Objectives
Enjoy Spanish culture firsthand all while pursuing your professional development
Program Dates
June 30 - July 4, 2025
Levels
New and experienced
AP® Spanish teachers

AP® Summer Institute in Madrid, Spain —Spanish Literature and Culture

AP Teachers Training

There really is no limit to how far great teachers can go to prepare for the upcoming academic year. Best opportunities must be selected in order to truly prepare your curricula effectively to benefit your students’ learning process. For your upcoming AP® Spanish Literature and Culture course, why would you choose anything less than the best?

 

Centro MundoLengua is the only private language school in Spain offering AP® Spanish Literature and Culture teacher-training programs accredited by the College Board®. Spanish teachers participating in our AP® Spanish Literature and Culture program receive the best training right here in Madrid; Spain’s capital, and the very best place for a Spanish Literature and Culture workshop.

 

Immersion in the Spanish culture and language during the program guarantees an effective training experience for teachers that helps bring their Spanish literature classes to life in a way that is impossible in the USA or other parts of the world. And with varied stipends and financial incentives available for participants, Centro MundoLengua’s AP® Spanish Literature and Culture workshops are the best way to prepare for the new academic year!

Highlights

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Full accreditation from College Board®, meaning that our AP® Spanish Literature and Culture program is the only one of its kind in Spain.
Customized programs in Spain
Program content that corresponds directly to the AP® curriculum of the year in question, including accounting for any changes from the previous academic year.

Financial incentives such as stipends for Spanish teachers who choose to travel with their students for the program.

The workshop is led by world-class instructors in the field of language education.
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The chance to network with other AP® level Spanish teachers throughout the program as well as learning from their best practices.

A program of social and cultural activities in Spain designed to create a solid foundation of understanding of contemporary Spanish culture.

Location

Both figuratively and literally, Madrid stands at the heart of contemporary Spain. The city has transformed significantly from its origins as a Moorish fortress designed to fend off Christian invaders. Over the last four centuries, Madrid’s rapid ascent has made it an ideal symbol of modern Spanish history.

The country’s evolution from a dominant global empire to a flourishing modern economy, through an industrial revolution, a devastating civil war, and an oppressive dictatorship, has left an indelible mark on Madrid’s architecture and culture.

As you explore this vibrant and bustling metropolis, you’ll encounter elements of Spanish culture at every turn. Madrid’s pivotal role in the profound changes within Spanish society and culture makes it the perfect location for an AP® Spanish Language and Culture workshop.

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The Royal Palace of Madrid

The Palacio Real de Madrid is the largest operational royal palace by floor area in Europe. Although the current Spanish royal family does not live there for political and personal reasons, this Baroque palace is still the official residence of the Spanish monarchy and holds great significance for the people of Spain and the culture of Madrid. Constructed on the site of a Moorish Alcázar, the original palace, which had stood since the 14th century, was extensively damaged by a fire in 1734. It was subsequently replaced by the magnificent building and surrounding complex that exists today.

The Art Walk

Culture and museum enthusiasts should certainly set aside an entire day to explore this area. The Prado Museum, the Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum, and the Reina Sofía National Art Center are all within a 10-15 minute walk of each other and together offer one of Europe’s most impressive and diverse art collections. The Prado focuses on Renaissance-era Spanish, Italian, and Flemish art, the Thyssen-Bornemisza features an incredibly varied collection from numerous global movements, and the Reina Sofia showcases some of Spain’s finest contemporary artworks, including Pablo Picasso’s Guernica.

Retiro Park

The 125 hectares of green space are prominent when you look at a map of Madrid. However, what isn’t immediately noticeable is the variety of intriguing sculptures, monuments, venues, and buildings nestled among the 15,000 trees, commonly referred to as the lungs of the city. El Retiro Park is immensely popular with both locals and visitors, offering striking photography spots in front of the Alfonso XII monument, leisurely summer strolls near the Palacio de Velázquez, or casual sporting activities along its numerous pathways.

