The quarter is almost over. I hope you learned something in the class and as well as enjoyed it. Now I would like some feedback from you by answering the following questions related to the class.
1. What did you enjoy most about the course?
2. What didn't you like about the class?
3. Did you like the idea of creating a blog? Why or why not?
4. Which blog did you like the most? Why?
5. Which blog didn't you like? Why not?
6. What problems or difficulties did you have with the blog?
7. Would you recommend me to continue using blogs as part of the class? Why or why not?
8. Do you think it would be better to do the blog individually or in group?
9. What would you have liked to do in class that was not done?
Enjoy the week off and good luck on your finals!
TASK: Copy each question and write the response right after. Post on the CLASS blog. Please be sincere and specific.....this helps me improve myself as a professional.
DATE DUE: April 25, 2011
Thursday, April 14, 2011
Saturday, April 2, 2011
INTERACTIONS
One of the reasons for blogging in the class is to have the opportunity to interact with your classmates and with students from other sections. To be able to do this I have made a list of all the blogs and their URLs that were posted. The list is available on RESERVE in the library.
TASK: Comment on at least 10 different entries. You may comment on posts published by your group members, your classmates, and students of other sections. Make sure you comment outside your class.
DATE DUE: April 21, 2011
TASK: Comment on at least 10 different entries. You may comment on posts published by your group members, your classmates, and students of other sections. Make sure you comment outside your class.
DATE DUE: April 21, 2011
Thursday, March 31, 2011
ENTERTAINMENT
Chapter 8 is about entertainment. With the use of Internet, we now have access to many, many videos, movies, and songs. Share with the class one of your favorites.
Here is the link to one of my favorite videos:
http://youtu.be/TWucYbAp8Lk
For me, Michael Jackson was one of the best performers ever. He was a great dancer and his videos were very creative. I like this video of "Smooth Criminal" because of the dancing, the music, and the costumes. I especially like the part where they sway sidesways. It looks like they are about to fall. I read they had special shoes made for that segment which just lasted a couple of seconds. I also liked the part with the kids. Hope you enjoy it as much as I do.
TASK: Upload one of your favorite videos, movie clips, or songs. Write a short paragraph about it (5-7 sentences).
DATE DUE: April 18, 2011
Here is the link to one of my favorite videos:
http://youtu.be/TWucYbAp8Lk
For me, Michael Jackson was one of the best performers ever. He was a great dancer and his videos were very creative. I like this video of "Smooth Criminal" because of the dancing, the music, and the costumes. I especially like the part where they sway sidesways. It looks like they are about to fall. I read they had special shoes made for that segment which just lasted a couple of seconds. I also liked the part with the kids. Hope you enjoy it as much as I do.
TASK: Upload one of your favorite videos, movie clips, or songs. Write a short paragraph about it (5-7 sentences).
DATE DUE: April 18, 2011
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
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
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
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
Wednesday, February 23, 2011
Restaurant Interview
In Chapter 3 we talked about foods, recipes, and restaurants. For this blog, you should interview the owner or manager of a restaurant (not a fast-food restaurant). All group members should participate in the interview.
Ask at least 10 questions. You can ask when restaurant was first opened, specialties, number of employees, number of restaurants and other locations, etc. You can also interview other people (employees and/or customers).
Make sure to inform the people who you interview, that they are being videotaped. Ask them to sign a release form.
TASK: Start with a brief introduction (name of restaurant, location, and name of person being interviewed). Interview the manager / owner. Minimum 10 questions. Videotape the interview and then upload video to your blog.
DATE DUE: March 23, 2011
Ask at least 10 questions. You can ask when restaurant was first opened, specialties, number of employees, number of restaurants and other locations, etc. You can also interview other people (employees and/or customers).
Make sure to inform the people who you interview, that they are being videotaped. Ask them to sign a release form.
TASK: Start with a brief introduction (name of restaurant, location, and name of person being interviewed). Interview the manager / owner. Minimum 10 questions. Videotape the interview and then upload video to your blog.
DATE DUE: March 23, 2011
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