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Pupils practice the target language buying goods in the
shops with foreign currency
In a 2 hour visit they have an intensive language experience
immersed in a carefully-planned authentic
environment.
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Preparing for a visit
abroad...
For teachers who want to give their class a "practice" visit
to France, Germany or Spain, the Europa Centre offers a
unique experience. Staff at the centre play the parts of the
"inhabitants" of a small town. When pupils walk through the
doors, they're given real foreign currency, shopping bags,
and a list of agreed tasks.
They visit the shops, railway station,
doctor's surgery, bank, post office, hotel, etc.... They buy
goods, refreshments in the cafe, make enquiries and
reservations, gather information about the town and the
people who live there, make telephone calls, write
postcards, etc - all while speaking the language of the
country.
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Build confidence
It’s a useful experience to give pupils intensive
experience of authentic conversation, and boost their
experience ready for a real visit abroad in less controlled
conditions. The Centre offers planned visits appropriate to
your pupils in French, German, Spanish, Italian, Russian or
Japanese. Contact the Centre for prices, further details and
to discuss your requirements. A video is available for
preparation and to show what can be achieved in a visit to
the Centre.
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 ...Schools
need go no further than Essex to bring foreign language
learning to life..
Reviewer -
T.E.S.
Location: Europa Centre
for Modern Languages, The Walk, HORNCHURCH RM11 3TL (near
M25, A13, and main stations/ District line)
Information/
reservations:
Tel: 01708 - 445694 / 440087
Fax: 01708 - 445639
Weblink:
http://www.havering.gov.uk/index.cfm?articleid=7181
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