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LANGUAGE
Qualification:

SPANISH LANGUAGE AND CULTURE A1 LEVEL

TECHNICAL EDUCATION AND SKILLS DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY

East Service Road, South Superhighway, Taguig City, Metro Manila
 TABLE OF CONTENTS

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A. COURSE DESIGN 1-3

B. MODULES OF INSTRUCTION 4-13

● Core Competencies Modules

o Using familiar everyday expressions and very basic phrases 5-9
o Interacting in a simple way 10-13
 COURSE DESIGN

Course Title : SPANISH LANGUAGE AND CULTURE A1 LEVEL

Nominal Duration : 100 hours

Course Description:

The SPANISH LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY A1 LEVEL consists of competencies that a

person must achieve to use familiar everyday expressions and very basic phrases and
interact in a simple way aligned to Common European Framework of References for
Languages (CEFR) standards.

This course includes competencies which the individual must have so he or she can
understand and use familiar everyday expressions and very basic phrases aimed at the
satisfaction of needs of a concrete type. It also contains competencies to help the person
introduce himself or herself and others. The individual can ask and answer questions about
personal details such as where the person lives, people he or she knows and things he or
she has, in order to interact in a simple way provided the other person talks slowly and
clearly and is prepared to help.

Trainee’s Entry Requirements:

Trainees or students who want to enroll in this program should possess the following
requirements:

● Must be at least eighteen (18) years old and above;

● At least High School graduate or holder of an ALS certificate of achievement
(secondary) or Senior High School graduate; and
● Must be a Filipino Citizen* (for TESDA scholarship availment)

This list does not include specific institutional requirements such as other educational
attainment based on partner (MOA), nationality, appropriate work experience, specific
clearances and others that may be required from the trainees by the school or training
center delivering the TVET program.

Documentary Requirements

1. Original and photocopy of ANY of the following:

● College Diploma or Transcript of Record;
● High School Diploma (Old Curriculum or Senior High) or ALS Certificate (secondary);
● Form 137; and
● Certification of Grades or True Copy of Grades.

2. Original and Photocopy of PSA Birth Certificate

● Additional document FOR MARRIED WOMEN: Original and Photocopy of PSA
Marriage Certificate

3. Latest Picture: Two (2) pcs. 1”x1” and One (1) pc. 2”x2” pictures with white background
Course Structure:

CORE COMPETENCIES
(100 Hours)

Units of Nominal
Module Title Learning Outcomes
Competency Duration
1. Use familiar 1.1 Using familiar 1.1.1 Listen to basic Spanish words 12
everyday everyday expressions and phrases
expressions and and very basic phrases 1.1.2 Read basic Spanish words and 12
very basic phrases phrases
1.1.3 Speak basic Spanish words and
phrases 20
1.1.4 Write basic Spanish words and
phrases 20

2. Interact in a 2.1 Interacting in 2.1.1 Introduce self and other 12

simple way a simple way 2.1.2 Handle simple interactions 12
outside of the workplace
2.1.3 Handle simple interactions in 12
workplace

Assessment Methods:
● Oral and written examination
● Demonstration
● Direct observation
● Questioning
● Online Quizzes and Examination
● Online Assessment

Course Delivery:
1. Methodologies
● Self-pace/modular
● Lecture
● Demonstration
● Discussion with class interactions
● Simulation
● Full Online Learning
● Blended Learning
● Face-to-Face Learning
● Personalized and Group Approach
● Role Playing and pair work
● Audio/video presentation
● Film viewing
● Coaching

2. Resources:
o Equipment and Fixtures
​ Headset
 ​ Sound speaker

​ Laptop / computer set

​ Mobile Phone

​ LCD or Overhead projector

​ Printer

​ Teacher’s table and chair

​ Trainees armchair

​ White board 4’ x 8’

​ Learners’ Area/Lecture Room

​ Projector Screen

​ USB/ flash drive

​ Air Conditioning

o Materials
● Whiteboard marker
● Whiteboard eraser
● Staple wire
● Pen
● Pencil
● Bond paper
● Printer ink
● Correction tape
● Paper clip
● Fastener
● Brown envelope
● Index card1/8
● Assorted meta cards
● Masking tape
● Grammar book
● Competency-based Learning Materials
● e-Book
● Audio / video materials
​ Workbook

