Lang Carousel Day 8th Jan 2026

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LANGUAGE CAROUSEL

SPANISH

Exploring Spanish: your Journey starts in MYP2!

Are you considering to choose Spanish?

My parents will decide for me

Yes

No

I don't know yet

If students don't have a laptop yet, we can ask them randomly or by raising their hands.

What do I already know about the Spanish language...?

The Spanish language comes from...

1. French
2. Latin
3. Greek
4. I don't know

Origins of the Spanish language

The Spanish language is spoken world-wide by...

1. 500 million people
2. 32 million people
3. 100 million people
4. I don't know

Spanish speakers world-wide...

According to the Cervantes Institute report, almost 500 million people have Spanish as their mother tongue (6.2% of the world's population).

"El español en el mundo 2023" (Spanish in the world 2023)

Words that I already know in Spanish

Match: Spanish/Latin-american cuisine...

Churros

Asado argentino

Paella

Tacos

Match: Famous Spanish-speaking people

Penélope Cruz (actress)

Mesi (football player)

"El profesor" from Money Heist

Felipe (King of Spain)

Shakira (singer)

Why should I learn Spanish?

More reasons...

It's a great asset for your cv.

It opens doors to new cultures and opportunities.

It's the official language in 21 countries and the 2nd most spoken language in the USA.

It's the official language in many international organizations like the IB.

It's very useful when travelling to Spain or South America for holidays.

What will we do in  MYP2 Spanish?

          In the first term all students will be in Emergent level (phase 1 or 2).

           You'll start with basic vocabulary and phrases and we will build up from there.
           Interactive activities: Games, role-plays, and projects will be part of your learning.

        Cultural understanding: We will explore Spanish-speaking countries and traditions.

Assessments in MYP2

In class we will work with the 4 skills, which we group as follows:

Criterion A: Listening

Criterion B: Reading

Criterion C: Speaking

Criterion D: Writing

More on assessments

Assessments will include quizzes, presentations, and projects and of course regular assessments.                                                                                                     Every term you will:

          Do formative tasks for each criterion (A, B, C and D).

           Receive feedback for your formatives tasks and reflect on this feedback.

           Be assessed twice per criterion (A, B, C and D).

           Develop ATL skills that will help your performance in class and in real life.

Spanish in MYP3

         You'll expand your vocabulary and tackle a bit more complex grammar structures.

        Same structure as MYP2 for formative tasks, summative assessments and ATL skills.

       At the end of the year, students either stay in Emergeny level or advance to Capable.

Spanish in MYP4

             We focus on fluency and deeper cultural insights.

             We will cover topics such as Healthy habits, education,                      environment and travelling and...

                                     We go...to SPAIN!

Spanish in MYP5

           If you reach the Capable level at the end of MYP5, you can study Spanish B SL/HL in DP*

           Prepare for personal projects and further studies.

*In some cases you can study Spanish B SL  coming from Emergent. 

Student's testimonials

Amay

Layla

Neel

Freda

When do I really have to decide?

At the end of January you and your parents will receive a Google Form, where you need to indicate your final choice. Make sure to fill in this form together with your parents.

Are changes allowed?

             Students study the chosen language from MYP2 to MYP5/DP.

             Language changes, except in very special circumstances, will not be allowed.

Q&A

For further questions please email the Language Acquisition Coordinator at: [e-mail]