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Spanish is the third most widely spoken language and is used by over 500 million people in Spain and both North and South America. By studying Spanish, ākonga gain insight into a rich history and a variety of cultures and societies that have spanned the globe. Many New Zealanders are choosing to learn Spanish for its importance as both a commercial and cultural language.
Having an understanding of the cultures that surround a language is integral to communicating in that language. This course focuses on authentic Spanish for conversation in a variety of situations in both Latin America and Spain.
There will be many opportunities to speak Spanish throughout, and language skills are also furthered through exercises in listening for understanding, interest and enjoyment. Reading and writing work also helps ākonga develop an appreciation for both the Spanish language and the culture.
New Zealand Scholarship exams are designed to extend very high-achieving Level 3 ākonga. Those who wish to enter the New Zealand Scholarship exam in this subject must discuss this option with their Te Kura subject kaiako.
NCEA Level 2 Spanish or equivalent.
| Standard | Description | Version | Credits | Assessment | L1 Lit/Num | UE Lit/Num | Vocational Pathways |
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| 91568 | Demonstrate understanding of a variety of extended spoken Spanish texts | 2 | 5 | External | SeService Industries recommended standard |
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| 91569 | Give a clear spoken presentation in Spanish that communicates a critical response to stimulus material | 1 | 3 | Internal | |||
| 91570 | Interact clearly using spoken Spanish to explore and justify varied ideas and perspectives in different situations | 1 | 6 | Internal | SeService Industries recommended standard SoSocial and Community Services recommended standard CrCreative Industries recommended standard |
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| 91571 | Demonstrate understanding of a variety of extended written and/or visual Spanish texts | 1 | 5 | External | |||
| 91572 | Write a variety of text types in clear Spanish to explore and justify varied ideas and perspectives | 1 | 5 | Internal | SeService Industries recommended standard |