Homestay & Language Program in Spain

THE HOMESTAY & LNGUAGE PROGRAM

HOMESTAY & LANGUAGE PROGRAM IN SPAIN

International Experiences that Transform

Letter from the General Director, Ana Eseverri

I want to share with you a few words about AIPC Pandora, the organization I founded 15 years ago together with a group of experienced and committed professionals from different backgrounds, with the desire to expand international education in Spain.

In my case I began my experience in international education at the age of 14 and since I participated in my first program, my interest for the world and its citizens has never stopped growing. I very quickly understood the complexity of intercultural understanding and at the same time the crucial importance of its achievement. It is also true that many times I asked myself if education alone was sufficient to ensure global peace, and even under the current complex circumstances, my answer is always yes. Maybe the problem is that education is still not accessible to everyone, and only a small part of the young population has the possibility to participate in international education.

AIPC Pandora’s goal is to make this type of non-formal and experiential education accessible to as many young people as possible around the globe. We network with the biggest international platforms, we take an active role in the main European programmes that allow the creation of innovative programs, and we strive to innovate by creating as many opportunities as possible both in Spain and in the 57 countries where our programs take place.

ABOUT AIPC PANDORA:

AIPC Pandora is a non-profit organization, working in non-formal education through international experiences with local communities in some of the 54 countries in which we are present. Since 2002, AIPC Pandora's work has focused on arranging international itineraries for humanitarian, educational, intercultural or work and travel programmes. Our programs include the entire cycle of each project and accompany the volunteer before, during and after the international experience.

Before –Preparation phase; Learning Experience

During – Action phase; International Experience

After – Transformation phase; Active Participation

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HIGHLIGHTS:

AIPC Pandora – a not for profit intercultural exchange organization.

AIPC Pandora was founded in Madrid in 2002.

Member of Federation EIL, Sentio, Anna Lindh Foundation, CIVICUS and many other platforms in Spain.

• Active in 54 countries, with both inbound and outbound projects.

• The objective; to innovate and promote international experiential education with experiential projects based on solidarity, education, intercultural learning and work experience.

• Generating equal opportunities; with a scholarship program for dynamic and unprivileged students.

Our international network is very extensive; globally we belong to large networks, whilst also cultivating partnerships with small local organisations.

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INTERNATIONAL STRUCTURE:

International networks and platforms we are members of: • •

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Federation Experiment in International Living (EIL); an international non-profit association representing a global network of independent members in 21 countries worldwide.

Sentio Inc; a not-for-profit global education network that was created in 2014 as a subsidiary of AFS Intercultural Programs, Inc. (AFS) to develop a global network of member organizations that will further promote the AFS mission and provide intercultural learning opportunities for adults.

Anna Lindh Foundation; in which we are members of the Spanish Network’s Steering Committee, the only consultant entity of the Euro-Mediterranean government network formed by civil society organizations that work towards complete integration in the region.

Erasmus +; we are recognized by the European Union as a sending and hosting organization for Erasmus +, actively working on all key actions of the current program.

Bilateral agreements; AIPC Pandora also works outside international structures and has made a large number of bilateral agreements with organizations from all around the world.

WHY AIPC PANDORA:

Because we are a leading NGO in Spain within the field of International Education, with more than 15 years of experience and a community of 7000 participants around the world.

Because we have profound experience in the sector and we are a member of one of the biggest global networks in International Education.

Because we have robust standards of Risk Management and Safety & Security, Program Development, Homestay accommodation, Responsible Practices and Monitoring & Evaluation.

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SPANISH CLASSES: THE SPANISH LANGUAGE AND THE METHODOLOGY USED

ยง MADRID Spanish language learning is transversal in all our programs. Some of the programs strength this component and in these cases, we work with a language school co-op focused on making learning a language an experience that goes much further than the classroom. We're convinced that to learn a language, two things are fundamental: curiosity about the cultural context in which the language is spoken; and real life practice using the linguistic tools that are acquired by the learner. In other words to speak and listen to those who live within the given linguistic community.

Our method advocates a pedagogical method that jumps from the classroom to the street and vice versa.

We make the most of all that a city like Madrid has to offer, in order to generate debates about what is happening around us and what concerns us as a society- economic crises, new forms of politics, nationalisms, globalisation, diversity, etc.-using techniques and tools to create an eminently communicative, comprehensible classroom, and to work with more grammatical content as well as provoke a participative environment: theatre, videos, debates, exams in the street, visits to cultural centres, games and a lot of interaction.

We don't use textbooks. For the mentoring of students outside of class we use a personalized online tool oriented to maintain constant communication between teachers and students. This interactive resource permits this monitoring before and after the class, and includes the interactive download and editing of materials that are dealt with in each particular course.

