Spanish A level by Distance Learning - The Course
The Spanish A Level is split into two major components - AS and A2. The AS level can be sat in its own right.
Each lesson begins with a set of clearly stated objectives and an explanation of its place in the overall programme of study.
Effective learning is encouraged through frequent activities and self-assessment questions.
There are thirteen tutor-marked assignments (known as TMAs).
Key Topics Covered
The Spanish AS Level covers the syllabus in five modules of the following titles:
AS Level
Module One: Family and Relationships
- Relationships within the family
- Friendships
- Marriage and Partnerships
Module Two: Healthy Living and Lifestyle
- Sport and exercise
- Health and well-being
- Holidays
Module Three: Media
- Communication Technology
- Television
- Advertising
Module Four: Popular Culture
- Cinema
- Music
- Fashion/Trends
Module Five: AS Unit 1 and Unit 2
- Unit 1 - Listening, Reading and Writing Test
- Appendix 1 - Phrases for Essay Writing at AS
- Appendix 2 - CD Listening transcript
- AS Unit 2 - Speaking Test
- Appendix - Questions Personnelles, speaking and writing practice
- French Grammar Section and Verb Tables
A2 Level
The A2 level course consists of two further modules, as follows:
Module Six: Advanced Language Skills
- La Enseñanza en España
- El trabajo y la tecnología
- Igualdad
- El Crimen y el Castigo
- El medio ambiente
- Cataluña
- Language Review
Module Seven: Literature and Culture
- Temas Culturales: Introducción
- Literatura Española y Guerra Civil Española
- Literatura Española Moderna
- Literatura Latinoamericana Moderna
- Regiones Hispanohablantes
The Syllabus
This course prepares candidates for the new AQA Spanish A level syllabus 1651, for examination in 2010-11 and later years. Most candidates will then study the A2 syllabus 2650. The full Advanced Level qualification comprises AS and A2. This syllabus has been chosen because it is the most suitable for distance learning.
Assessment for the AS is based on one 2-hour written paper worth 70% of the final marks and a speaking and listening test worth 30% of the final marks.
At A2 level, similarly, Unit 3 consists of a two-and-a-half hour exam paper worth 110 marks, divided into three different sections: Listening, Reading and Writing (generall) and Writing: Cultural Topics. Unit 4, the speaking test, will last for a total of 35 minutes, 20 of which are preparation time. A total of 50 marks are available for Unit 4. The test itself is divided into two parts: Discussion of a Stimulus Card (5 minutes) and Conversation (10 minutes).
Coursework
There is no coursework.
