Tuesday, March 22, 2011

PUERTO RICAN CULTURE

In Chapter 6 we defined culture and talked about cultural differences.  In this blog, you will have the opportunity to present one aspect of our culture.  You will present this in a different manner......talking photos.

To do this, you must register or sign up with fotobabble.com. Once you register, you can create your talking photos.

To create the talking photo, upload one of your photos and then simply record your voice (microphone required).  Minimum of 5 sentences Then post the picture on your blog.

Here are my examples:


 


TASK:  Each student should create his/her own talking photo on fotobabble.com.  Then upload it to your blog.  Under the picture, copy the code from Embed this Fotobabble and paste it to your new post.

DUE DATE:  April 10, 2011

Wednesday, March 9, 2011

WHERE'S THE MORRO?

In class we have been practicing how to give and follow directions. You have also learned some prepositions of location. Using what you have learned, together prepare a dialogue asking for and giving directions.


TASK: Pretend you are lost and ask someone for directions. Videotape the scene and then upload it to your blog. All members must participate. Make sure you talk loud enough so the audio can be heard. Title for the post: Where's the Morro?

DATE DUE: March 30, 2011

Friday, March 4, 2011

Profile Information

Every member should fill out his/her profile information.

TASK: In your blog, go to edit profile. Complete the following information:

General >>> Gender

Location >>> Country

Work >>> Industry

Extended Information >>> Interests, About Me, Favorite Movies, Favorite Music, Favorite Books
In About Me write a paragraph of at least 4 sentences.  In the other sections, list at least 3 for each category. Place a comma after each one.)

All other information is OPTIONAL. You should ALSO upload a picture.


DATE DUE: March 18, 2011