Course Outline

A Spanish language course for students continuing from Beginners Stage 3. You should be familiar with all verb tenses (except subjunctive). If you are new to this class or are unsure of your level please contact the college on 9970 1000 to be put in contact with the tutor.
A Spanish language class for those who have completed 2 terms of tuition with either tutor, Elizabeth or Carolina. Designed for students wanted to further their skills in Spanish after completing the Spanish Beginners Stages 1,2 etc. The course is built on basic knowledge of the language and has been structured to improve your confidence in writing and speaking Spanish. Culture, conversation and grammar will be covered in a social and stimulating environment.

Students will also expand their ability to deal with everyday situations such as talking about family, sport, holidays and much more. This course also will place more of an emphasis on pronunciation and intonation and will assist the student in making their trip to a Spanish speaking country, be it for work or leisure purposes, much more engaging and exciting.

Some topics include for example Grammar and Verbs eg SER and ESTAR ; AR verbs ( present verb);ER verbs ( present verb);IR verbs ( present verb );Verb IR ( to go)
Reflexive verbs
Irregular verbs in the present
Pretérito indefinido ( Past verbs)
Days of the week / Months / seasons of the year
Telling the time and giving directions

For Carolinas' higher level classes the recommended book is ELE Actual A2 Libro del Alumno & CDs (2) New Edition (approx $50-60)

Please note: make sure you check with the college if the course has definitely got the numbers to run before purchasing any text book. The college will not accept responsibility if you have purchased the text book and the course is subsequently cancelled. You can contact us on phone (9970 1000) or email (enquiries@nbcc.nsw.edu.au) to see if the course is running or not.

Virtual Classroom

This course will be delivered using virtual classroom via Zoom. Zoom is easy to use video conferencing software with a simple set up. You will be able to see your trainer and classmates and interact as though you were in the same room, all from the comfort of your own home!

This is what you need to join a Zoom classroom:

• Understanding the basics of using Zoom – see our free Zoom tutorial by clicking here.
• Access to a computer, iPad/tablet or smartphone; and
• A webcam* so that you can be seen by the trainer; and
• A microphone* so that you can participate in the class and be heard by the trainer; and
• A good Internet connection.

*If you have a laptop computer a webcam and microphone is usually built into the top of the screen frame. Smartphones and iPad/tablets also contain cameras and microphones.

Once you have watched our free tutorial and experimented with Zoom, if you still have questions, we are offering free Q & A Zoom sessions with one of our experienced trainers. See our Zoom page for available dates by clicking here.

About the Tutors

Elizabeth Holgado-Vente – Spanish is Elizabeth’s mother tongue. Her experience with languages started in Peru, from where she was born, as a translator of medical texts to and from French. She has a Diploma in French as a Foreign Language (Hon) from the Alliance Francoise, a Certificate in Commercial and Economic French and a Diploma in Business French from the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Paris, France. She is also fluent in Italian and is well acquainted with the German language. Elizabeth has taught Spanish International Baccalaureate in Sydney for some years. She has travelled extensively throughout South and Central America as well as Europe and Asia. She brings to the class knowledge and insights into the different cultures among Spanish speaking people. Elizabeth has taught Spanish for more than 20 years mostly at the Mosman Community College. Teaching gives her a lot of satisfaction.

Carolina Delfino
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