Spanish B for the IB Diploma Student's Book

Book excerpt: Spanish for the IB Diploma is a brand new suite of resources that make teaching IB Spanish simple and rewarding. It caters for Language B - students learning Spanish as a second language, but at an advanced level. This Student's Book provides a coherent course that gradually builds skills to help students: Become confident and creative linguists Achieve the highest grades Appreciate the range of Hispanic Culture The course is based around the desired learner profile of the IB student. It will help students develop into global citizens who are keen to communicate, bring creativity to their learning and are independent, critical thinkers. At every stage opportunities for developing understanding of the Theory of Knowledge are highlighted. The course delivers the ideal mix of: Culturally appropriate stimulus material from across the Hispanic world (including a particular emphasis on the Americas) covering all topics in the IB syllabus Carefully crafted tasks to develop all aspects of language learning: reading, writing, speaking and listening. Each copy of the Student's Book includes a free Audio CD providing the tracks for the listening exercises Detailed exam-style activities for all aspects of IB Spanish assessment Clear explanations and thorough practice of grammar Appropriate vocabulary - supported by a comprehensive vocabulary listing in the Teacher's Resource Book.