The Course

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, and there is an accompanying Audio CD to help strengthen students' abilities to listen to and speak Spanish. There are twelve tutor-marked assignments.

Key Topics Covered

The course covers the entire syllabus in five modules:

• Preliminary Lessons
• Reading
• Comprehension Skills
• Writing Skills
• Speaking and Listening Skills

Most of the lessons are linked to specific, everyday situations, such as travel bookings, letter writing, giving directions, etc.

The Syllabus

This course prepares students for AQA GCSE Spanish syllabus 3691, for examinations in 2008 and later years. Assessment is by four papers, which test listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. No coursework is required.

Special Requirements

Some basic knowledge of spoken and written Spanish is assumed, although the first module of the course is designed to enable students to brush up on fundamental Spanish vocabulary and grammar.