This document provides an overview of an Español II class, including grading criteria, topics, themes, 21st century skills, and examples of how technology will be integrated. The class will focus on Spanish language, culture, food, sports, activities, travel, shopping, and communication. Students will develop creativity and problem solving skills through projects, debates, and communication and collaboration with peers and their teacher using tools like Google Groups, Wordreference.com, and PowerPoint. An example technology integration project requires students to research and present on the culture of a Spanish-speaking country.

1. Bienvenido a la clase de Español II Srta. Voytus

2. Overview of Español II -Grading Criteria -Participation -Tests / Quizzes -Projects -Homework -Expectations -Respect -Language -Culture -21st Century Skills

3. Topics and Themes Food Sports Activities Travel Shopping Communication Culture

4. 21st Century Skills in the Spanish Classroom -Communication / collaboration tool -Resource for research / translation -Design projects more creatively

5. Learning and Innovation Skills in this Spanish Classroom Creativity and Innovation -Students will be working together to design creative projects Critical Thinking and Problem Solving -Students will debate real world issues affecting Spanish speaking countries Communication and Collaboration -Students will communicate with each other and the teacher to learn better

6. Samples of Technology in this Spanish Classroom -Google Group Site -Wordreference.com -Powerpoint Presentations -Cultural Comparisons

7. Sample Technology Integration Project Presenting the Culture of a Spanish Speaking Country -Research -Communication and collaboration with group members and advisor -Computer based presentation

8. ¿Preguntas? Ms. (Srta.) Voytus [email_address] (800)123-4567 groups.google.com/group/spanish-class ¡Gracias, y tengan una buena noche!