The OPI/OPIc Spanish test at “Advanced-Low” Level explained – see the Spanish Oral Proficiency Interview (OPI/OPIc) assessment criteria and CAN-DO statements of “performance indicator” tasks, so that candidates can know what broadly to expect regarding likely test questions, tasks and role-play themes. We also explain which parts of grammar (the preterit and imperfect) and what lexis to focus on, plus what examiners are looking for when they assess candidates. Concrete and practical guidance to ensure optimal exam prep. Includes links to top free resources.
Read moreTHE ORAL TEST IS THE TOP PRIORITY IN SPANISH LANGUAGE EXAMS
Here’s further proof that the oral test is the top priority in Spanish language exams such as the DELE, the SIELE and the OPI / OPIc. The Spanish government, through the Instituto Cervantes, has introduced a version of the DELE A2 exam that is specifically designed for illiterate candidates who need to demonstrate A2 level communicative competency in Spanish for their nationality applications. This test is done exclusively orally, with a duration of 15 minutes. What this development shows, is that all candidates for all kinds and levels of DELE, SIELE and OPI / OPIc exams should realise that the oral test is the top priority in Spanish language exams. Because it tests all four of the communicative competencies that form the assessment criteria of these exams.
Read moreSPANISH EXAM PREP DONE RIGHT
Spanish exam prep done right isn’t always easy to come by. Especially for English-speakers. And particularly if your idea of what the DELE / SIELE & OPI is all about,…
Read moreACING the OPI in SPANISH
Top tips for acing the American OPI Oral Proficiency Interview in Spanish, with background about the system its grading and scoring criteria
Read more16 TOP BLOG POSTS: ACING DELE / SIELE / OPIc
Quick-see overview of top 16 DELEhelp Spanish exam acing blog posts of the past three years, grouped for easy access
Read moreDELE EXAM DATES 2024
Here are the Spanish DELE exam dates 2024 (“examen DELE”) plus the last permitted days for registering for each session. Below we explain how to register, and what potential practical…
Read moreBASE YOUR SPANISH EXAM PREP ON AN EXPERT DIAGNOSIS OF YOUR LEVEL
To design your study plan for your Spanish exam, you need to base it on an expert diagnosis of your level of Spanish. This determines the weaknesses you have to work on and then guides your practice. This post explains how that kind of level test is best done, and why you need it.
Read moreUNDERSTAND HOW YOUR SPANISH EXAM IS SCORED (OPI DELE SIELE)
Prepping for your OPIc DELE or SIELE Spanish exam, you need to understand how it is scored – what are the examiners looking for, and what are their assessment criteria? This video explains that and more.
Read moreHOW TO PREVENT YOUR SPANISH FROM RUSTING AWAY
How to prevent your Spanish from rusting away – you have invested in acquiring Spanish, passing your exam – now see how to maintain your Spanish
Read moreTOP TEST PREP FOR VOCATIONAL SPANISH
Tested tips and resources enabling top test prep for vocational Spanish, such as doctors prepping for CCLA or diplomats and military for the OPI Spanish exam prep
Read moreThe New DELE A2 Exam Format
The DELE A2 exam of Spanish has a new improved format from February 2020. This blog post explains the streamlined new exam.
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