Year 12 SpanishPREREQUISITES: Achievement in NCEA Level 1 Spanish (10 credits)
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Aims
By the end of Year 12, learners can take part in general conversation with Spanish speakers, understand much of what is said, and contribute relevant comments. They can explain and discuss many of their own ideas and opinions and may use language creatively. They can read a variety of authentic materials and write expressively for a range of purposes. Learners use a range of language-learning strategies effectively, and their behaviour is culturally appropriate in most social situations involving native speakers. The course aims to develop student’s command of the 4 language skills - listening, speaking, reading and writing; together with their understanding of the way of life in Spanish-speaking countries. These aspects of language learning are practised across a range of topics which enable students to communicate about their personal situation, to travel and to enjoy aspects of cultural life in a Spanish-speaking situation. Course Content
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FUTURE STUDIES / CAREER OPTIONS
EXCHANGE We are in the process of setting up an exchange with a school in Madrid. It takes place over the Christmas holidays at the end of Year 11 or 12 and is an extremely valuable way of reinforcing the Spanish language and culture being learnt in class. It is highly recommended for students, wishing to carry on with Level 3 Spanish or who are looking at completing that International Baccalaureate Diploma, to participate in the exchange. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION This subject has links with English, History, Geography, Economics, Travel and Tourism, Commerce and Trade. Next Step: NCEA Spanish Level 3 or completion of International Baccalaureate Diploma Spanish B |