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The above quotation embodies the philosophy of the Primary Spanish Programme at
Church Teachers’ College. Previously, world language education was considered to
be merely an intellectual and elitist luxury, which entailed the study of grammar
and literature. However, with the advent of globalisation, there has been dire need
for the effective interaction between countries of different linguistic and cultural
backgrounds; this has propelled nations into accepting the critical role of world
language competence. The proximity of Jamaica to our Latin American neighbours,
coupled with the potential benefits to be derived in areas such as tourism, trade
and communication, have played a major role in the recognition of Spanish as an
important language to Jamaica. As such, Spanish has been officially declared the
country’s second language. It is the intention of the Ministry of Education that every child is exposed to Spanish from the Primary level, as this
early introduction will promote adequate preparation to participate in this dynamic,
and pluralistic global village. The Programme, therefore, aims to train competent
teachers who will facilitate this preparation, through nurturing the linguistic
competence and socio- cultural awareness of our Jamaican children.
General Objectives:
The curriculum of the Primary Spanish Education is designed to equip students with
the following:
- An adequate knowledge base of grammatical structures, vocabulary and communicative
skills for the study of the language beyond their level.
- High levels of motivation
to the study of the Foreign Language through the use of communicative methodology
and technology.
- The ability to engage in interactive activities.
- Essential
language skills to communicate effectively and appropriately in a variety of practical
and real- life situations.
- An adequate knowledge and understanding of other
cultures.
- The ability to further their knowledge of other disciplines through
the foreign language.
- The ability to use the language both within and beyond the college setting.
An understanding of the nature of the language through comparisons of the culture
of the language studied and their own.
Entry Requirements:
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