Teaching AP* high school Spanish and preparing students for success on the AP* Spanish Language Exam, as well as for university study, is the focus of this workshop.  Our focus will be on the teaching of advanced Spanish, with emphasis on developing advanced proficiency in the 4 skills, and on preparing our students for the AP* Spanish Language Exam.  A brief overview of the revised AP* Spanish Literature Exam reading list and format will also be provided.

Above all, I will strive to make the week enjoyable, rewarding and productive. As teachers, we know the importance of keeping things practical.  I hope that you will enjoy both the intellectual stimulation, the camaraderie and the relaxation of the Summer Institute. Carleton is a wonderful place to “recharge the batteries.”

Amalia Gensman is a native of Mexico City and has taught AP* Spanish Language
for 15 of her 33 years of experience.  For the past 12 years she has been an AP*
Reader and College Board* consultant for the Southwest Region.  Amalia chairs the
World Language Department and teaches at Eisenhower High School in Lawton, Oklahoma,
her home town.  It is always a pleasure to participate in Summer Institutes because
of the opportunity to meet new colleagues and exchange ideas.

Richard Hallberg has presented AP* Spanish Language at Carleton since 1995.
He teaches Spanish at Marquette University High School in Milwaukee, WI, and
has taught AP* Spanish Language for many years.  Richard has served as a as
an AP* Reader and Table Leader (in both speaking and writing) since 1995.  He
is a consultant for the Midwest region of the College Board*.  As a native of
Forest Lake, MN, it is always a pleasure to return to Carleton. Richard enjoys
traveling, reading and camping.