Human Ingenuity
DRS International School Sharaz Iqbal
IB DP Spanish-ab initio SL (IBDP 2)
Summary
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Subject Year Start date Duration
Spanish IBDP 2 Week 4, August 6 weeks 18 hours
Course Part
Entertainment, Media and Technology
Description
In this unit, students explore how entertainment, media, and technology shape human interaction and culture. They will learn
to describe media habits, express opinions on digital tools, and compare entertainment in Spanish-speaking cultures with their
own, using authentic materials and real-world tasks. Through engaging activities, students will develop their language skills and
cultural awareness, gaining a deeper understanding of the global impact of media and technology.
Inquiry & Purpose
Transfer Goals
Learners will explore how human creativity and innovation influence communication, culture, and daily life. Students will develop
the ability to interact meaningfully in Spanish on topics related to media, entertainment, and technology.
Essential Understandings
Students will:
• Expand vocabulary and grammatical accuracy related to digital life, entertainment, and social media.
• Engage in authentic discussions and written reflections on media habits and tech usage.
• Analyze the cultural impact of entertainment and media in Spanish-speaking societies.
• Compare technological advances across cultures and their implications for global communication.
Inquiry Questions
Type Inquiry Questions
Skills-based How can I describe media habits, entertainment choices, and technology use with clarity and
fluency in Spanish?
Content-based What are the different types of media and forms of entertainment in Spanish-speaking countries?
Debatable To what extent has technology improved or harmed human communication?
Concept-based How do innovations in media and technology affect our cultural identity and interactions?
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Curriculum
Aims
Develop international-mindedness through the study of languages, cultures, and ideas and issues of global significance
Enable students to communicate in the language they have studied in a range of contexts and for a variety of purposes
Encourage, through the study of texts and through social interaction, an awareness and appreciation of a variety of
perspectives of people from diverse cultures
Provide students, through language learning and the process of inquiry, with opportunities for intellectual engagement and
the development of critical- and creative-thinking skills
Foster curiosity, creativity and a lifelong enjoyment of language learning
Objectives
Communicate clearly and effectively in a range of contexts and for a variety of purposes
Understand and use language appropriate to a range of interpersonal and/or intercultural contexts and audiences
Understand and use language to express and respond to a range of ideas with fluency and accuracy
Identify, organize and present ideas on a range of topics
Understand, analyse and reflect upon a range of written, audio, visual and audio-visual texts
Syllabus Content
Human ingenuity
Explore the ways in which human creativity and innovation affect our world.
Entertainment
Media
Technology
Texts
Personal texts
Blog
Diary
Email
Invitation
Journal
List
Personal letter
Postcard
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Human Ingenuity
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IB DP Spanish-ab initio SL (IBDP 2)
Social media posting/chat room
Text message
Timetable
Professional texts
Blog
Brochure
Catalogue
Email
Essay
Formal letter
Interview
Invitation
Literature (short-story, novel, poem, graphic novel)
Maps/diagrams
Menu
Online forum
Personal statement/CV
Proposal
Set of instructions/guidelines
Supporting letter
Survey
Timetable
Mass media texts
Advertisement
Article (newspaper, magazine)
Blog
Interview
News report
Newsletter
Opinion column/editorial
Pamphlet
Podcast
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DRS International School Sharaz Iqbal
IB DP Spanish-ab initio SL (IBDP 2)
Poster
Public commentary (editorial/readers’ letters)
Radio programme
Social media posting
Speech
Web page
Content
Vocabulary related to:
• Social media platforms (e.g., Instagram, TikTok, YouTube)
• Types of entertainment (e.g., películas, música, videojuegos, deportes)
• Technology-related nouns and verbs (e.g., navegar, descargar, subir, compartir)
• Daily digital habits (e.g., uso del móvil, ver series, escuchar podcasts)
Grammar:
• Present, near future, preterite, and conditional tenses
• Comparatives and superlatives (e.g., más que, menos que, el mejor)
• Expressing opinions and justifications (e.g., me gusta porque…, creo que…)
• Reflexive verbs (e.g., me conecto, se entretienen)
Text Types:
• Blog entries, social media posts, informal messages
• Informational texts: infographics, news articles
• Dialogue and interviews about digital preferences
Cultural References:
• Media usage in Spain and Latin America
• Popular Spanish-language artists, influencers, and platforms
• Cultural attitudes toward technology and entertainment
Skills
• Listening:
◦ Understand authentic spoken Spanish about media and technology
◦ Identify main ideas and supporting details from podcasts and interviews
• Reading:
◦ Comprehend short articles and blogs about entertainment trends
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IB DP Spanish-ab initio SL (IBDP 2)
◦ Analyze messages in ads, infographics, or social media posts
• Speaking:
◦ Conduct dialogues or interviews on digital habits
◦ Express and justify preferences for media and technology
• Writing:
◦ Compose informal digital texts (e.g., emails, comments, blog posts)
◦ Reflect in Spanish on digital life and cultural comparisons
ATL Skills
Approaches to Learning
Thinking
- In this unit, we will
ask students to formulate a reasoned argument to support their opinion or conclusion
give students time to think through their answers before asking them for a response
reward a new personal understanding, solution or approach to an issue
ask open questions
set students a task which required higher-order thinking skills (such as analysis or evaluation)
