Introduction to Spanish and German Through Games

Prerequisite:

Open to students entering grade(s): 6 - 10

Course Description:

This course is designed for students who want to be introduced to Spanish and German in a fun and interactive way. We will use board games and escape rooms to familiarise ourselves with the sounds of these new languages, and we will learn how to speak about ourselves, our families, and our surroundings. Language acquisition will be consistently connected to Hispanic and Germanic cultures and we will look at the work of some Spanish, and German-speaking musicians, writers, and artists.

Learner Outcomes:

Students will:

• Be familiar with a new language and culture
• Increase their confidence in language acquisition 
• Learn new vocabulary and grammar in the context 
• Be able to have a basic conversation in Spanish and German
• Increase their interest in learning about new cultures 

Methodology:

Learning a new language using Gamification facilitates learning in a less formal manner, as they don’t have to describe structures or grammar but learn them embedded in a more authentic and engaging context. This course will focus mainly on the communicative approach and we will emphasize oral interactions as a path to learning in a more meaningful methodology. We will use games such as role-plays, board strategy games, quizzes as well as interactive online escape rooms to learn Spanish and German and Hispanic/Germanic cultures in a fun and engaging manner.