Monthly Archives: August 2009
Realistic Time Management
I just got an interactive whiteboard (specifically a Promethean Board) for this school year. I have really enjoyed playing around with it and trying different activities through the Flipcharts (similar to a PowerPoint but run through the Promethan board software). … Continue reading
Sugarfree Google
What I really mean with that title is that Google does not sugar coat information. A disadvantage to knowing that all the answers (and anything someone could want to know) can be found online is the compulsive desire to search … Continue reading
Business as unusual
I recently talked to someone in the business world and got an interesting view about language proficiency in real life. The view on Spanish was not too surprising. If you are going to learn Spanish, the Latin American forms are … Continue reading
Flip Video parte 2
Earlier this week I blogged about my wish list for the future. It was short, consisting only of a flip video (preferably in an interesting color). Today I found research that proves the academic benefits of using mini video projects … Continue reading
Flip Video
I might believe in Santa Claus, but I already have a list written. It only has one item on it – a Flip Video. David Pogue highlights the basic functions of the flip video. However, the possibilities are endless. Larry … Continue reading
SnagFilms Widget
SnagFilms has the potential to be a great addition to a classroom. There are limited films for Spanish right now, but they are frequently adding more titles. In 8th grade the students read a short novel that takes place in … Continue reading
Spanish bullfighting (on a budget)
BBC NEWS | Programmes | From Our Own Correspondent | Spanish bullfighting on a budget In Spain, the recession is testing the nation’s passion for that most cherished of traditions – bullfighting. One at a time, six beasts will be … Continue reading
Food is Culture
This is true. The food and holidays are a hook to teach the more indepth cultural aspects which are necessary in the global economy. The students almost do not realize that there is a deeper lesson than talking about a … Continue reading
Handbook
Handbook of Emerging Technologies for Learning – Annotated Emerging Technologies for Learning. I believe that this is a great resource for someone who is thinking about emerging their classroom in technology. There are many questions that need to be answered … Continue reading
Tweet Treats
I might be a disappointment, but I do not see any benefit of using Twitter with my students. At the middle school level, some of them are just learning how to type. There is not much advantage to try and … Continue reading
