Frequently Asked Questions

 

OPOS COURSE

How does the platform work?

Twice a month on a Monday morning when you log in to the platform, you will find a new video/audio lesson with supporting materials for you to download relating to a series of Learning Situations and the Syllabus Document. The first input date is 8th September, 2025. Needless to say, you can watch the video as often as you like and at a time to suit you. You can also complete assignments at a time to suit you but by the end of each month you should make sure you are up-to-date!

 

How does the payment work?

 Once you sign up for the course, you will enter your debit/credit card details.  This needs to be by 1st September, 2025 at the latest.  Please contact me if you are unable to meet this deadline.  Let’s assume your first payment is made on 1st September, your card will automatically be charged on the 1st of every subsequent month for the duration of the Year 1 course. 

Can I cancel my subscription?

Yes, of course.  You simply need to let me know that you don’t want to continue, and I will cancel your subscription and send you a screenshot to confirm the cancellation.  If you are due a refund, you will normally receive this within 24 hours.

 

How long is the course? 

Year 1 is covered in 9 months:  8th September, 2025  – May 31st ,2026.  The focus is on the Syllabus Document and 8 Learning Situations.

Year 2 is covered in 10 months: 7th September, 2026 – June 30th, 2027.  The focus is on the Topics (a minimum of 40) and the Supuesto Práctico paper.

 

How is regional legislation dealt with in the Syllabus Document? 

The regional decrees, Orders and Laws quoted in the model text which I share with you are taken from the Comunidad Valenciana.  It is obviously impossible to provide multiple versions of the text to cover all the autonomous regions.  For that reason, I will prepare a table detailing key legislation for your region BUT ultimately, you are responsible for checking this.

What contact do I have with Christa? 

On the platform, under the heading “Community”, you will see that 2 LIVE Q&A sessions are scheduled per month – one at 0930h and the other at 1700h – to suit most timetables.  In addition, you can ask a question in the COMMENT section on the platform.  This immediately appears on my mobile and I answer promptly.  I am also contactable via email and Whatsapp and also respond very promptly to your queries.

 

1 Month Teacher Development Courses

Why don’t you ask your school if they can contribute financially to your professional development with these courses?  I am known to CEFIRE in the Valencian Community as a course provider over many years.  Worth a try!

How do these courses work?

During 4 weeks, you will receive 8 pre-recorded videos (2 per week) explaining teaching ideas for the classroom.  The first course focuses on teaching PHONOLOGY.  You will be able to download a multitude of activities which are ready-to-use in your classroom.  In addition to sharing activities, my aim is to build your self-confidence by increasing your knowledge of the subject – but the focus will be on practical application rather than theoretical.

 

How do I pay?

When you sign up on the platform, you enter your debit/credit card details and you will be charged a one-time payment of 195 Euros for the course. 

 

How long will it be available?

This first course and subsequent courses will remain on the platform for the academic year September 2025 to June 2026. 

 

What other 1 month courses are planned?

Future short courses for teacher development include:  TEACHING WRITING and BUILDING LEXIS.

 

What contact do I have with Christa?

On the platform, under the heading “Community”, you will see that 2 LIVE Q&A sessions are scheduled per week – one at 0930h and the other at 1700h – to suit most timetables.  In addition, you can ask a question in the COMMENT section on the platform.  This immediately appears on my mobile and I answer promptly.  I am also contactable via email and Whatsapp and also respond very promptly to your queries.