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Sample curriculum for Madrid/Barcelona
(the following provides a good overview of the educational activities included in a WorldStrides’ program – changes may be made by WorldStrides at its own discretion without notice) |
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Almudena Cátedral |
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A visit to the crypts of the cathedral and examine Moorish history and life. |
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Arte Reina Sofia |
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Generation of 27: reading and analysis of the group of artists like Picasso, Dali, and Bunuel. |
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El Palacio Real |
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Palace of Power: a role play activity to study daily court life and power |
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El Parque Retiro |
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A stroll through the park to row boats, see a museum, or relax over a picnic. |
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El Rastro |
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Spain’s oldest flea market; practice Spanish language to purchase unique souvenirs to bring home |
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Monasterio Escorial |
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Historical account of Spain and famous Spanish kings and queens. |
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Monasterio Lorenzo |
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Matadors and Monestaries: compare lifestyles between social classes |
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Muralla Árabe |
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Moorish Madrid: an archaeology study of the history of the moors and crusades. |
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Museo del Prado |
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Madrid Masterpieces: scavenger hunt to find the “top 50” Spanish masterpieces. |
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Panteón los Reyes |
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It’sAFiesta: appraise objects at the “auction” from the museum based on historical value |
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Plaza de la Villa |
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Mad about Madrid: evaluation of Spanish architecture and the historical associations of famous landmarks. |
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Plaza Mayor |
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The Inquisition: dispelling the myths about the Inquisition using the writings of Poe, Dostoyevsky, Monty Python, Shaw. |
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Puerta Del Sol |
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Photo Hunt of embassies and hot spots. |
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Tapas Meal |
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Learn how to cook an authentic Spanish meal of tapas using local and regional ingredients. |
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Barcelona |
Barri Gothic |
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Catedral de la Seu |
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Thefts, Fakes, Forgeries, and Censorship: case studies examined as students view medieval tapestries, carvings, and stained glass. |
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Ciutat Museu |
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E-postcards: create e-postcards of famous works of art. |
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Costa Brava |
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A day to relax on the beach and experience life in a Spanish resort town; medieval villages and shopping. |
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Flamenco Dancing |
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Learn the art of the flamenco dance. |
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Gaudi Museum |
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The Art Collector: a museum tour to collect famous works of art to include in a personal portfolio that will be “auctioned”. |
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Museu Picasso |
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Revealing Portraits: activity to recognize the deeper history behind famous portraits to compare social and cultural customs. |
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Palau Reial |
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Moving Walls, Lies, and the Inquisition: an investigation into this famous palace and the underground Roman city. |
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Sagrada Familia |
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A discussion about the role of religion and politics; case studies to review influence of church on modern day political systems. |
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