Intermediate students of Spanish will be able to enhance their skills
Once finishing this course students will learn the following:
Grammar:
Verb Tenses:
Preterite and imperfect (past tenses)
Perfect tenses (present perfect, past perfect)
Future tenses (simple future, near future)
Conditional tenses (simple conditional, perfect conditional)
Subjunctive Mood:
Present subjunctive
Imperfect subjunctive
Other Grammatical Concepts:
Reflexive verbs
Reciprocal verbs
Indirect object pronouns
Gerunds and infinitives
Adverbial clauses
Relative clauses
Vocabulary:
Everyday Topics:
Family, friends, and relationships
Work and school
Hobbies and interests
Travel
Health and wellness
Food and dining
Shopping
Housing
More Advanced Topics:
Current events
Politics
Business
Technology
Arts and Culture
Science
History
Conversation Skills:
Expressing Opinions and Feelings:
Agreeing and disagreeing
Giving advice
Making suggestions
Complaining
Apologizing
Telling Stories and Narratives:
Using past tenses to describe events
Using time expressions
Using connectors to link ideas
Discussing Complex Topics:
Debating current events
Analyzing literature and film
Discussing abstract concepts
Cultural Knowledge:
Spanish-Speaking Countries:
Geography
History
Culture
Customs
Traditions
Spanish Language Varieties:
Dialects and accents
Slang and colloquialisms
Who can take this course?
1. Travelers
2. Business people
3. Latin American Literature fans
4. Spanish Film & TV fans
5. Spanish Music fans or lovers
6. Cooking fans interested in Hispanic or Spanish cooking
Requirements to take this course:
1- A basic knowledge of the target language is needed before taking this course.
How long does this course last?
The maximum duration of a basic intermediate Spanish course can vary depending on several factors, including:
Course intensity: Some courses are more intensive than others, with more hours of instruction per week.
Student's prior knowledge: If you already have solid Spanish language skills, you may be able to complete this course in a shorter period.
Course format: In-person courses typically have a set schedule, while online courses may offer more flexibility.
However, here are some general estimates:
In-person group courses: These typically range from 20 to 60 hours, spread over several weeks or months.
Online self-paced courses: These can be completed at your own pace, but may take a few weeks to several months.