After watching this video on a "virtual classroom" which teaches students Spanish via a teacher who works from her own home, I thought this would relate to my previous post on adult learners- their determination and motivation. I see that these middle school students (7th and 8th gr.), wanted to learn a foreign language with the determination needed to succeed with distance learning. I have learned that motivation in the distance learning classroom plays a major role in the succeess of the students, whether they are middle school age or older adults.
As I plan my lessons for teaching Spanish to students, I will consider using a distance learning outlet, through "epals", SKYPE, or any other of the many useful tools to connect and converse with Spanish speaking students. I will use motivational techniques and well as my own determination to create a positive and successful experience for my students.
2nd source:http://www.edutopia.org/online-learning-west-virginia-virtual-school
Wednesday, May 12, 2010
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