What Is Better A Spanish Homestay Program Or Spanish Language School Program?
This summer I'm thinking about going to a Spanish speaking country to improve my Spanish. So far I took 3 years of Spanish, so I know pretty well the basics. I want to know the difference between a program in family and school program in Spanish. And what could be better? Thanks
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In most cases a Homestay program is part of a Spanish Language School program.
A Homestay simply means that you will be living with a Spanish speaking family. Living means more than just sharing a room, it also means that you are invited to the family outings (whether it be as simply as grocery shopping, or as cultural as birthday parties or quincenas). You will also be have to speak Spanish all day. The on thing that your Homestay will not include is Spanish lessons.
That is where the Spanish language school programs fit in. Generally Homestays are arranged by the Spanish language school. The idea is that yo study Spanish at the school, improving your Spanish in a interactive academic environment, and then go home to your Homestay and try to implement what you have learned. Spanish language schools also should teach you about the local culture and norms so that you can understand why the locals due what they do.
I hope this helps clarify things.
If the language school program houses you with a Spanish speaking family, that would be the optimum choice. If you would be housed in a dormitory, you would probably be spending too much time around other non-native speakers. If that is the case, you should opt for the homestay.
When I studied in Spain, we had classes with other Americans at the university, but we stayed with families. I know that I learned more and had more conversational practice in the home and in public than what I did in the classes.
I did Spanish at School for ages, like 4 or 5 years, spent just learning the basics, I know, pretty embarassing!
But, about 4 months ago I finally decided to finish what I started!
I bought this online spanish program thingy. It was $99, which might sound alot, but I mean it would’ve cost me WAYY more if I would’ve carried on taking evening classes.
It had videos, audiotapes aswell as loads of ebooks and online games and stuff.
Anyway, I wizzed through it and 8 weeks later, after finishing the course I was chatting to my Spanish half cousin over the phone, this time in her language not mine
Just thought i’d recommend it since I had such success with it.
If you’re interested in the program I used to learn spanish, here’s a link: http://www.Rocketspanish.Fluent-speaking.com
adios, freddie
I am taking Spanish classes via internet with native teachers from South America. I guess the most important thing is that you communicate with native speakers, but also that you have a teacher who can explain Spanish structures and correct you.