By means of a thematic approach, you will get to know the culture, history, politics and everyday life of Spain and Latin America. You will learn to speak and write at length in Spanish about these aspects of Spanish-speaking cultures and societies. You should expect to engage in whole class discussion, small group work and pair work. You will develop analytical and evaluative skills and improve your level in the four basic language skills of listening, reading, writing and speaking, and you will also have the opportunity to visit Spain on the annual college study trip. Enthusiasm and a commitment to learning are essential to language acquisition at this level.The practical, applied approach to the study of Spanish at this level means that it is useful to students of the arts and sciences alike. The course will enable you to progress on to further study of languages, whilst being equally rewarding for those not intending to pursue the subject beyond AS / A Level.AS LevelThe course will move you on from GCSE covering the skills of reading, writing, speaking and listening. You will also gain a greater knowledge of grammatical structures and so develop accuracy in the language. Teaching is based on a thematic methodology and the language is taught through a variety of contemporary issues, using a range of authentic resources, to support your progress and build up your confidence in the use of language.Unit 1 - Spoken Expression and Response in Spanish (8 - 10 minute assessment)Section A: You respond to questions set by the board on a topic related to your chosen topic area.Section B: You will then engage in a broader discussion of the chosen topicUnit 2 - Understanding and Written Response in Spanish (2 hours 30 mins)Section A: A Listening exam in which you will answer questions on recorded texts.Section B: A reading exam in which you will be required to answer questions in Spanish on a series or written texts.Section C: A writing exam in which you will be required to
Name: Spanish AS Level Qualification title: GCE AS Level in Spanish Qualification type: Assessment Awarding Pearson Education Ltd (Formerly EDEXCEL) Created 20151217 14:05:25 Updated 20151217 14:05:25
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Peter Symonds College: Adult Education
Further Education
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Title: GCE AS Level in Spanish Qualification: GCE AS Level in Spanish Classification: Languages, Literature and Culture