The content is presented in an intensive and friendly way. Opportunities are provided for students to communicate and gain confidence in speaking Spanish. A cultural knowledge is also incorporated as it is important for students to be aware of some traditions, beliefs and behaviours they will experience while in Spanish-speaking countries. Inside this cultural approach, topics to be included are:
- Knowing the alphabet
- Pronunciation
- Introductions – How to introduce yourself
- How to explain where you are coming from
- Be aware of necessary courtesy vocabulary
- Numbers – To be able to recognise and say amounts
- Shopping – specific transactions to do some shopping
- Eating – going to restaurants
- Directions – ask for directions
- Health issues – going to the doctor