​ Spanish Dictionary

​ Spanish Grammar Book

o Online Learning Resources

 ​ LMS – Google Classroom, Moodle: nlsi.gnomio.com

​ Webinar: Google Meet, Zoom, Microsoft Teams

​ Google Drive

​ GSuite: Google Sheets, Forms, and Slides

​ Messaging application

Resources:

List of recommended tools, equipment, and materials for the training of twenty-five (25)
trainees for Language A1 Level

Qty. Tools Qty. Equipment Qty. Materials

1 pc Stapler 1 unit Headset 6 pcs Whiteboard marker
1 pc Staple wire remover 1 unit Sound speaker 2 pcs Whiteboard eraser
1 unit Extension cord 1 unit Laptop / computer set 1 box Staple wire
(optional
1 unit USB flash drive 1 unit Projector 10 pcs Pen
1 unit Online meeting 1 unit Printer 10 pcs Pencil
application
1 unit Learning Management 1 set Teacher’s table and 5 reams Bond paper
System (LMS) chair
1 unit Online office 25 pcs Trainees armchair 4 bottles Printer ink
applications (CMYK)
1 unit Online storage 1 unit Whiteboard 4’ x 8’ 1 pc Correction tape
application
2 boxes Paper clip
1 unit Messaging application 4 boxes Fastener
25 pcs Brown envelope
100 pcs Index card1/8
5 packs Assorted meta cards
1 roll Masking tape
1 copy Grammar book
25 Competency-based
copies Learning Materials
1 copy e-Book
1 copy Audio / video
each materials

Training Facilities:

Based on a class intake of 25 learners/trainees

 Total Area in Sq.
Space Requirement Size in Meters Area in Sq. Meters
Meters
Building (permanent)
Student / Trainee
7 x 5 m. 1.4 per student 35 sq. m.
Lecture Room
Learning Resource Center 4 x 4 m. 16 sq. m. 16 sq. m.
Simulation Area 4 x 4 m. 16 sq. m. 16 sq. m.
Restroom (Male including PWD) 2 x 2 m. 4 sq. m. 4 sq. m.
Restroom (Female including
2 x 2 m. 4 sq. m. 4 sq. m.
PWD)

Total area: 75 sq. m.

A. Online Class
​ LMS – Google Classroom, Moodle: nlsi.gnomio.com

​ Webinar: Google Meet, Zoom, Microsoft Teams

​ Google Drive

​ GSuite: Google Sheets, Forms, and Slides

​ Messaging application

Trainer’s Qualifications:

● At least completed 2-year college level;

● Certificate on higher language proficiency in the language to be taught (except Filipino
language) OR training certificate of language course aligned with CEFR;
● Trainer’s Methodology I (TM 1) Certificate or Community Based Training Methodology
(CBTM); and
● At least two (2) years related experience in the language to be taught within the last
five (5) years.
● Facilitate E-learning Session (FELS) Certificate or any certificate related to conduct of
online training delivery is required if the program will be conducted through online delivery
mode.
 MODULES OF INSTRUCTION
CORE COMPETENCIES
SPANISH LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY A1 LEVEL
B. Modules of Instruction

CORE COMPETENCY : USE FAMILIAR EVERYDAY EXPRESSIONS AND

VERY BASIC PHRASES

MODULE TITLE : USING FAMILIAR EVERYDAY EXPRESSIONS AND

VERY BASIC PHRASES

MODULE DESCRIPTOR : This module covers the knowledge, skills and attitude required
to listen, read, speak and write using familiar everyday
expressions and very basic phrases aimed at the satisfaction of
needs of a concrete type.

NOMINAL DURATION : 64 hours

SUMMARY OF LEARNING OUTCOMES:

Upon completion of this module, the students/trainees must be able to:

LO1. Listen to basic words and phrases in Spanish

LO2. Read basic words and phrases in Spanish

LO3. Speak basic words and phrases in Spanish

LO4. Write basic words and phrases in Spanish

CBC- Spanish Language and Culture A1 Level -8-

Details of Learning Outcomes:

LO1. LISTEN TO BASIC WORDS AND PHRASES IN SPANISH – 12 Hours

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA:

1. Recognition of specific sounds of the language is demonstrated.

2. Syllables in a word are identified.
3. Thoughts of sentences are captured through segmentation.
4. Simple verbal instructions are followed.

