![]() ![]() Libro Libre is consistent and well-organized, with each chapter containing a cultural reading, a goal-setting page, a list of student learning outcomes for the chapter, a pre-chapter activity, vocabulary and grammatical explanations with interspersed activities, the list of student outcomes, a reflection page of goals achieved, a list of the chapter’s vocabulary, and a space for additional vocabulary learned. An instructor can always supplement with further discussion. I think this is an advantage as a reference and initial explanation that won’t overwhelm a student. The instructions and explanations are clear and concise. There is also vocabulary that would be useful not only to students but also to a younger generation. I appreciated the inclusion of an explanation of transgender and non-binary pronouns in particular. I appreciated the mention of things to look out for/errors to avoid and pneumonic devices or other strategies to help students understand the usage of structures in Spanish. Libro Libre contains accurate and concise explanations of grammar. ![]() There is a cultural reading at the beginning of each chapter and some cultural information (such as regional differences in vocabulary), but additional cultural information such as grammar and vocabulary in a cultural context (videos, for example) would make the OER text more comprehensive. There are listening and video exercises, games, spaces to jot down additional vocabulary, and goal-setting pages. This is a truly comprehensive text in terms of grammatical structures, inclusive language, and variety of activities. ![]() Libro Libre would be ideal for the first two semesters of Spanish. Reviewed by Anna Proffit, Associate Professor, City Colleges of Chicago on 3/8/23
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