What's Included

NRCSA ● P.O. Box 1393 ● Milwaukee, WI 53201 ● (888) 678-6211

• Tuition and Class Materials: 1 week minimum – 28 hours per week• Lodging: Homestay, Apartment, Posada, or Hotel• Placement Testing• 1-2 Organized Activities Weekly** Entrance fees, transportation, etc. may be at additional cost.• Access to E-mail• University credit: Options available

• Access to Multimedia Learning Center• Certificate of Completion• Pre-Departure Information• Planning Guide• Medical, Accident and Sickness Coverage **** See policy for definitions and exclusions.• Medivac Coverage• Other Travel Coverage: repatriation, baggage, personal effects, accidental death and dismemberment , etc.• 24 Hour Emergency Multilingual Hotline: call collect from anywhere in the world

SPANISH FOR EDUCATORS

OAXACA, MEXICOPROGRAMS START EVERY MONDAY

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION

Our intensive Spanish for Educators program in Oaxaca, Mexico combines the standard Spanish immersion program with specific Spanish and cultural training for educators. This is a great way to learn both general and specialized Spanish. Educators at all levels benefit from this immersion experience.

CITY AND COUNTRY INFO

Oaxaca is an enchanting colonial town, where you will discover both a modern Mexico and ancient indigenous culture. The indigenous groups who once inhabited the nearby archaeological sites of Monte Albán, Mitla and Yagul continue to influence the language, lifestyle, and art of the area. The heart of the city of Oaxaca is the zócalo, or main square, which is surrounded by a mix of colonial architecture and an indigenous marketplace. The zócalo, just a short walk from the school, is host to concerts, parades, and sidewalk cafes that provide a comfortable setting for relaxing after class.

The city is surrounded by fascinating archaeological sites and by colorfully traditional villages and small towns. The dramatic valley and mountain landscapes provide abundant opportunities for hiking, biking, horseback riding and climbing, and good active tourism operators and successful rural tourism programs make it easy for visitors enjoy these experiences.

Oaxaca is nicknamed "la Verde Antequera" (the green Antequera) due to its prior name (Nueva Antequera) and the variety of structures built from a native green stone. The name Oaxaca is derived from the Nahuatl name for the place, Huaxyacac, which was Hispanicized to Guajaca, later spelled Oaxaca.

HIGHLIGHTS OF PROGRAM

In this Spanish for Educators program, students will improve their communicative ability in both speaking and listening. They will discuss different methods of teaching with the instructors and the other students in the program, review grammar and other technical aspects of the language, and broaden their understanding of the culture and region of Oaxaca.

NRCSA ● P.O. Box 1393 ● Milwaukee, WI 53201 ● (888) 678-6211

FULL PROGRAM DESCRIPTION

STUDY PROGRAMThis course aims at teachers of Spanish, whose native tongue is not Spanish. If you teach Spanish in your home country and want to update your language and teaching skills and discuss cultural topics, this course is perfect for you.

The course is an opportunity for you to update your language skills and exchange your experiences in using various teaching methods with international colleagues and teaching staff of the language school. Up-to-date information on Spanish language and culture is part of the program. The course is designed to provide you with suggestions and new ideas which you can then put into practice after returning home.

The Study Program includes 15 hours per week of Group Spanish classes, 5 hours of conversation classes, and 8 hours of teacher workshops, for a minimum 1 week. Groups are organized in a way that each will always consist of students possessing the same level of Spanish. The method is based on the 4 language skills: listening, grammar, oral and written comprehension. No English will be used in class.

LODGING OPTIONSHOMESTAYThe families will provide you with comfortable and clean private rooms (or shared for people traveling together). Living with a family enables you to interact on a daily basis and helps develop your comprehension and speaking abilities. Our families are carefully screened and their homes inspected by Institute staff to ensure peace of mind while taking advantage of learning about Oaxacan culture.

APARTMENTLiving in an apartment allows you to live in Oaxaca more independently, with a partner, family or friends. The price range is from US$550 upwards per month, which includes electricity, gas and water (not drinkable). Apartments are rented on a monthly basis. If you would like us to arrange an apartment, please forward your preferences concerning price range and amenities on the application form.

POSADAPosadas are reasonably priced, small family-run inns. Posadas offer private and welcoming rooms to make students feel at home. They are an ideal option if you would like more independence. All of the posadas provide you with a comfortably appointed individual room, with its own bathroom.

HOTELThe city of Oaxaca boasts a wide variety of one-star to five-star hotels, the prices for which range from US$35 to US$250 per night. It is our pleasure to help our students in making contact and reservations.

PRICE RANGECost of minimum 1 week of Spanish language classes, teacher training, culture classes, and housing ranges from:

$544 → $605****Prices range according to housing and board options.

ELIGIBILITY AND GUIDELINES

U.S. citizens traveling on regular passports for tourism or business do not need a visa for a stay of 90 days or less. Those planning a longer visit must obtain a visa in advance.

Participants must have an intermediate level of Spanish to participate in the Spanish for Educators program.

ACTIVITIES AND EXCURSIONS

All activities are organized by the local coordinator and may include:

• City walks• Special interest lectures• Eco tours

One day excursions are also available at an additional cost. Excursion locations can include:

• Monte Alban & Atzompa• Cuilapan de Guerrero• San Bartolo• Hierve el Agua

HOW TO REGISTERTo register for the SPANISH FOR EDUCATORS PROGRAM in Oaxaca, either follow the link below or call 1-888-678-6211.

http://www.nrcsa.com/reg/on-line/regform.html

When you register, $140 USD is due to secure your place in the program.