AP® Spanish Language Workshop for Teachers in Madrid
Quick Info | |
| Date: | July 7, 2019-July 13, 2019 |
| Price: | 1450 EUR |
| Levels: | New and experienced |
| Type: | Group |
| City: | Madrid |
| Students: | Teacher |
| * See details below | |
INFORMATION ABOUT THIS PROGRAM
This summer institute will familiarize participants with the AP® Spanish Language and Culture course and examination. Topics include:
Curriculum changes and classroom practices necessary to meet the goals of the exam requirements.
Latest teaching resources.
Specific pedagogical techniques.
AP® program goals.
Vertical articulation, as well as the AP®’s thematic approach and its implications for instruction.
During the institute, participants will:
learn strategies to holistically assess their students’ competencies in the target language.
create and share communicative activities for integrating all skills using authentic materials.
modify existing curricula and methodology to articulate an AP® Program in Spanish.
examine the students’ performance.
learn strategies for incorporating literary works from the AP® Spanish Literature reading list and themes into the language curriculum, as well as how to enhance the teaching of the reading.
Participants are invited to bring best practice ideas and activities to share with the group.
Where?
You have the opportunity to do this in the capital city of Spain, Madrid, where you will discover firsthand the best of Spanish museums and art, architecture, food, and music. Get ready for an incredible experience in one of the most exciting European capital cities that never sleeps!
Highlights
Only program for teachers in Spain endorsed by the College Board.
Relaxed balance of class time with complementary cultural and social visits.
First week cultural and social visits. AP® workshop classes start on Monday of the second week. Visits will also be included during the second week of classes.
Earn graduate credits with the University of California at Riverside.
Explore not only Madrid, but other areas of Spain or Europe on the weekend.
Make connections with teachers from the USA, as well as schools worldwide.
- Learn more about this summer instructor: Ken Stewart.
Centro MundoLengua AP® Spanish Language Summer Institute has been endorsed by the College Board. College Board, AP®, Advanced Placement®, Advanced Placement Program®, AP® Vertical Teams, Pre-AP® and the acorn logo are registered trademarks of the College Board. Used with permission.
Day 1: Getting Started with the AP* Spanish Language and Culture Course and Exam.
- Introductions: Warm-up activity.
- Overview and agenda.
- Understanding the modes of communication and how to build proficiency across modes.
- Test-day administration/proctors/equipment/language labs.
- Selecting resources for the course.
- Inclusion of the National Standards and the 5 C’s; Communication, Comparisons, Communities, Cultures and Connections
- Using the AP Themes to develop instructional units of study that integrate the modes of communication.
- Course Planning and Pacing Guides
- What about textbooks and test prep books?
- AP Central and the AP Community.
- Join the AP Spanish Language and Culture AP Community
- The AP Spanish Language and Culture Exam Format: Which areas are most problematic for your students? What strategies do you have in place to help students be successful?
- Section I: Multiple Choice-Interpretive Communication
- Section 2: Free Response-Interpersonal and Presentation Communication
- Essential Questions.
- Lesson planning, scope and sequencing
- Reflection
- Warm up activity.
- Questions regarding homework assignment, share some ideas.
- Working with Essential Questions to develop units of study that integrate the AP Spanish Language and Culture Themes.
- Working with thematic units.
- How many thematic units per quarter/semester will I cover?
- What are the contexts that will be developed in this thematic unit?
- How will I integrate other themes?
- How many units do you cover in one semester?
- How many thematic units per quarter/semester will I cover?
- Developing Written and print interpretive communication; strategies for success.
- To include; charts, graphs, articles, literature
- Strategies for working with charts and graphs.
- Activities/assessments
- Developing Audio, visual and Audio Visual communication, strategies for success.
- To include, radio broadcasts, podcasts, short clips, cortometrajes; films, art.
- How do I integrate and use art in film in my AP Language course?
- Strategies for working with audio, visual and audio visual communication.
- Activities/assessments
- To include, radio broadcasts, podcasts, short clips, cortometrajes; films, art.
- Using graphs, charts and maps.
- Using graphic organizers and mind maps.
- Using authentic literature in the AP Spanish Language and Culture Classroom; reading comprehension strategies.
