Silvia Sobral, Kim Potowski
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Dicho y hechoLive is a new way to get the most from the trusted Dicho y hecho program—without waiting for a new edition.
Dicho y hechoLive brings trusted language-learning content together with a flexible digital experience designed to evolve with today's Spanish classroom. Engaging instruction, authentic cultural experiences, and innovative tools work together to support meaningful learning while giving instructors the flexibility to teach in ways that work for their courses and students.
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The Dicho y hecho approach
Dicho y hecho is grounded in communicative language principles and second language acquisition research, with an approach designed to develop both communicative and intercultural competence. Its deliberate focus on purposeful, task-based activities and real-world practice motivates learners to use Spanish creatively as they work toward tangible goals.
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The Hallmarks of Dicho y hechoLive
Meaningful Communication
Purposeful, task-based activities engage students in meaningful, real-world communication while developing interpretive, interpersonal, and presentational skills. Students use Spanish creatively as they work toward clear communicative goals.
Purposeful Progression
Scaffolded, multi-step activities move students from input and guided practice toward independent language production. Clear goals and learning strategies help students build skills incrementally and see their progress.
Culture in Context
Authentic videos, readings, realia, and contemporary perspectives bring the Spanish-speaking world to life. Reflection and comparison encourage students to explore diverse practices and perspectives while developing intercultural competence.
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This is the one truly communicative textbook out there, with emphasis on input, output, and then open-ended production.
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