Spain Inside Out (Beginner)

As seen on ABC TV

Take a fresh look at Spain from the interior to the coast through the eyes cf Robert Elms, journalist and Spanish enthusiast, and Inka Marti, top Spanish TV presenter. Robert spends time in his two favourite Spanish cities; Madrid and Seville, stopping off in Toledo and Cordoba on the way. Inka explores the most 'Spanish' aspects of the southern coast, from Granada, through Malaga to Cadiz and on to the magnificent Costa de la Luz. In both Spanish and English.

5 x 30 minute videos

 

Voces Espanolas (Beginner)

This series was inspired by a three year Internet project coordinated by the Humanities Education Centre in London. The young people in Voces Espanolas communicate in their common language - Spanish, using the internet to present developmental, environmental and cultural issues. Featuring Guatemalan children who live and work with their families around the rubbish dumps of Guatemala City; Saharawi people homeless since Morocco invaded their country in 1975; The Institute of Peace Studies and Conflict Resolution within the university of Granada, Spain and The Humanities Education Centre who worked with local schools to establish links with the aforementioned groups.

1 x 75 minute video, teacher`s booklet, A2 colour poster

 

Isabel (Intermediate)

Isabel is the central character in this drama series. Her daydreaming and experiences form the core of the video. Teenage lifestyle issues and family problems are tackled in a humourous and imaginative style with the aim of motivating learners and reassuring them that they can listen to Spanish with success and enjoyment. Isabel has proved popular with 14 to 16 year olds because it provides a fresh new approach to the language, presents engaging situations to which they can relate their own lives and uses humour and character to motivate.

1 x 100 minute video, teacher's notes, full transcripts, 30 x photocopy masters