1. METHODOLOGY AND MATERIALS
The
aim of the INSTITUTO DE ESPAÑOL "COSTA RICA" is
to enable students to really communicate in the Spanish
language. For this reason our methodology is based on a
new concept of TOTAL IMMERSION in the Spanish language.
All materials integrate Spanish language education in the
four linguistic abilities: speaking, comprehension, reading
and writing.
For this purpose we developed our own teaching materials
including discussions, role plays, listening exercises, newpapers,
literature and videos. Daily life situations, like restaurants
or supermarkets or the post office, as well as idiomatic
expressions and special terms are incorporated in every level
to assure 100% communication success.
At
the end of our courses students leave our programs
equipped with a knowledge of Spanish that is useful, culturally
applicable, and long-lasting. Programs explore the language
as it is used in today’s Spanish speaking communities.
2. TEACHING STAFF
Highly-qualified teachers with university degrees guarantee
the best learning result. Our teachers enjoy their profession
because they consider it a vocation!
We put emphasis on PERSONALIZED ATTENTION TO EACH STUDENT!
3. THE COURSES
We are experienced in teaching all levels, from beginners
to the most advanced. Our lessons take place in small groups
consisting of normally two or three students, which guarantees
learning success in a familiar atmosphere.
Also covered at these levels are socio-cultural, historical,
economic and political aspects of Cost Rica and Latin America,
in a current context at no additional cost.
Special programs with excursions give students the opportunity
to improve their knowledge of the Spanish language and to
get to know the country and the people from all points of
view.
KINDS OF COURSES
a) Group
classes
 All
year through, the INSTITUTO DE ESPAÑOL"COSTA
RICA" offers group classes in all levels. After
the placement test students are incorporated in the group
corresponding his/her knowledge of Spanish.
We teach in SMALL GROUPS assuring the PERSONALIZED ATTENTION
to our students’ needs.
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b) Individual
classes
 These classes are designed
for all of those participants who have a limited amount
of time and therefore need to attain communication success
as soon as possible.
The themes of the teaching material as well as rhythm of learning are determined
by the student.
The exclusive attention of the teacher is the key to success and above-average
learning progress.
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c) Special
courses
- Medical Spanish
- Spanish for legal purposes
- Business Spanish
- Spanish for Missionaries and Religious institutions
- Spanish for Teachers
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Our courses with emphasis on
professional vocabulary are designed for specific professional
needs and enable students to deal with basic terminology up
to high professional details. If you are a doctor, engineer,
lawyer or deal with similar fields in your profession, these
courses will open the door to your work world equipped with
the linguistic ability you need!
If desired, we assist in contacting specialists in your
professional field.
4.STARTING DATES
NEW COURSES START EVERY MONDAY! Alternative starting dates
can be arranged.
5. DURATION
Our courses allow students to attend classes for as long
as they want, with a minimum of one week.
6. EXAMS
The
INSTITUTO DE ESPAÑOL "COSTA RICA" is
one of the few schools in Costa Rica where it is possible
for students to take an examination according to the
guidelines of the American Council for the Teaching
of Foreign Languages (ACTFL).
7.CERTIFICATE OF ATTENDANCE
At the end of the course, all students receive a certificate
of attendance AT NO ADDITIONAL EXPENSE specifying the level
and number of classes attended.
