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Seville Teacher Professional Development Program

International Classroom Observation & Cultural Immersion for U.S. Educators

Teacher Professional Development & Classroom Observation Program

March 6–12, 2027

Seville, Spain

A selective, small-cohort professional development program combining classroom observation in Spanish schools, pedagogical workshops, and cultural immersion.

Designed for educators who want practical strategies, global perspective, and real classroom insight.

Why This Program Stands Out

Most international programs are tours. This is a structured academic experience.

Participants gain:

What You’ll Learn

Classroom Observation

Observe real lessons in bilingual Spanish schools and analyze teaching strategies, student engagement, and classroom management in action.

Bilingual Education Methods

Understand how Spanish educators approach language immersion, content integration, and second-language acquisition in real classrooms.

Teaching Strategies & Engagement

Discover practical techniques to increase student motivation, participation, and meaningful learning outcomes.

AI & Modern Teaching Tools

Explore how AI and technology can enhance language learning and connect classroom content to real-world experiences.

Teacher Collaboration

Engage in discussions with Spanish educators, share perspectives, and reflect on different educational approaches.

Leadership & Professional Growth

Develop insights into teacher well-being, leadership, and sustainable teaching practices through guided workshops and round tables.

Real Classroom & Cultural Immersion

Experience professional development inside and outside the classroom through a fully integrated academic and cultural program.

In the Classroom:

Observe live instruction in bilingual Spanish schools
Analyze teaching methods and student engagement
Compare Spanish and U.S. education systems
Participate in guided reflection sessions
Interact directly with local educators

Beyond the Classroom:

Seville Cathedral & Alcázar
Jewish Quarter walking tour
Flamenco performance
Cooking class & wine tasting
Ceramic workshop
Day trip to Córdoba

This combination ensures you return with both practical teaching strategies and deep cultural understanding.

Program Details

Dates & Pricing

* Airfare not included

**Optional housing includes: 7 nights acommodation, private room and daily breakfast.

Certification & Documentation

This is a non-accredited professional development program. No CEUs or university credit awarded.

Bringing This Program to Your School or District?

Whether you’re an individual educator or leading a team, this program can be customized for your institution.

We Offer:

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this program accredited?

No. Participants receive a certificate of completion and documented contact hours, but no official academic credit.

Do I need to speak Spanish?

Yes. Classroom observations are conducted in Spanish. Participants must have sufficient proficiency to follow instruction.

Is this a tour or a professional program?

This is a structured professional development and classroom observation program hosted by an academic study center in Seville.

How many teachers participate?

Cohorts are intentionally small to preserve academic quality and meaningful interaction.

Can my district sponsor me?

Yes. We provide documentation to support funding requests.

What makes this different from large travel providers?

This program is operated directly by a local academic institution embedded in the Seville educational community, not by a travel intermediary.

Case studies

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Case Studies

Seamless Conference Planning with Alandis Travel: The WESIPS Conference

July 11, 2024

Alandis made our high schoolers' trip to Spain seamless! The staff at Alandis is absolutely wonderful. We, as teachers in the US, exchanged many emails for many months with Laura. She always responded with great detail, having checked into all of our questions and concerns thoroughly. Rocío, our trip leader took care of the things on the ground with local guides, and Michelle and Ramon were so welcoming and generous. We would absolutely plan a trip with them again.

I worked with Alandis Travel, an academic travel company that put together an intensive itinerary custom-tailored to my quirky interests. I couldn't have been happier. See trip review

Alandis Travel has been a stellar partner in organizing our exchange program with a school in Seville. The staff is dedicated to creating a rich experience for our students and provides us with ongoing support throughout our entire stay. Due largely to the efforts of Alandis Travel, this exchange program has become very popular among our students, and the campus in Seville is considered an extension of our campus in the U.S., focusing on experiential learning and language immersion.

Alandis Travel is a sheer joy to work with and treated us like family! Their professional dedication ensured the WESIPS Conferences have been successful since 2015. We hope to keep working with Alandis Travel for many years to come! Working with Eugenia Lopez, Francisco Cuenca, and Juanma on the 2024 WESIPS Conference was a true pleasure. In sum, Alandis Travel is a trustworthy organization and we hope to keep working with Alandis for many years to come!