CONTENTS:

● Homonyms
● Rules of syllabication
● Number of syllables
● Basic phrases and clauses
● Sentence segmentation
● Basic grammar rules of the language for A1 level
● Spanish Alphabet
● Stress
● Diphthongs
● Spanish Nouns
● Spanish Articles
● Subject pronouns
● Conjugations

CONDITIONS:

The students/trainees must be provided with the following:

● Appropriate supplies and materials

● Applicable equipment and gadgets
● Workplace or assessment area

METHODOLOGIES:

● Self-pace/modular
● Lecture
● Discussion
● Simulation

ASSESSMENT METHODS:

● Online assessment
● Demonstration with oral questioning
● Written and Oral Examination
● Online Quizzes and Examination

CBC- Spanish Language and Culture A1 Level -9-

LO2. READ BASIC WORDS AND PHRASES IN SPANISH - 12 Hours

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA:

1. Familiar names and titles are differentiated.

2. Signage and notices are read.
3. Prices and quantities in places are compared.
4. Simple notes and messages are read.
5. Written instructions are followed

CONTENTS:

● Personal information and job titles

● Family and kinship Use of personal “A”
● Common public signage
● Common workplace signage
● Spanish numbers and numerals
● Quantities and cost
● Simple instructions and reminders
● Basic grammar rules of the language for A1 Level
● Spanish Nouns
● Spanish Articles
● Subject pronouns
● Homonyms
● Adjectives
● Demonstratives
● Basic phrases and clauses
●

CONDITIONS:

The students/trainees must be provided with the following:

● Appropriate supplies and materials

● Applicable equipment and gadgets
● Workplace or assessment area

METHODOLOGIES:

● Self-pace/modular
● Lecture
● Discussion
● Simulation

ASSESSMENT METHODS:

● Online assessment
● Demonstration with oral questioning
● Written and Oral Examination
● Online Quizzes and Examination

CBC- Spanish Language and Culture A1 Level - 10 -

LO3. SPEAK BASIC WORDS AND PHRASES IN SPANISH - 20 Hours

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA:

1. Vocabularies and numbers are applied in conversation based on standards for

language conventions.
2. Basic greetings and polite expressions are used according to standards for language
conventions.
3. Simple verbal instructions are repeated.

CONTENTS:

● Standard language conventions for speaking

● Vocabularies and numbers
● Basic greetings and polite expressions
● Basic grammar rules of the language for A1 level
● Quantities and cost
● Spanish Nouns
● Spanish Articles
● Subject pronouns
● Conjugations
● Commonly used expressions in greetings and self-introduction
● Possessives
● Seasons
● Expressing days, months, and dates
● Telling time
● Usage of SER y ESTAR”
● Participles

CONDITIONS:

The students/trainees must be provided with the following:

● Appropriate supplies and materials

● Applicable equipment and gadgets
● Workplace or assessment area

METHODOLOGIES:

● Self-pace/modular
● Lecture
● Discussion
● Simulation

ASSESSMENT METHODS:

● Online assessment
● Demonstration with oral questioning
● Written and Oral Examination
● Online Quizzes and Examination

CBC- Spanish Language and Culture A1 Level - 11 -

LO4. WRITE BASIC WORDS AND PHRASES IN SPANISH - 20 Hours

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA:

1. Characters are written following standards for language conventions.

2. Numbers are written based on standards for language conventions.
3. Basic words and phrases are written according to standards for language
conventions.
4. Simple notes and messages are written according to standards for language
conventions.

CONTENTS:

● Standard language conventions when writing

● Characters
● Numbers and numerals
● Useful phrases and words
● Rules on basic punctuations and mechanics
● Basic grammar rules of the language for A1 Level
● Spanish Vowels
● Spanish Consonants
● Prepositions
●

CONDITIONS:

The students/trainees must be provided with the following:

● Appropriate supplies and materials

● Applicable equipment and gadgets
● Workplace or assessment area

METHODOLOGIES:

● Self-pace/modular
● Lecture
● Discussion
● Simulation

ASSESSMENT METHODS:

● Online assessment
● Demonstration with oral questioning
● Written and Oral Examination
● Online Quizzes and Examination