build on a specific prior task
help students to make their thinking more visible (for example, by using a strategy such as a thinking routine)
require students to take an unfamiliar viewpoint into account when formulating arguments
ask questions that required the use of knowledge from a different subject from the one you are teaching
include a reflection activity
make a link to TOK
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Human Ingenuity
DRS International School Sharaz Iqbal
IB DP Spanish-ab initio SL (IBDP 2)
Research
- In this unit, we will
require students to formulate/construct a focused research question (either in class or in a homework assignment)
reward or encourage correct citing and referencing
assign a task that required students to use the library
require students to practise effective online search skills (for example, use of Booleans and search limiters)
provide opportunities for students to reflect on how they determine the quality of a source, or analyse contradictory
sources
require students to record their search for sources in steps (types of search engines, search terms, and so on)
give students advice on (or provide an opportunity for students to practise) narrowing the scope of a task to make
it more manageable
discuss or model the importance of academic honesty and clear acknowledgment of sources
Communication
- In this unit, we will
ask students to explain their understanding of a text or idea to each other
construct a task around the use of different vocabulary and examples when speaking to different audiences
have students give an oral presentation without reading from their notes
ask students to monitor and check the quality of their writing
construct a task so that students practise their listening skills
assess or give feedback on speaking or writing concisely
provide opportunities for students to read and understand different types of texts
encourage or require students to plan a response before they begin
ask students to formulate arguments clearly and coherently
encourage all students to contribute to discussions
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Human Ingenuity
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IB DP Spanish-ab initio SL (IBDP 2)
Social
- In this unit, we will
have students work in small groups
allocate, or ask students to allocate among themselves, different roles in a classroom discussion or activity
have students peer assess their group performance or process
support students in resolving a conflict in a team
give a group assessment task
give students feedback on how they worked as a group
have students discuss their understanding of a text or idea among themselves and come up with a shared
understanding
provide an opportunity for students to analyse the impact of their behaviour on the class or on a group performance
encourage students to consider alternative points of view or to take the perspective of others
provide opportunities for students to make decisions
Self-management
- In this unit, we will
set deadlines for students to meet
require students to revise and improve on work previously submitted
ask students to set their own learning goals
ask students to break down a larger task into specific steps
ask students to look for personal relevance in the subject matter
practise or discuss strategies to increase concentration
give students feedback on their approach to a task
model positive skills and behaviours such as being well organized and punctual
help students to learn from failures or mistakes
create an atmosphere where students do not think they have to get everything right first time
discuss planning and approaches to revision
Developing IB Learners
Learner Profile
Inquirers
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DRS International School Sharaz Iqbal
IB DP Spanish-ab initio SL (IBDP 2)
Communicators
Open-minded
Reflective
Connections
Metacognition
Reflection on content
Reflection on skills
Reflection on concepts
International Mindedness
Students will explore the global impact of media, entertainment, and technology by comparing how these themes are
represented and experienced in Spanish-speaking countries and their own. Through authentic texts such as advertisements,
films, and news articles, they will analyze cultural values, social behaviors, and ethical concerns related to digital life and media
influence across diverse cultures.
Academic Integrity
Students will be guided to use their own ideas and language in speaking and writing tasks. They will learn how to paraphrase
sources and cite Spanish-language materials appropriately. Reflection on the ethical use of digital tools and responsible online
communication will also be included, reinforcing honesty and respect in academic work.
Information Communication Technology
Students will engage with different digital tools to research, create, and present their ideas in Spanish. Tasks will involve
evaluating online sources, analyzing media texts, and producing digital content such as blog posts, infographics. ICT will be
used to enhance both language learning and intercultural understanding.
Language and Learning
Activating background knowledge
Scaffolding for new learning
Acquisition of new learning through practice
Demonstrating proficiency
TOK Connections
Optional themes
• How does language influence the way we perceive and use technology?
• Can entertainment be a form of knowledge?
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DRS International School Sharaz Iqbal
IB DP Spanish-ab initio SL (IBDP 2)
CAS Connections
Creativity
Service
Creativity
• Multimedia Blog or Vlog (in Spanish): Students can create a blog or short video series reviewing Spanish-language
music, movies, or apps. This lets them apply the vocabulary and grammar from class in a creative, expressive way while
showcasing understanding of cultural content.
Service
• Digital Literacy Awareness Campaign: In collaboration with peers or the library, students can design and deliver
presentations in Spanish for younger students about safe and respectful technology use.
