In 7th and 8th grade, students are enrolled in a 6-week exploratory Spanish course. They learn basic vocabulary words and phrases that facilitate a smooth transition into a year-long Spanish I course upon entering high school. Through the use of communication activities, cooperative games, individual practice, and audiovisual materials, middle schoolers learn how to greet others, introduce themselves, describe basic actions, and also receive an introduction to the Hispanic culture and countries that speak Spanish.
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