- Scaffolding poetry and prose.
- Authentic literature; accessible to all students.
- Adapting and scaffolding the AP Literature reading list for Spanish language and at the lower levels.
- Using video in the classroom to enhance thematic units.
- What films are appropriate at this level?
- Lesson planning; a work in progress.
- Preparing a thematic Unit
- Working in small groups to present on the final day; each group will work with a different theme.
- Reflection
Day 3: Developing and integrating the modes of communication; a focus on interpersonal communication.
- Warm up activity.
- Questions regarding homework assignment, share some ideas.
- Developing interpersonal speaking skills.
- Activities/assessments
- Strategies for success.
- Building proficiency
- Scaffolding interpersonal speaking
- Scoring Criteria
- Review and score student samples from the AP Spanish Language and Culture 2019 exam.
- Scaffolding interpersonal writing
- Scoring Criteria
- Review and score student samples from the AP Spanish Language and Culture 2019 exam.
- Developing interpersonal writing skills, activities, assessments, scoring criteria.
- Activities/assessments
- The email
- Strategies for success.
- Building proficiency
- Using and integrating connector words
- Organizational strategies
- Lesson planning; a work in progress.
- Preparing a thematic Unit
- Working in small groups to present on the final day; each group will work with a different theme.
- an outline of a sample unit
- Reflection
Day 4: Developing and integrating the modes of communication; a focus on presentational communication.
- Warm up activity.
- Questions regarding homework assignment, share some ideas.
- Developing presentational writing skills activities, assessments, scoring criteria.
- Activities/assessments
- The persuasive essay
- Strategies for success.
- Building proficiency
- Using and integrating connector words
- Organizational strategies
- Scaffolding presentational writing
- Scoring Criteria
- Review and score student samples from the AP Spanish Language and Culture 2019 exam.
- Review and score student samples from the AP Spanish Language and Culture 2019 exam.
- Scaffolding presentational speaking
- Scoring Criteria
- Review and score student samples from the AP Spanish Language and Culture 2019 exam.
- Other ideas for scoring criteria
- Developing presentational speaking skillsstrategies for success, building proficiency.
- Activities/assessments
- The cultural comparison
- Strategies for success.
- How do we make comparisons?
- Organizational strategies
- Strategies for success.
- Understanding the cultural component and integrating culture into all levels of instruction.
- What is culture? Whose culture? How will this be evaluated?
- How do we scaffold culture?
- How do you transform culture and teach intercultural competence?
- Using the new College Board’s new 2019-2020 support materials
https://apcentral.collegeboard.org/about-ap/news-changes/ap-2019
- AP Question bank / Performance Dashboard
- materials
- Personal Progress Checks
- Course Framework
- Presentations of Thematic Units
- Evaluations & certificates
- Final Words of Wisdom
| TIME | ACTIVITY | |
|---|---|---|
| 6:30 | Time to wake up! | |
| 6:30 - | 7:15 | Shower and dress. |
| 7:15 - | 8:00 | Breakfast in hotel, apartment, etc. |
| 8:00 - | 8:30 | Allow time to walk or take public transport to our center for classes. |
| 8:30 - | 3:00 | Classes at school (Monday-Friday), 6hrs/day with 30 minute break included. |
| 3:00 - | 5:00 | Time for lunch and relaxing. |
| 5:00 - | 5:30 | Allow time to walk or take public transport to our center for afternoon activity. |
| 5:30 - | 7:00 | Afternoon activity: Prado, Reina Sofia, Royal Palace, Thyssen, literary tour, flamenco lessons, cooking classes, etc. |
| 7:00 - | 9:00 | Free time with colleagues before dinner. |
| 9:00 - | 10:00 | Dinner in a restaurant, bar, etc. |
| 10:00- | 12:00 | Group nighttime activities: tapas nights, group dinners, wine tastings, concerts, flamenco shows, outdoor cinema, art and culture expos, etc. |
Centro MundoLengua AP® Spanish Language and Culture Summer Institute has been endorsed by the College Board. College Board, AP®, Advanced Placement®, Advanced Placement Program®, AP® Vertical Teams, Pre-AP® and the acorn logo are registered trademarks of the College Board. Used with permission.