Puerta del Sol

There is no more central location in Madrid, or indeed all of Spain, than “Kilometre Zero“. This spot is constantly bustling with locals of all ages, and it marks the starting point of all Spain’s radial roads. In the semi-circular Puerta del Sol, you will find one of Madrid’s most iconic landmarks: the “Oso y Madroño” statue, depicting a bear nibbling at the fruits of a strawberry tree. On New Year’s Eve, as the clock ticks, thousands of Madrileños gather in the square to partake in one of Spain’s most beloved traditions: eating 12 grapes as the clock on the iconic Casa de Correos building chimes 12 times.

Templo de Debod

One of Madrid’s most intriguing landmarks is the Templo de Debod. This impressive stone structure was given to the city by the Egyptian government in 1972, but its origins are much older. Originally built in Upper Egypt in the 2nd century BC, the temple was dedicated to the god Amun and the goddess Isis. In the mid-20th century, the Egyptian government decided to relocate the temple to protect it from the construction of a nearby dam. The temple was carefully transported and reconstructed piece by piece in central Madrid, where it has become a highly popular attraction, especially in the early evening.

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Professional and Personal Development

  • Our AP® Summer Institute Spanish Literature and Culture program follows the latest curricula and guidelines set by the College Board®, therefore participants always receive the very best training in preparation for the course.
  • Our AP® Summer Institute Spanish Literature and Culture programs in Madrid is only one in this category in Spain that are acknowledged by College Board®.
  • The training is conducted by leading instructors in their specific field with a keen understanding of teacher-training – as well as a large amount of practical experience in AP® courses and exams.
  • Program participants also have the chance to earn additional graduate credits from the University of California at Riverside, in addition to an AP® teacher certificate from the College Board®.

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Activities

Participants in our AP® Summer Institute Spanish Literature and Culture program will enjoy in a wide variety of extra-curricular activities organized by Centro MundoLengua during the program – as well as College Board® accredited training. These social and cultural activities are deliberately selected in order to give program participants opportunities to socialize with other participating Spanish teachers, to feel more comfortable in their new surroundings and to provide further immersion into Spanish society. Experiences that give teachers a greater cultural context really allow Spanish literature to come to life, which in turn only provides further benefit to the teaching process during the AP® course.

  • Guided tours and visits to some of Madrid’s most significant sites and landmarks.
  • Visits to some of Madrid’s most notable museums.
  • Exploration of the delights of the Spanish cuisine – one of the most famous in the world – with tapas dinners together with the rest of the group.

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Benefits

  • Centro MundoLengua understand that Spanish teachers can sometimes struggle to fund their participation in these types of programs. This is why we offer financial benefits and rewards for teachers who would like to undertake our programs.
  • The teachers who travel to Spain with a group of students in order to attend the AP® Spanish Literature and Culture program while their students participate in other programs are eligible for our rewards and benefits.
  • The larger the group you travel with, the greater the reward. Travelling with 6 students earns you free participation in the workshop, and travelling with 10 students will earn you an additional $800 stipend – along with free participation in the program.
  • Additional stipends and benefits can be rewarded to participating teachers who travel with even larger student groups. Please get in touch for more details.

Dates and Fees

PROGRAM

AP Spanish Literature and Culture
Seville, Spain

DATES

June 30th - July 4th, 2025

LEVEL

New and experienced
AP Spanish Teachers

PRICE

1,775$

What’s Included?

Pre-departure consultation - study abroad in Spain
Pre-departure advice and consultation
Class materials - study abroad in Spain
30 hours of class (full class materials)
Spanish certificate - study abroad in Spain
Official certificate from College Board® (included) and opportunity to earn additional recognized Graduate Credits from the University of California at Riverside (extra cost)
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A program of cultural tours and activities
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Transfer to and from Seville airport if you travel with your students
24 hour assistance - study abroad in Spain
24 hour assistance in case of emergency

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