Spanish language immersion programsin Panama

The Spanish language immersion programs offered by EPA! Español en Panama are designed to enable you to speak Spanish as rapidly as possible. You will have the opportunity to choose from small classes, individual instruction, or a combination of both options.

In the classroom, teaching techniques will focus on the communicative approach to learning and studying Spanish. From day one you will begin working on improving your conversational skills. Generally speaking, the process for novices begins by covering basic topics such as who you are, where you live, etc. As Spanish language students begin to learn and become more proficient in Spanish, topics may range from economics to politics. As you explore new topics, you will find yourself quickly learning new vocabulary and grammar, and how to effectively use them. In a very short period of time you will find that you will be able to effectively communicate in Spanish!

With a Spanish language immersion program, language learning does not stop when you leave the classroom. Since you are living in a country like Panama where Spanish is the first language, you will have to utilize what you learned and studied in class, out on the streets. Just going to the store to buy a Coke means that you will have to use Spanish. Though challenging at first, in no time you will quickly acquire the Spanish language skills needed to deal with this, and far more difficult situations in Spanish dominant countries.

Because you are using Spanish all day, every day! Remember, the only way to really learn a language is to practice it. When you participate in an Spanish language immersion program you will have plenty of time, and countless opportunities to practice your Spanish language skills.

A major reason why Spanish language immersion programs are so effective relates to the fact that you have the opportunity to live with a host family (some locations offer apartment and/or other options as well). All host families (and any other accommodation options available) are located, approved and overseen by each respective immersion language school.

When staying with a host family, you will have the chance to practice the Spanish you learned in class in a natural family setting. Because of their interest in your progress, you will find that staying with a host family is a non-threatening environment where you can practice and improve your Spanish. As your relationship with the host family grows, your motivation to learn Spanish will increase.

Another great benefit of staying with a host family relates to the fact that in many cases, you will find yourself participating in family activities. As one former student stated: "In my immersion program, the host family I had was great! They took me to restaurants, local markets, professional soccer matches, and on various trips within the city and its surrounding areas. Thanks to my host family, my Spanish language skills rapidly improved, and I now have a much better understanding of the local culture".