Our native teachers, as well as being experts in the language, are educated in different fields such as: history, economics, social sciences, theatre, anthropology, art and politics. They will take charge of transferring all of this diverse knowledge to the courses, with the objective of providing an integral learning experience that goes way beyond simply learning a language.

All the programs can include a complementary language course. It won't be a course separated from the rest of the experience of the group program, in fact completely the opposite- we will practice language models and content in class that you can use to make the most of all the programmed activities and visits during your trip.

The participants will have the chance to share their work and contribute to the process of improvement of these Glocal issues. Participants will be divided into small groups to work on the different challenges. These groups will remain together in Valencia during the implementation phase.

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VALENCIA Situated in the heart of Valencia, the Spanish School is located just a few minutes’ walk from the most important touristic sites and shopping area. Multiple public transport options are also available nearby. §

We believe that the best way to learn is through a practical and personal way. To achieve this, our experienced teachers organize classes tailored to each individual’s interests and abilities. Our classes are as original and unique as each one of you.

Therefore, our teachers gain a deep understanding of students’ strengths and weaknesses, providing them with diverse and personally relevant material. While conversation and putting the language into practice serves as the basis for the student’s day-to-day learning, we also access resources from various publishers, ELE, and original designed materials.

Written work at home will reflect and reinforce classroom content. Lastly, each student determines the dynamic of their learning experience, so we remain flexible in order to guide their learning accordingly. We present all the necessary tools, at the appropriate time, so that students not only excel in reaching their learning goals, but surpass them as well. Teaching from a practical point of view allows one to naturally assimilate grammar, sentence structures, vocabulary, pronunciation, and intonation. We believe that learning should occur in the most natural way possible.

ABOUT THE PROGRAM:

AIPC Pandora Homestay program is ideal for any person willing a complete immersion in the Spanish language and culture, as the family offers to their host the opportunity of sharing their home and daily life and facilitate his/her adaptation to the uses and customs of their country.

AIPC Pandora selects very carefully the most adequate family for each person in function of his/her wishes. The family makes any effort to help their host adapt, get to know their community and culture, introduces him/her to other people and local organisations of interest and contributes to his/her language learning.

The intercultural exchange resulting from the Homestay is a very enriching, unique and unforgettable experience.

PROGRAMS DETAILS Where?

The students can choose between two of the main multicultural Spanish cities: Madrid and Valencia.

Accommodation: The student will live with a Spanish family Prices: Homestay (full board – 3 meals): • 2 weeks in Valencia: 850 € • 2 weeks in Madrid: 725 € Homestay & Language Program in Spain - www.aipc-pandora.org incoming@aipc-pandora.org Contact person: Valentina Paris +34 915 502 628; Skype: evs.aipc.pandora

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4 weeks in Valencia: 1.200 € 4 weeks in Madrid: 1.000 €

*Contact us if you are interested in a different length of the Program.

What is included in the price: • Placement • Airport pick-up • On-arrival orientation • Full board (3 meals – only with the homestay) Not included:

• Spanish classes.

You can choose the length/hours of the Spanish classes, both in Madrid and Valencia, as well as the individual or group class.

SPANISH COURSES VALENCIA

In group class

4 hours per week Number of weeks Price per week

from 5 to 8 weeks 28 €

More than 8 weeks 22 €

51 €

from 5 to 8 weeks 39 €

More than 8 weeks 33 €

1 week

2 or to 3 weeks

80 €

70 €

More than 3 weeks 55 €

from 4 to 6 weeks 120 €

More than 6 weeks 80 €

From 1 to 4 weeks 36 €

6 hours per week Number of weeks Price per week

From 1 to 4 weeks

10 hours per week Number of weeks Price per week

20 hours per week Number of weeks Price per week

1 week

2 or 3 week

140 €

120 €

Private Lesson

One to one classes (one student, one teacher) Price: 20€/hour.

*Private lesson, is usually the best option to learn faster; it can be combined with group classes.

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SPANISH COURSES MADRID

1 to 1

15 hours

350,00 €

group 2-3 students

20 hours

300,00 €

group 4-8 students

20 hours

250,00 €

from 8.30 am to 8.30 pm

Schedule time

From Monday to Friday

Homestay & Language Program in Spain - www.aipc-pandora.org incoming@aipc-pandora.org Contact person: Valentina Paris +34 915 502 628; Skype: evs.aipc.pandora

HOMESTAY & LANGUAGE PROGRAM IN SPAIN

Homestay & Language Program in Spain - www.aipc-pandora.org incoming@aipc-pandora.org Contact person: Valentina Paris +34 915 502 628; Skype: evs.aipc.pandora