CBC- Spanish Language and Culture A1 Level - 12 -

 UNIT OF COMPETENCY : INTERACT IN A SIMPLE WAY

MODULE TITLE : INTERACTING IN A SIMPLE WAY

MODULE DESCRIPTOR: This module covers the knowledge, skills and attitude required
in
introducing self and others, handling simple transactions
outside of the workplace, and handle simple transactions in the
workplace

NOMINAL DURATION : 36 hours

SUMMARY OF LEARNING OUTCOMES:

Upon completion of this module, the students/trainees must be able to:

LO1. Introduce self and others in Spanish

LO2. Handle simple transactions outside of the workplace

LO3. Handle simple interactions in workplace

CBC- Spanish Language and Culture A1 Level - 13 -

Details of Learning Outcomes:

LO1. INTRODUCE SELF AND OTHERS

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA:

1. Personal information is provided.

2. Basic information about other people is provided.
3. Gestures and greetings are performed based on cultural norms.
4. Simple queries on other personal information are answered.
5. Personal information of other persons is asked.
6. Personal details in written forms are submitted.

CONTENTS:

● Introduction of oneself and others

● Gestures and greetings
● Common format and information within simple forms
● Basic vocabulary used in filling out simple forms
● Subject pronouns
● Possessives
● Introduction of oneself and others using appropriate gesture base on Spanish culture.
● Different body languages (sign language, facial expression, eye contact, body movement,
etc.)
● How to provide other persons information.
● Prepositions
● How to ask other persons information.
● Common format and information within simple forms
● Basic vocabulary used in filling out simple forms

CONDITIONS:

The students/trainees must be provided with the following:

● Appropriate supplies and materials

● Applicable equipment
● Workplace or assessment area

METHODOLOGIES:

● Self-pace/modular
● Lecture
● Discussion
● Simulation

ASSESSMENT METHODS:

● Online assessment
● Demonstration with oral questioning
● Written and Oral Examination
● Online Quizzes and Examination

CBC- Spanish Language and Culture A1 Level - 14 -

LO2. HANDLE SIMPLE INTERACTIONS OUTSIDE OF THE WORKPLACE - 12 Hours

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA:

1. Inquiries on simple transactions are made based on the country’s culture and
practices.
2. Arrangements on simple transactions are carried out based on the country’s culture
and practices.
3. Transactions are completed based on the country’s culture and practices.
4. Basic social contact is established using the simplest everyday polite forms.

CONTENTS:

● Description of places in town and weather conditions

● Likes and dislikes
● Habits and routines
● Hospital or clinic transactions
● Restaurant transactions
● Supermarket or department store transactions
● Travel and leisure transactions
● Traditional beliefs and practices
● Entertainment (music, sports and arts)
● How to do formal conversation in Spanish.

CONDITIONS:

The students/trainees must be provided with the following:

● Appropriate supplies and materials

● Applicable equipment
● Workplace or assessment area

METHODOLOGIES:

● Self-pace/modular
● Lecture
● Discussion
● Simulation

ASSESSMENT METHODS:

● Online assessment
● Demonstration with oral questioning
● Written and Oral Examination
● Online Quizzes and Examination

CBC- Spanish Language and Culture A1 Level - 15 -

LO3. HANDLE SIMPLE TRANSACTIONS IN WORKPLACE - 12 Hours

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA:

1. Preparation for work is conducted according to workplace procedures.

2. Workplace activities are performed based on job requirements.
3. Workplace activities are completed based on expected output.
4. Social interactions with co-workers are established.

CONTENTS:

● 6s methodology in the workplace

o sort
o set
o shine
o standardize
o sustain
o safety
● Requesting for things
● WH-questions (What, Where, When)
● Function words and phrases to indicate time, places, and directions
● Basic understanding of different registers
● Commands
● Different body languages (sign language, facial expression, eye contact, body movement,
etc.)

CONDITIONS:

The students/trainees must be provided with the following:

● Appropriate supplies and materials

● Applicable equipment
● Workplace or assessment area

METHODOLOGIES:

● Self-pace/modular
● Lecture
● Discussion
● Simulation

ASSESSMENT METHODS:

● Online assessment
● Demonstration with oral questioning
● Written and Oral Examination
● Online Quizzes and Examination

CBC- Spanish Language and Culture A1 Level - 16 -