Carefully curated library of Spanish-language titles
Six-step instructional design
Each lesson is organized into color-coded strands that present new material in clear, comprehensible, and communicative ways. With a focus on authenticity, cultural immersion, and the seamless integration of text and technology, language learning comes to life in ways that are meaningful to every student.
Authentic Media That Captivates and Connects
Authentic video and film selections foster curiosity and cultural understanding. Each lesson includes:
- Flash cultura videos, filmed as news broadcasts, showcasing cultural products, practices, and perspectives.
- Cultura en pantalla TV clips, available online, build on lesson readings.
- Award-winning short films reflect diverse cultures and dialects, keeping learners engaged.
- All media enhances vocabulary, grammar, and connection to cultural themes.
Cortometraje
Increased diversity in the Cortometraje section, featuring award-winning short films by contemporary Hispanic filmmakers. There are three new authentic short films in lessons 3, 6, and 9.
Structured review of grammar based on lesson themes
Estructuras presents key intermediate grammar topics with detailed visual support and progresses students from directed to communicative practice. The interactive grammar tutorials include practice activities that offer immediate feedback.
Cultural readings
Cultura features dynamic cultural readings. Brief and comprehensible readings present additional cultural content related to the lesson theme. These readings are supported by scaffolded and personalized activities where students are prompted to make their own observations and cultural comparisons. The Preparación and Análisis sections provide in-depth pre- and post-reading support for each selection in Literatura and Cultura.
Lectura
Literatura immerse students in culturally rich texts that broaden their understanding of the Spanish-speaking world. Carefully selected poems, short stories, and readings provide real-world language in context, encouraging analysis and thoughtful reflection.
New Interactive vText (Student Edition)
The new HTML-based vText offers a more intuitive and flexible digital experience. With simplified navigation, an integrated search menu, and direct access to presentational audio and video, students and instructors can engage with content more efficiently. Improved highlighting, annotation tools, and split-screen functionality support active learning, while responsive design ensures seamless access across all devices. Icons throughout the text clearly indicate which activities are available online.
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