Spanish Language, Literature, and Culture: Language Learning Resources

"This inviting six-part series showcases young Spanish men and women living authentic lives in a variety of locations in Spain. Language learners will enjoy spending time with these genuinely interesting people as they go to school or work, pursue their favorite pastimes, and interact with family and friends. A viewable/printable instructor's guide is available online. Spanish, 6-part series, 11 minutes each." (From Films on Demand)

"This spirited six-part series, filmed in the Mediterranean city of Valencia and its environs, introduces all of the basics of contemporary conversational Spanish while highlighting cultural aspects of the country. Each program uses a friendly group of speakers talking in a wide range of real-world settings to inspire beginners to have their say. "!Hablar espanol es muy divertido!" A BBC Production. Spanish and English, 6-part series, 17 minutes each." (From Films on Demand)

"Filmed in Spain and across the Spanish-speaking world, this 20-part series covers practical basics for beginning speakers of the language and shows it being used in the richly diverse cultural contexts of Spain, Mexico, Costa Rica, Colombia, Argentina, Ecuador, Uruguay, and the U.S. Each program revolves around a person or group intent on turning a compelling ambition or dream (sueño) into reality. A must-see for anyone destined for Spain or Latin America, or for a Spanish-language classroom. A BBC Production. Spanish and English, 20-part series, 14 minutes each." (From Films on Demand)