Methodology: Lacunza

Lacunza is part of the prestigious international organization known as International House. Members of this organization use the "Communicative Method" as the foundation for the teaching of languages. This method involves using the students' opinions, feelings and experiences as a resource in the classroom to personalize the language being introduced or practiced. Lacunza encourages pair and group work to help the students to get more practice. This method also requires that each teacher spend time listening to each student and providing a high level of personalized attention to each participant.

Using the "Communicative Method" does not mean that Lacunza ignores thestructures and the grammar of the language. Each morning students will learn and practice new structures as well as extending their skills abilities and increasing and activating their vocabulary. So what is the difference? Well to sum it up - Lacunza makes learning interesting, challenging and fun! Using a wide variety of simulations, role-playing, discussions and language games the school keeps students motivated by keeping them stimulated, and making sure that they practice real skills in preparation for real life situations.

General Spanish classes at Lacunza are available throughout the year and students may enroll at any time. You have the choice of taking group classes, a combination of group and private classes, or strictly private classes. Classes range from beginners to advanced. The average class size is eight and the maximum is twelve allowing each student to get plenty of individual attention to make maximum progress. Private classes are available throughout the year, and the school also offers "Mini group" classes during the summer months.

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