Languages · Pioneers 11–15 · Year 9–10
Global issues and identity (Spanish)
How do young people in the Spanish-speaking world see the future?
What you will learn
- Discuss environment, technology and social issues with topic vocabulary
- Use the subjunctive after quiero que / es importante que
- Understand authentic news, songs and interviews for detail
- Present a 3-minute talk and answer unprepared questions
Helpful to know first: Past and future tenses; Justified opinions
Discover
Think first: How do young people in the Spanish-speaking world see the future? Say or jot one idea before you read on.
Learn — core route
- Vocabulary web
- Subjunctive triggers game
- Authentic news comprehension
Lessons in this subject: Learn Topics · Languages
Practise — check a common mix-up
The subjunctive is only for advanced speakers.
All Spanish-speaking countries share the same issues.
Apply / Create — Spanish Talk & Q&A
Deliver a recorded 3-minute Spanish talk on a global issue in one Spanish-speaking country, using the subjunctive, then answer three unprepared questions.
Evidence type: audio · accessible alternative always allowed (speak it, draw it, or show an adult).
How it is judged (rubric)
- Beginning: Short talk
- Developing: Talk with topic vocabulary
- Secure: 3 minutes, subjunctive, answers questions
- Extending: Nuanced, idiomatic, spontaneous
Explain — say what you did
Review later
We'll offer a quick memory check in 7, 21 and 45 days. Mark this done and your Today page will remind you gently.
For grown-ups · framework mappings
- aligned to UK NC (MFL) · KS4 Languages
- aligned to CEFR-aligned · B1
Status: Live · reviewed
What's next?