How long will it take me to learn Spanish?
It depends on your Spanish knowledge before you arrive. Without any previous language experience, you can learn basic knowledge in about 4 weeks.Volunteer opportunities are available in various organizations in San Jos, as well as in several national parks throughout Costa Rica.A.--- Without question.
What happens if I have to cancel my Spanish language course?
You must let us know as soon as possible in written if you need to cancel your course. In the section on genera conditions, this matter is dealt with in more detail.We say yes! But we suggest you already begin at home preparing for your project (evening classes, books, CDs) Sure! One week is the minimum time to register for group classes. If you prefer to take private classes, we are able to set up programs regarding your personal needs for just a few days! Use your time and money well and stay as long as possible.A.
Q.--- You've mentioned a natural approach. What do you mean by that?
A.--- The Greek philosopher Socrates said that hidden inside every human is a philosopher. At Dialogue, we believe that virtually everyone on this planet has the hidden ability to be a master of "multiple" languages. We follow the Socratic Method of drawing out what we believe is already inside rather than trying to cram outside material into a language student's already spinning head. The European Commission is very interested in our de-schooling approach.Yes! Groups of three or more students that enrol together for the same Spanish language course and starting on the same date, get at discount of 10%, as do former students that have studied Spanish at our school before. Not always. The Spanish language courses that appear in the section on Spanish courses are always given. But, the Spanish course will not be given if there is not a minimum of three students enrolled in the Spanish language course in question.Yes. You may take only one Pass/Fail course which can be either and IES or an outside course, but cannot be an IES Spanish language course.
How old are your Spanish language course students and what countries are they from?
Most of the Spanish language course students come from the European Union. Age varies between approximately 20 and 30, although the minimum age is 18.Volunteer opportunities are available in various organizations in San Jos, as well as in several national parks throughout Costa Rica.
What if I arrive before the first Sunday or if I want to stay on after the last Saturday?
Students may only remain with the families, or in the shared flats offered through the Spanish language course school, while they are enrolled in a Spanish language course in the school.A.--- Without question. We have developed an extremely effective pronunciation improvement method. A great number of university professors and international businesspeople come to Dialogue to improve their pronunciation in record time. Several professors from Harvard University who gave presentations at the Sorbonne in Paris directly after Dialogue training were complimented by the French themselves on their unusually fine pronunciation skills. A.--- That's a good question.Yes.
Q.--- How can you sum up the ways in which Dialogue is truly different?
A.--- Most schools attempt to instil linguistic confidence in their students. This is an admirable goal, but it's just not enough if you need to learn the true ins and outs of a foreign language. Each Dialogue session works with not one, but four separate objectives. The Dialogue trainer doesn't just help the student break through the psychological barrier, he or she also helps the student pass listening, cultural and linguistic barriers.When enrolling, the student gives us an idea about his level of Spanish, but there will be a written and oral test on the first day of your Spanish language course to verify the student's real standard.A.--- Elliot Essman, a Dialogue graduate in French, acts as Dialogue's representative for the United States and Canada (and is available to field English- language inquiries from around the world as well). - 15465
It depends on your Spanish knowledge before you arrive. Without any previous language experience, you can learn basic knowledge in about 4 weeks.Volunteer opportunities are available in various organizations in San Jos, as well as in several national parks throughout Costa Rica.A.--- Without question.
What happens if I have to cancel my Spanish language course?
You must let us know as soon as possible in written if you need to cancel your course. In the section on genera conditions, this matter is dealt with in more detail.We say yes! But we suggest you already begin at home preparing for your project (evening classes, books, CDs) Sure! One week is the minimum time to register for group classes. If you prefer to take private classes, we are able to set up programs regarding your personal needs for just a few days! Use your time and money well and stay as long as possible.A.
Q.--- You've mentioned a natural approach. What do you mean by that?
A.--- The Greek philosopher Socrates said that hidden inside every human is a philosopher. At Dialogue, we believe that virtually everyone on this planet has the hidden ability to be a master of "multiple" languages. We follow the Socratic Method of drawing out what we believe is already inside rather than trying to cram outside material into a language student's already spinning head. The European Commission is very interested in our de-schooling approach.Yes! Groups of three or more students that enrol together for the same Spanish language course and starting on the same date, get at discount of 10%, as do former students that have studied Spanish at our school before. Not always. The Spanish language courses that appear in the section on Spanish courses are always given. But, the Spanish course will not be given if there is not a minimum of three students enrolled in the Spanish language course in question.Yes. You may take only one Pass/Fail course which can be either and IES or an outside course, but cannot be an IES Spanish language course.
How old are your Spanish language course students and what countries are they from?
Most of the Spanish language course students come from the European Union. Age varies between approximately 20 and 30, although the minimum age is 18.Volunteer opportunities are available in various organizations in San Jos, as well as in several national parks throughout Costa Rica.
What if I arrive before the first Sunday or if I want to stay on after the last Saturday?
Students may only remain with the families, or in the shared flats offered through the Spanish language course school, while they are enrolled in a Spanish language course in the school.A.--- Without question. We have developed an extremely effective pronunciation improvement method. A great number of university professors and international businesspeople come to Dialogue to improve their pronunciation in record time. Several professors from Harvard University who gave presentations at the Sorbonne in Paris directly after Dialogue training were complimented by the French themselves on their unusually fine pronunciation skills. A.--- That's a good question.Yes.
Q.--- How can you sum up the ways in which Dialogue is truly different?
A.--- Most schools attempt to instil linguistic confidence in their students. This is an admirable goal, but it's just not enough if you need to learn the true ins and outs of a foreign language. Each Dialogue session works with not one, but four separate objectives. The Dialogue trainer doesn't just help the student break through the psychological barrier, he or she also helps the student pass listening, cultural and linguistic barriers.When enrolling, the student gives us an idea about his level of Spanish, but there will be a written and oral test on the first day of your Spanish language course to verify the student's real standard.A.--- Elliot Essman, a Dialogue graduate in French, acts as Dialogue's representative for the United States and Canada (and is available to field English- language inquiries from around the world as well). - 15465
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