Tuesday, May 8, 2007

Course Reflection

I have really enjoyed this course. I never expected to be able to create a Pod cast much less post videos on a blog or better yet create my very own BLOG. I have been able to share this blog with my students (who are 5th graders) and they have enjoyed reading and watching what new ideas, and programs I am learning this semester.

I can't wait to take all the information and put it to use for next school year!!

P.S.

Keep checking back...I plan on taking my comps this fall and hopefully the results will be successful!!!

iNos vemos!

Software Evalution #3

Software Evaluation #3 Arthur’s Reading Race

Evaluation Outline

Title of Software: Arthur’s Reading Race

Producer: Tami Sloan Tsark

Target students (e.g., age or grade-level of students): 1st- 2nd grade

Proficiency level (e.g., beginning, intermediate, advanced): beginning-intermediate

Description: This software is full of colorful graphics that are age appropriate for lower grades. This program provides interactive graphics that the students will enjoy - while learning and reading with Arthur. The students are able to read along with the characters and help build their fluency and comprehension. They are also able to gain letter-sound recognition and phonemic awareness.

Language Skills Targeted: Listening, reading and speaking

Evaluation: Overall the software is age appropriate for beginning readers and the students will enjoy all the interactive characters and activities. I would recommend this program for emergent readers who are at the beginning stages of language development.

Tuesday, May 1, 2007

La Negra

I posted this video because it brought back many memories. I used to be a Folklorico dancer. I began when I was 5 and continued until I was 16 years old. I actually know this dance and have the same costume.

Hips don't lie