Description
Our training course is not academic, but a practical experience and immersive for Spanish teachers (in training or active), in which they will participate in actual lessons, workshops, and collaborative activities for two weeks. You will learn innovative methodologies (gamification, AI, digital tools) and work with students of different levels and ages, alongside native teachers.
It takes place in Benalmádena (Costa del Sol), with the possibility of Erasmus+ funding as well as cultural and social activities.
COURSE CONTENT AND STRUCTURE
Job Shadowing: Active observation of real classes with international students to learn about different levels, profiles, and teaching styles.
Mentored classes: Preparation and delivery of a real class under the guidance of a teacher-tutor, with personalized feedback.
Presentations: Presentation of an innovative teaching proposal based on a classroom methodology or project.
Final practical workshop: Application of elements designed in the exhibitions in a practical class.
Thematic sessions: Workshops on key aspects of teaching Spanish.
Level assessment: Guided practices for assessing students' competencies and assigning them to the most suitable group according to their level.
What are you taking?
- Real classes with international students.
- Practical and dynamic workshops.
- New tools for the classroom (film, AI, music, games...).
- Personalised feedback and materials included.
Take your teaching to the
Next level!
The course includes a certificate of participation, two cultural activities, social events for networking among teachers, and Spanish improvement classes for non-native teachers. If they wish, participants can also join other cultural, social, and academic activities organized by the school during their stay.
Questions and Answers
These courses for professionals are available all year round.
It is a practical and immersive experience. Forget boring lectures; here you will take part in real classes, collaborative workshops, and group dynamics so that you learn by doing, alongside our team of native teachers.
This is one of the most valuable parts: you will carry out active observation of real classes with international students. This will allow you to see firsthand how different levels, student profiles, and teaching styles are managed.
Yes, the program includes tutored classes. You will prepare and deliver a real session under the guidance of a teacher-tutor, who will then give you personalized feedback to help you polish your skills and gain confidence in the classroom.
Yes. The course includes training in innovative methodologies, such as the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the classroom, gamification, digital tools, film, and music to make your future classes much more dynamic and current.
Yes, our course for teachers in Benalmádena meets the requirements to be funded through Erasmus+ funds. It is an excellent opportunity for teachers from all over Europe to continue their training with us on the Costa del Sol.
Yes, the program includes two cultural activities and specific social events for the exchange of experiences between teachers.
It is not necessary; all teaching materials are included. We will provide you with the tools and resources needed for your presentations and for the final practical workshop where you will present your innovative teaching proposal.
We offer accommodation in local host families and shared apartments in the city of Benalmádena. You can choose the option that best suits your in-person stay with us.
Yes, we select accommodation that has good transport links to our school in Benalmádena.
Depending on the option chosen in Benalmádena, you'll have services such as Wi-Fi and access to communal areas included. For families, you can opt for half board or full board to focus exclusively on your intensive morning course.
It's not necessary. The school and accommodation are very well connected. Benalmádena is a city with an excellent bus and train network.
The commuter train is the quickest and most direct option to Benalmádena.
Maravillas Language School is located in the centre (Arroyo de la Miel), about a 15-minute walk from the beach.
Yes, all our accommodation options (the Aparthotel and host families) are within walking distance or a very short public transport journey.