The communicative teaching method

At the don Quijote schools we use an interactive method of teching based on learning by practice. The emphasis is on conversation but, of course, we also pay attention to grammar, reading, listening and writing. Grammar is one of the building blocks of a language but as much as possible is central to the continuous interaction between teacher and student. don Quijote has refined the communicative teaching method continuously through years of experience and constantly evaluating and applying student suggestions.

Groups and Levels

A successful implementation of the interactive method depends completely on the personal attention the teacher is able to give to you. A group never consists of more than eight students (in Peru 6) in all intensive and Superintensive courses. We determine the make-up of the group according to the students' abilities. The first day of the course begins with an oral and written test. If you are beginner you will start directly in a beginners groups.

don Quijote uses the four classification levels and learning objectives that have been set by E.U. guidelines:
1. Beginner:
Command of linguistic and cultural basics. Able to formulate and understand short sentences to relating to the basic necessities and forms of politeness.
2. Intermediate:
Able to express themselves, perhaps sometimes with a little difficulty, but spontaneously and independently, in everyday situations.
3. Advanced:
Advanced communicative ability, also in complicated situations.
4. Superior:
Clearing up minor imperfections. Refining pronunciation and intonation. Communicating, without difficulty, with people who are native Spanish speakers.