Assessment
Formative Assessment
• Vocabulary quizzes (media, technology, entertainment)
• Listening tasks on tech habits and entertainment preferences
• Paired dialogues and digital message compositions
• Grammar practice: future tense, conditional, and opinion structures
Summative Assessment
Task 1: Blog Post
Topic: “Mi vida sin tecnología” (My life without technology)
Criteria: D – Language, Message, Conceptual Understanding
Task 2: Listening & Reading Comprehension
Text Types: News articles, interviews, social media posts
Criteria: A (Listening) & B (Reading)
AUG UT-2
5 Summative Writing 0/18 Students Tuesday at 1:55 PM
Peer and Self-assessment
Peer and Self-assessment
Students will complete structured self-assessment checklists before submitting their speaking and writing tasks, focusing on
vocabulary, grammar accuracy, and clarity of message. Peer feedback will be used during oral presentations and dialogues
using rubrics aligned with Criteria C and D. Students will also reflect on their media habits and digital engagement in Spanish
through journaling, comparing their own perspectives with peer insights to develop self-awareness and collaborative learning.
Standardization and Moderation
Teachers will engage in internal standardization by collaboratively marking sample student responses using IB-assessment
rubrics (Criteria A–D). Moderation will involve comparing multiple marked samples to ensure consistent interpretation of
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IB DP Spanish-ab initio SL (IBDP 2)
descriptors, with particular attention to levels of message coherence, grammatical range, and cultural understanding. Rubrics
will be shared with students in advance to ensure transparency and consistency.
Assessment Criteria
Internal Assessment
Individual oral assessment. A conversation with the teacher, based on a visual stimulus and at least one additional course
theme.
A: Language
B2: Message — conversation
C: Interactive skills
External Assessment
Paper 1. Productive skills — writing. Two written tasks of 70–150 words each from a choice of three tasks, choosing a text
type for each task from among those listed in the examination instructions
A: Language
B: Message
C: Conceptual understanding
Paper 2. Receptive skills — separate sections for listening and reading.
Comprehension exercises on three audio passages and three written texts, drawn from all five themes
Description
Learning Experiences
Prior Learning Experiences
Students are expected to have foundational knowledge of present, past and near future tenses and basic vocabulary on lifestyle
and preferences.
Pedagogical Approaches
• Concept-Based Inquiry: How does technology influence communication?
• Visual & Audio Scaffolding: Infographics, videos, media posters
• Collaborative Projects: Podcast episode, role-play as tech reviewers
• Flipped Tasks: Use Duolingo, Quizlet for vocabulary
Student Expectations
• Regular vocabulary practice
• Prepare responses for oral interaction
• Reflective journal entries in Spanish
• Participation in group creative tasks
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Human Ingenuity
DRS International School Sharaz Iqbal
IB DP Spanish-ab initio SL (IBDP 2)
Support Materials
Examples
Rubrics
Templates
Sample Exam Questions
Mark Schemes
Learning Process
Small group/pair work
Individual presentations
Group presentations
Student lecture/leading
Interdisciplinary Learning
Stream & Resources
Stream
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Posted website on Aug 1, 2025 at 8:25 PM
El Pais - Technologia
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Posted website on Aug 1, 2025 at 8:24 PM
BBC Mundo-Technologia
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Posted video on Aug 1, 2025 at 8:09 PM
Expressing an opinion in Spanish
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Posted video on Aug 1, 2025 at 8:06 PM
Seeing a Movie in Mexico
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DRS International School Sharaz Iqbal
IB DP Spanish-ab initio SL (IBDP 2)
Sharaz Iqbal
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Posted website on Aug 1, 2025 at 7:57 PM
You won't Believe this place in Mexico City- Video
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Sharaz Iqbal
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Posted website on Aug 1, 2025 at 7:56 PM
Latin American Reacts to Spanish Movies Title
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Best Things About Being Latin American
Podcast Youtube video
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Best Things About Being Latin American
Podcast video
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Resources
Sharaz Iqbal
Posted website on Aug 1, 2025 at 8:25 PM
El Pais - Technologia
https://elpais.com/tecnologia/
Sharaz Iqbal
Posted website on Aug 1, 2025 at 8:24 PM
BBC Mundo-Technologia
https://www.bbc.com/mundo/topics/cyx5krnw38vt
Sharaz Iqbal
Posted video on Aug 1, 2025 at 8:09 PM
Expressing an opinion in Spanish
https://youtu.be/i_u5c3Dhuig?si=5GzUbEBs5bwzvl1b
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Human Ingenuity
DRS International School Sharaz Iqbal
IB DP Spanish-ab initio SL (IBDP 2)
Sharaz Iqbal
Posted video on Aug 1, 2025 at 8:06 PM
Seeing a Movie in Mexico
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Sharaz Iqbal
Posted website on Aug 1, 2025 at 7:57 PM
You won't Believe this place in Mexico City- Video
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Sharaz Iqbal
Posted website on Aug 1, 2025 at 7:56 PM
Latin American Reacts to Spanish Movies Title
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Sharaz Iqbal
Posted video on Aug 1, 2025 at 7:54 PM
Best Things About Being Latin American
Podcast Youtube video
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Sharaz Iqbal
Posted video on Aug 1, 2025 at 7:53 PM
Best Things About Being Latin American
Podcast video
https://youtu.be/2OkPO9Gk6Fo?si=5pRCzGo_s175fk1G
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