A 15-week course is available in Gozo to learn Spanish, which will consist of three contact hours weekly and 30 minutes of general counselling service, starting in April 2014 until July 2014..

The entry requirements are for applicants to be over 18 year old, there is no particular entry course requirement necessary for this level

The course organiser said that the learning outcomes will be to “recognise frequently written and oral text types such as newspaper headlines, simple manuals, invitations, videos, and so on, and the manner to write basic personal information, organising a trip etc.

“To write, speak personal details, listen to and understand simple utterances delivered slowly and clearly articulated.

“Read and understand short simple sentences, notices and signs. Adopt a positive attitude in communicating in the Spanish language. Recognise and use online sources to Lifelong Learning.”

The methods of teaching will be discussions, participation, presentations, and out-of-class activities.

The general objectives for the course are: Spanish immersion. Speaking, listening, and responding in group discussions and interactions, using internet.

Assessment / Feedback: Initial, on-going assessment and final assessment, maintenance of the Lifelong Learning, oral and written exercises, with a certification/ward presented at the completion of the course.

The tutor for the course is Maria Soledad, Spanish teacher and it will be held at the Sannat Primary and Special Unit, Gozo.

The course dates are: 02/04//2014 – 23/ 07/2014. Days time: Monday 17: 15 – 18:45 – Wednesday 17:15- 18:45. Break time Counselling. Monday 17:00 – Wednesday 17:00. The timetable could change according to the choosing of the group.(Wed 16th – Wed 23rd April Easter Holidays)

The fee for the complete course is €20. Interested applicants can register at the school on the first course lesson, start date of 2nd April.

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