SPANISH Objective B1

At the end of this learning unit, the student is able to :

• AAC4. Communicate and collaborate, in French and in two foreign languages, both orally and in writing, adapting to one’s interlocutors and the context to be able to function effectively in an international environment.
  • AAC4.2. For 2 foreign languages (English and Dutch or German or Spanish) :
    • communicate orally and in writing clearly, coherently, and fluently on general topics or those related to the field of study;
    • recognise the differences and similarities between the target culture (associated with the language in question) and the home culture, and use appropriate strategies to establish contact with speakers of the target culture. 

• Understand the main points of a conversation in clear, standard language or in a more informal register.
  On familiar topics encountered regularly at work, at school or during leisure activities, including short stories.

• Read clear, factual texts on topics related to their field and interests with a satisfactory level of understanding.

• It is fairly easy to provide a straightforward and uncomplicated description of various topics within one’s field by presenting them as a linear sequence of points.

• Use a wide range of simple language flexibly to cope with most situations likely to arise whilst travelling.
• Can engage in conversation on familiar topics without preparation, express personal opinions and exchange information on familiar topics of personal interest or relevant to everyday life (e.g. family, leisure, work, travel and current affairs).

• Write notes and messages to request or pass on simple information of immediate interest and to convey the points he or she considers important.

• Has sufficient linguistic skills to get by, and enough vocabulary to express themselves—albeit with some hesitation and circumlocutions—on topics such as family, leisure and interests, work, travel and current affairs; however, their limited vocabulary leads to repetition and, at times, even difficulty in formulating their thoughts.