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Frequently Asked Questions

• What textbooks are used in Spanish beginner classes?

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  Spanish beginner classes use Aula Internacional 1 - New Edition. Beginners 1 covers Units 0-3, Beginners 2 covers Units 4-5, Beginners 3 covers Units 6-7, and Beginners 4 covers Units 8-9 plus additional units on making plans. This standardized textbook ensures consistent progression across all beginner levels.

• Which Italian classes are available for complete beginners?

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  Italian Connections offers Italian for Beginners courses at multiple locations including Avalon and Crows Nest (Monday Daytime). These courses are designed for students who have never studied Italian or know only a few words or phrases. Classes use interactive methods including role-plays, listening activities, songs, video extracts, and games, combined with cultural discussion.

• Are there online language class options available?

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  Yes, online classes are available. Italian Connections offers Advanced Thursday Daytime (ONLINE) and Intermediates Monday Daytime ONLINE. These maintain the same interactive teaching approach as in-person classes with qualified instructors.

• What can I expect to learn in the Spanish for Travellers course?

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  The Spanish for Travellers course covers practical communication skills for Spanish-speaking countries. Topics include: greetings and basic personal information, giving and asking for directions, making hotel reservations, transport, shopping, and food ordering at restaurants. The course is designed as a short program to build confidence for travel, with student testimonials confirming its effectiveness.

• How do Italian Connections teachers maintain quality instruction?

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  All Italian Connections teachers are highly qualified and receive regular training. Their instruction focuses on interactive learning methods including speaking, listening, role-plays, games, and discussion of Italian culture, politics, history, and literature alongside language instruction.

• What language conversation groups are available?

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  Conversation groups include English Conversation Group (currently on break in Term 1 2026), German Conversation Group (suitable for intermediate or higher knowledge, meeting on first Wednesday of February and March, then Mondays from April with monthly gold coin donation), and Italian conversation components integrated into regular classes at various proficiency levels.