I have tried to incorporate a new, yet exciting, way to increase awareness of culture in my classroom. It has worked out well so far, but is still in progress.
I have created a new area in my classroom that is dedicated to culture. This month it is "Cultura de España~ Pinterest Style."
I created a board on my own personal Pinterest that includes all things cultural about Spain that I could find. I caught myself overwhelmed in it for over an hour! I figured if I was so addicted to this application as many others were, including some of my students, maybe it would be a way to get them excited about it too.
I had the kids do the research and find the pictures to go along with it. I had them share their findings and post them to the 'Classroom Board.' They are still working on these and each level will have a different tasks assigned with their grammar and vocabulary included.
I am sure there are so many ways to make Pinterest work for you!
Happy Pinning!
Kat Akers
IWLA VP
