Debate on Traditional Spanish Bullfighting
Why are traditions important?
What happens if a tradition is no longer viewed as appropriate?
How do bullfighting originate?
What makes bullfighting a part of Spanish culture?
Do you believe it is cruel to continue bullfighting?
Why do people disagree with you?
What are the pros?
What are the cons?
Tuesday, March 31, 2009
Sunday, March 15, 2009
Dodge Reading- Web Quests
Bernie Dodge describes explains that traditional lesson plans and instruction do not push the students enough. He gives the example of students who are asked to do a report on Canada, but quickly forget the information once the project is completed. The principle to "Challenge your learners to think" illustrates the importance for students to be engaged in their learning to make it meaningful.
In our Web Quest about different Spanish speaking countries, students will be challenged to seek information as well as relate the information to previous assumptions and information. They will have the opportunity to really acquire the information and understand the application of it. Web Quests are a great way to get students involved with their learning.
In our Web Quest about different Spanish speaking countries, students will be challenged to seek information as well as relate the information to previous assumptions and information. They will have the opportunity to really acquire the information and understand the application of it. Web Quests are a great way to get students involved with their learning.
Tuesday, March 3, 2009
Reiser Reading
The activities described in the Reiser reading are projected to instruct students on interdisciplinary topics through a variety of learning styles. Reiser describes the different stations in which the students can work and explore the topics in small groups to help teach one another with a low affect level.
The Integrated Final Projects are also geared to teach at least four interdisciplinary topics to coordinate school curriculum. This helps students to see the value and relevance of the topics being taught. The final projects use technology in appropriate ways to help students explore new ways of finding information.
In the constantly technologically advancing society students are currently being exposed to, it is necessary to utilize every opportunity to apply these advances in the classroom. Students, in general, are quick to understand technology and find more interest in the curriculum when modern methods are included in instruction.
It takes planning and sincere thoughtfulness on the part of the teacher to utilize these lesson plans with current technology, but the advantages to both students and teachers make the effort well worth it.
The Integrated Final Projects are also geared to teach at least four interdisciplinary topics to coordinate school curriculum. This helps students to see the value and relevance of the topics being taught. The final projects use technology in appropriate ways to help students explore new ways of finding information.
In the constantly technologically advancing society students are currently being exposed to, it is necessary to utilize every opportunity to apply these advances in the classroom. Students, in general, are quick to understand technology and find more interest in the curriculum when modern methods are included in instruction.
It takes planning and sincere thoughtfulness on the part of the teacher to utilize these lesson plans with current technology, but the advantages to both students and teachers make the effort well worth it.
Monday, March 2, 2009
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