| PROGRAM | DATES | LEVELS | HOUSING | STUDENTS | PRICE |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AP® Spanish Language and Culture for Teachers in Madrid | July 7, 2019-July 13, 2019 | New and experienced | Not included | Individual teachers | €1450 |
What's included?
| Classes | |
| Graduate Credits | |
| Activities | |
| Weekend Excursions | |
| Family Homestay | |
| Airport Transfer | |
| Health Insurance | (Consult with MundoLengua for specific conditions) |
| 24 Hour Support | |
| Airfare |
Dates refer to the expected arrival and departure dates.
Centro MundoLengua AP® Spanish Language and Culture Summer Institute has been endorsed by the College Board. College Board, AP®, Advanced Placement®, Advanced Placement Program®, AP® Vertical Teams, Pre-AP® and the acorn logo are registered trademarks of the College Board. Used with permission.
Do you organize pick-ups at the airport?
Round-trip transport from the airport/train station/bus station is not included. We are happy to help arrange transport, or to provide advice on the best manner in which to reach the city.
Where will the classes take place?
Classes take place just off of the Paseo del Prado, in the Justicia neighborhood. The Colon metro stop is less than 5 minutes away. Salamanca, Malasana, and Chueca are all walking distance. The exact address is Barbara de Braganza 11.
Who are the instructors?
Learn more about this summer instructor: Ken Stewart.
How will the classes work?
The actual classes will not start until Monday of the second week. The first few days after arrival will be to visit the city and several sites of cultural interest. Classes will run from Monday until Friday of the second week, 6 hours per day, for a total of 30 hours.
Are College Board materials included?
College Board materials are included, as well as special materials developed by Centro MundoLengua's professors for our student AP® prep program.
Will I receive a certificate?
All participants will receive a College Board certificate upon completion of the program for the total number of AP® contact hours (30 total).
How does the credit process work?
We have an agreement with the University of California at Riverside. On the first day of class, we will hand out a form to each participant. The fee for these 5.0 quarter units of credit (3 semester hours) has typically hovered around $325-$350 total. Payment can be made by credit card (Visa or MC). There will be some additional work required if you are opting for the credits and the instructors will let you know what is expected.
What about cultural activities?
We will review this program on arrival, but expect to delve into the history of Spain and take back ideas for your students. This is one of the nicest additions to the program and something that cannot be gleaned from sitting in a classroom in the states or abroad doing a similar program. All entrances are included, so there is no need to budget extra money for this. For teachers travelling with spouses, etc., it might be possible for them to join us on certain activities. We will let you know in advance, in addition to any related cost.
How will the cultural activities work?
During the first week, we will organize a series of cultural and social visits for teachers. These will be offered during the morning and afternoon/night. No AP® classes will be offered during the first week. During the second week, we will offer a combination of morning AP® classes and afternoon/night cultural and social visits. Teachers may opt to only follow the second week with classes and activities.
What will I do during the weekend?
The weekend is free for you to plan travel on your own. This is an excellent opportunity to visit Andalusia, southern Portugal or even Lisboa, Morocco, Barcelona, Valencia, etc. The possibilities are endless, as the cities where our programs take place are well connected.
What about housing?
We can help with finding economical hotels/hostals/residences located close to the school. As well, there are plenty of private and shared apartments. Please let us know if you need help.
Can I come with my students?
We do offer programs for both groups and individual students (in case you do not want to travel with a group, but simply want to recommend the program). The two levels being offered for students during the teacher AP® dates are AP® prep Spanish Language and Intermediate Spanish Language and Culture (in Seville). Students will enjoy morning classes, afternoon/night cultural/social/sports activities, weekend travel to Cadiz and Tavira (Portugal), and family homestays with all meals included. It is also possible to organize group trips outside of these dates. Contact us to custom-design your program.
Centro MundoLengua AP® Spanish Language and Culture Summer Institute has been endorsed by the College Board.
College Board, AP®, Advanced Placement®, Advanced Placement Program®, AP® Vertical Teams, Pre-AP® and the acorn logo are registered trademarks of the College Board. Used with permission.
