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Frequently Asked Questions

• What textbooks are used in Spanish classes?

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  Spanish classes use the Aula Internacional series by New Edition. Beginners levels (1-4) use Aula Internacional 1, Pre-Intermediate levels use Aula Internacional 2, Lower Intermediate uses Aula Internacional 3, and Upper Intermediate uses Aula Internacional 4. Each level covers specific units with integrated grammar, vocabulary, functional language, and cultural content.

• How are Italian classes structured across different proficiency levels?

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  Italian Connections offers a progression from Beginners (for those with no prior Italian knowledge) through Post Beginners, Intermediates, and Advanced levels. All classes use interactive teaching methods including role-plays, listening activities, innovative textbooks, songs, video extracts, and games. Classes also incorporate discussion of Italian culture and traditions alongside language instruction.

• What specific skills will I develop in Spanish Beginners classes?

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  Spanish Beginners 1 focuses on introductions, greetings, and basic classroom communication. By Beginners 2, you learn shopping, family discussions, and daily routines. Beginners 3 covers restaurant experiences, directions, and past experiences. Beginners 4 develops skills in describing neighborhoods, asking for directions, and discussing preferences. Each level builds on acquired grammar and functional communication skills.

• Are there specialized Spanish courses available?

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  Yes. Spanish for Travellers is a short course covering practical topics: greetings, directions, hotel reservations, transport, shopping, and restaurant ordering. There is also a free Introduction to Spanish Workshop for absolute beginners. Additionally, Spanish IB Ab Initio Year 12 Introduction and VCE preparation courses are available for secondary students.

• What teaching methods are used across language classes?

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  Classes use a range of interactive methods including role-plays, listening activities, worksheets, games, discussion, puzzles, reading, writing, problem-solving, and video extracts. Italian Connections specifically incorporates songs and video extracts. English Conversation Groups emphasize strategies for developing conversational confidence in day-to-day activities and understanding Australian culture.

• Are conversation groups available, and what are they like?

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  Yes. The English Conversation Group focuses on speaking practice in a friendly, relaxed environment using worksheets, games, discussion, puzzles, reading, writing, and role-plays to develop conversational confidence. The German Conversation Group covers German culture, travel, and customs and is suitable for intermediate or higher speakers. Both groups provide ongoing practice beyond structured courses.