverse cultures of the Spanish-speaking world. This beginner-friendly course focuses on laying a solid foundation in the Spanish language through engaging, interactive methods, accessible through an online platform.
Course Overview:
- Language Skills Development:
Students will learn foundational grammar and vocabulary to build basic conversational abilities, reading comprehension, and writing skills.
- Interactive Learning Experience:
The course incorporates a variety of interactive activities, authentic materials, multimedia resources, and real-life scenarios to enhance learning.
- Cultural Exploration:
Students will explore the rich diversity of Spanish-speaking cultures, engaging with topics like traditions, customs, food, music, art, and everyday life.
- Communicative Competence:
Emphasis is placed on effective communication in Spanish, with frequent opportunities for meaningful interaction in the target language to build confidence and fluency.
Course Materials:
- Textbook:
Wayside Publishing's Entre Culturas Level 1
By the end of this course, students will have a basic understanding of the Spanish language and a deeper appreciation of the cultures that shape it, preparing them for further studies in Spanish. Students must have achieved a grade of 75% or higher in a previous Spanish 1 course or pass a pre-assessment administered by the instructor.
Note: This course requires access to a laptop and reliable internet, as the curriculum is delivered entirely online through Wayside Publishing's Entre Culturas Level 1 platform.