International Language & Culture Programs Designed for Teens
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| Program Information |
Teaching Materials
Over the 25 years of its existence, the school staff and administration have developed a highly effective teaching system which has been made into a series of textbooks. These books form the basis of most of the teaching but they are also supplemented by other materials drawn from TV, radio, music, magazines, etc. The books contain a progressive series of lessons with integrated exercises and homework, each of which are intended to form one day's work.
Method
Although the teaching is essentially "communicative" and students are encouraged to speak Spanish from day 1, the school ensures that students gain a good understanding of the grammar and structure of the language. The teachers have been trained in both traditional and more modern teaching methods and frequently use role-plays, suggestopedic methods, rhythm exercises and word games.
Over the 25 years of its existence, the school staff and administration have developed a highly effective teaching system which has been made into a series of textbooks. These books form the basis of most of the teaching but they are also supplemented by other materials drawn from TV, radio, music, magazines, etc. The books contain a progressive series of lessons with integrated exercises and homework, each of which are intended to form one day's work.
Method
Although the teaching is essentially "communicative" and students are encouraged to speak Spanish from day 1, the school ensures that students gain a good understanding of the grammar and structure of the language. The teachers have been trained in both traditional and more modern teaching methods and frequently use role-plays, suggestopedic methods, rhythm exercises and word games.
Classrooms
Each classroom is equipped with comfortable classroom furniture and blackboards.
Self-Access Study Center
An excellent new facility created to help students practice and revise individually identified areas of weakness or specific need. It is equipped with video and audio, worksheets, graded readers and reference books.
Video Rooms
Three video rooms are available for showing prerecorded videos which are integrated into the teaching program.
Language Laboratory
The school has a 10-booth fully interactive Tandberg Language Laboratory which is used for intensive listening practice. In addition, they have high quality radio/cassette recorders for use in the classrooms.
Cinema
The school cinema is used for showing Spanish-version feature films in the evenings -an excellent way to improve your Spanish.
Cafeteria
Serves freshly cooked fish, meat and pasta dishes at very reasonable prices.
Cafe
This is the meeting point for most of the students. It is not only a place to meet, drink and chat (in Spanish!), but you can also play chess, dominoes, pool, etc.
Sun Terraces, Swimming Pool
There are 2 large sun terraces for relaxation and for doing your homework in the open air. One of these is by the side of the swimming pool. For those who prefer to sun-bathe on the beach, this is only 15 minutes walk away.
Each classroom is equipped with comfortable classroom furniture and blackboards.
Self-Access Study Center
An excellent new facility created to help students practice and revise individually identified areas of weakness or specific need. It is equipped with video and audio, worksheets, graded readers and reference books.
Video Rooms
Three video rooms are available for showing prerecorded videos which are integrated into the teaching program.
Language Laboratory
The school has a 10-booth fully interactive Tandberg Language Laboratory which is used for intensive listening practice. In addition, they have high quality radio/cassette recorders for use in the classrooms.
Cinema
The school cinema is used for showing Spanish-version feature films in the evenings -an excellent way to improve your Spanish.
Cafeteria
Serves freshly cooked fish, meat and pasta dishes at very reasonable prices.
Cafe
This is the meeting point for most of the students. It is not only a place to meet, drink and chat (in Spanish!), but you can also play chess, dominoes, pool, etc.
Sun Terraces, Swimming Pool
There are 2 large sun terraces for relaxation and for doing your homework in the open air. One of these is by the side of the swimming pool. For those who prefer to sun-bathe on the beach, this is only 15 minutes walk away.
| Program At A Glance |
The Program Includes:
- 4 levels available: Beginner, Elementary, Intermediate, Advanced.
- 15 lessons of Spanish classes with native qualified teachers, Monday through Friday, 45 minutes each lesson.
- Small groups of 8-10 students.
- Accommodation in the Student Residence in a shared room, daily maid service, linen changed once a week, and access to the on-site cafeteria, pool, cinema, and computer lab with free internet and e-mail.
- Use of Self-access Study & Multi-media Centre.
- Activity Program
- Introductory party and tour of Malaga.
- Program of social, cultural and sporting events each morning, Monday through Friday.
- 1 full-day excursion every 2 weeks.
- Free Flamenco & Aerobics classes upon request.
- Optional Sports Program:
+ Beach Volleyball
+ Table-Tennis
+ Self Defense Classes
+Basketball
- Class material and course books.
- Certificate of Attendance.
- Arrival transfer from Malaga airport.
- NRCSA emergency insurance for program dates in the foreign country.
- Meals if lodging in the Student Residence
- Homestay single room with 2 meals daily add $60/wk.
- Pocket money
| Admissions & Academic Credit |
Students aged 16-20 years old are welcome to attend, regardless of educational background, occupation or nationality. No previous knowledge of Spanish is required.
Students desiring credit for their study should contact their home school or request the NRCSA Credit Fact Sheet. Generally, U.S. schools consider 15 hours of study to be equal to 1 semester credit.
Examinations / Certificates
There are regular internal examinations to assess the progress of each student. Examinations are held every 2 weeks during lesson time. Assuming the students attends classes regularly he/she will also receive a Certificate of Attendance.
Students desiring credit for their study should contact their home school or request the NRCSA Credit Fact Sheet. Generally, U.S. schools consider 15 hours of study to be equal to 1 semester credit.
Examinations / Certificates
There are regular internal examinations to assess the progress of each student. Examinations are held every 2 weeks during lesson time. Assuming the students attends classes regularly he/she will also receive a Certificate of Attendance.
P.O. Box 1393 Milwaukee, WI 53201 USA
Tel: (202) 338-5927 Fax: (414) 271-8884 E-Mail: study@teensabroad.com


