All of the classes are taught via video, but the lessons are very hands-on. You can also expect lots of music and movement! Mom offers a series of fantastic homeschool curriculum boxes in several languages that the whole family can enjoy. There are 9 total in the series. However, the resources are extremely high quality and thousands of families have joined the Talkbox. Mom family. You get access to this private support group and a native speaker app.
The whole concept is that you are learning a language together as life happens with the visual aids of vocabulary guides, flashcards and fun activities.
So parents are supposed to partake, although older children would be able to use the materials independently too. Most of the materials are printed but you do need to use an app to hear the native speaker pronunciation and track your progress. Charlotte Mason Simple Spanish is a full year, unit program inspired by the pedagogy of Charlotte Mason. The curriculum incorporates authentic latinx songs, poetry, Gouin series, living literature, Bible verses and psalms with an overall focus on nature.
It does not rely on a course hosting platform nor high tech, which I believe allows the founders to keep the prices very affordable.
When you purchase the curriculum you receive a Google Drive link with all the materials. Sarah guides you in how to approach the curriculum and provides both informal and formal lessons. The native speaker audios through QR codes allow for the focus to stay on listening and speaking the language. Empowering all families to learn Spanish together without relying on a screen.
Hands on learning, songs and lots of nature play! Con Mi Familia is a beautiful play-based Spanish course for beginners aged Created by founder Naomi Noyes, a former Elementary teacher, this course is the perfect companion for any nature-loving mamas remember that book I recommended above?
This course has recently been leveled up! For the quantity of resources you receive in each weekly lesson bundle, the value of this course is truly unbeatable. Naomi does a beautiful job of encouraging you throughout your journey on this course, and she is very open to the fact that this course is hands-on! Although it is low prep, it does rely heavily on your involvement. A weekly pronunciation lesson is included to support you, as the grown-up, in learning the language alongside your children.
We have been avid fans for months now! Instead, Fluenz aims to connect the Spanish language to culturally significant events and real-world conversational situations.
During testing, our reviewers found Fluenz has a good combination of auditory and visual lessons. You can then play the conversation back and compare your accent to that of a native speaker. Pimsleur is a great option if you like learning by listening. The linguist developed program helps you learn Spanish by filling your ears with it. Yup, the lessons are all about conversations which you listen to and are guided by your teacher as you go, breaking everything down clearly.
While this is great for audio learners, it won't use games or visualisations much, so for anyone that prefers that then this won't be for you. Anyone that benefits from listening will find the level of detail here is impressive with phonology, morphology, syntax and semantics all covered. Intervals are graduated allowing you to spot what's coming next and progress steadily. By using words and phrases you've already learned this helps to refresh your memory and cement learning for effective longer term results.
The lack of visuals isn't ideal as it means you're learning how the word sounds only, without correct spelling. A such this could be used as a complimentary learning service for the best possible end results. This gets you , minute daily exercises with some basic flashcards and games too.
We especially liked the sentence builder activity that gives you an English sentence and a jumble of Spanish words necessary to make the proper translation. In addition, it has flashcard exercises to help you learn vocabulary. Like those popular platforms, it offers an easy way to dip in and out of classes with a modern, easy-to-navigate interface.
Other features that cost a little extra include the option for live sessions with tutors and the ability to have an advanced speaker comment on and correct your lessons. We liked that this platform offers you the chance to work seamlessly across different devices, as your progress is saved to a profile rather than a specific gadget, so you can switch between your laptop and phone.
However, we did miss the option to download content, which is only available with a premium subscription.
We tested these learning resources simply by using them. We spent at least a week with each platform, trying all of the features and testing the tools available.
Afterwards, we ranked the platforms according to things like ease of use, clarity of explanations, interactive elements, and pricing. That said, there are a few grammar quirks to this language. Much like French, Spanish has a complicated set of rules when it comes to its grammar, with lots of different verb tenses. We interviewed Shannon Kennedy, a language encourager for Fluent in 3 Months , about the primary advantages of using software to learn a language instead of face-to-face instruction.
She told us e-learning affords you the ability to work at your own pace without the need to coordinate two calendars to arrange a lesson or meetup. But with software, you have a little more time to reflect and respond. One disadvantage of e-learning compared to classroom instruction is the need to be self-motivated. Learning Spanish for business travel comes with important motivating factors, like avoiding awkward conversations with important colleagues, but it also requires you to learn specific topics quickly.
We asked Shannon which features of learning software make it easier to learn quick and conversational topics for business travel. We graded each program we tested based on how easy it was to download and install, as well as how easy the software made it to find and continue lessons. The best programs we tested are easy to login into or download and have clearly laid out learning paths. However, you can also purchase some programs outright.
These applications are installed on your computer from a downloaded app from a trusted retailer or the manufacturer. This type of program is a good option if you want to share learning software with other members of your family or if you know it will take you quite a while to reach your fluency goal. Programs like Rosetta Stone and Duolingo have companion apps that allow you to learn on the go. The mobile apps look a bit different than their desktop applications, but manufacturers update app content more frequently, and you can take lessons in them during your spare time.
Some of the programs we tested, like Fluenz, allow you to download flashcards or lessons to your mobile device via their app. That way, you can practice without using Wi-Fi or cellular data. But some of the online learning courses do offer you the chance to chat with other students, which is a nice touch and gives you the chance to recreate a classroom feel.
Spanish podcasts Our favorite Spanish-learning podcast, News in Slow Spanish, is listed in the guide above. Spanish Obsessed Covering a wide range of topics, this podcast series is made up of minute episodes, which have all been categorized into fluency levels.
It features chats with native speakers from Latin American and South America, so it can help you tune your ear to different accents. Audiria This free Spanish podcast has a great selection of topics for beginner and advanced students alike. Each episode is organized by difficulty level and includes tests and exercises to keep you engaged.
There are more than 80 learning episodes designed mostly for beginner and intermediate students. With over 18 years experience in both online and print journalism, Andy has worked for a host of world-leading tech and gaming brands, including PC Gamer and GamesRadar.
He specializes in photography, technology and smart home, and has provided expert comment for sites like The Guardian. What is his or her experience with foreign languages?
What are your goals for this year - do you want to introduce the student to vocabulary or do you want to include grammar in the lessons? What is your budget for foreign language instruction? Make a list of your expectations and what you would like the child to get out of the Spanish homeschooling lessons before continuing. The idea behind the program involves immersing the student in the language. This all is great especially because the program appeals to all three types of learners.
The problem with Rosetta Stone at least, it was for me when I was considering Spanish curriculum options is the price. If not, there are other options. For younger students, you might want to look at the program, Pasaporte Al Espanol. The program is geared for students in first through sixth grade, and thus would not be appropriate for older students. You can purchase the homeschooling kit, which comes with everything that you need for three steps. Parents should also be aware that this program is produced by Bob Jones University Press, so those with philosophical or religious differences this is a born-again, evangelical Christian publisher , may not want to use this program.
Power-Glide is another popular curriculum for learning foreign languages.
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