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Reputable Spanish Immersion Programs

by MaestraSandra

Apr 2, 2009

Hello, I'm interested in finding a summer program to help me improve my Spanish skills. I had heard of specific programs for educators to travel together, internationally, during their summer break, and where they could be immersed in the language and the culture. I have found a couple possible programs online, but I know very little about them and...See More

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MB I just googled the "Spanish Ministry of Education" and found a bunch of program for educators. I studied at the University of Santiago de Compostela in 2004 (as an undergrad) for the summer, and absolutely LOVED it there and the school! they are extremely organized and well-run. I am currently looking into a place to go this summer as well. I heard...See MoreI just googled the "Spanish Ministry of Education" and found a bunch of program for educators. I studied at the University of Santiago de Compostela in 2004 (as an undergrad) for the summer, and absolutely LOVED it there and the school! they are extremely organized and well-run. I am currently looking into a place to go this summer as well. I heard on the Spanish teachers chat that Antonio Nebrija University in Madrid is very good. Then I heard on that same forum about OleSpain - a free homestay program (you pay 180 Euro administrative costs) to live for a minimum of two weeks with a host family. They provide room and board in exchange for 3-4 hours of English language practice at meal time. YOu then are free to take classes, and your weekends are your own. I have included my direct link (above) if you would like to continue to share what we both find since we're looking for basically the same thing! Oh - there's also the Universidad Autonoma de Guadalajara, Mexico. You can study there for only 350 USD plus 425 USD single occ. homestay for a month. The school was good, I learned a LOT about the subjunctive! but, I didn't like the Americanization of the city -- it looked like Long Island, NY! Since I grew up there, I didn't feel as though I was in Mexico, and my homestay had 3 other Americans, and all the college boys who also lived there spoke English, so there was a lot of English being spoken in the home, in the classroom (with ALL Americans! - in Spain you are in class with all European nationalities, so you are forced to speak Spanish - the one common language) My SPanish was rusty but it was also my fault that I succumbed to the English speakers in Mexico. let me know if you find anything else good! ~~mary Beth

On 4/02/09, MaestraSandra wrote: > Hello, I'm interested in finding a summer program to help > me improve my Spanish skills. I had heard of specific > programs for educators to travel together, internationally, > during their summer break, and where they could be immersed > in the language and the culture. I have found a couple > possible programs online, but I know very little about them > and if I'm going to be paying a lot of money AND traveling > to a foreign country I like to be sure it was with a > trustworthy company. If anyone has any suggestions for > programs I would greatly appreciate it. Thanks!!!

Apr 4, 2009

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Travel Co Declares Bankruptcy

by SpTeacher

May 12, 2009

I have not received written notification, but the company had a voice mail message when I called to speak to a rep today. Has anyone ever been in this situation? Please advise. I have traveled with students before with other companies, but this is a new dilemma for me. Help!

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Rene L. On 5/12/09, SpTeacher wrote: > I have not received written notification, but the company > had a voice mail message when I called to speak to a rep > today. Has anyone ever been in this situation? Please > advise. I have traveled with students before with other > companies, but this is a new dilemma for me. Help!

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Jul 15, 2009

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Voyageur

by Nick H

May 13, 2009

lease call me on 415-694-1897. We are able help.

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Who are you, Nic H?

by Becki

May 14, 2009

Nic H, I've seen your name now on two sites where Voyageur's bankruptcy is being discussed. Can you enlighten chatters about who you are?

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Experience the world without leaving home

by byw

May 22, 2009

Loving host families are needed for AFS high school exchange students to arrive in the fall for the 2009-10 school year. Experience the world without leaving home. Contact your AFS regional office at 1-800-876-2377 or call 1-800-AFS-INFO to see which students still need host families. To begin the application process fill out the form A on line at ...See More

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spanish exchange - short term in Sept 2009

by Sue B.

May 27, 2009

Hello Teachers - I am posting in an effort to find teachers/schools that would be interested in hosting a group in September from Spain for 3 weeks - I have been working with schools organizing short term group visits and travel for many years, and would be happy to put you in touch with any of these schools for references if you would like.
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Costa Rica Study Abroad

by Brandon Clay

Jun 1, 2009

For the last six years I have taken 35-45 seniors per year to Costa Rica. We use ACR Tours to plan the entire trip while in Costa Rica for 10 days. The main activities include horseback riding, ziplines through the jungle canopy, guided tours in the jungle, white water rafting, relaxing in hot springs, cultural experiences with local people, pinepp...See More

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New Blog about Student Travel

by TC77

Jun 10, 2009

I am starting to write about my experience with student travel. I would love to hear other stories, and, please, feel free to read and comment on what I am writing. :)

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