How can I prepare for the OPIc?
There is no specific way to prepare for the OPIc since it is a global measure of oral proficiency in Spanish. Students should work hard in all of their Spanish classes and regularly seek opportunities outside of class to practice the language on their own. (See, for example, our Tools & Resources and Spanish in the Community web pages.) Students could review grammar rules and vocabulary lists in hopes that this will help them on the exam. But these review activities, although helpful, are no substitute for extensive practice hearing and speaking (also reading and writing) the language. Such extensive practice is really the only way one could prepare for the OPIc. What if I am a native speaker of Spanish or I grew up in a Spanish speaking household? Native and “heritage” speakers (Individuals who grow up in the U.S. but in a Spanish speaking home) who are highly proficient might not need to take the OPIc. You may schedule an appointment with Dr. Darhower, who will determine or verify yo
