The first WebQuest model was designed by Bernie Dodge at San Diego State University in 1995. WebQuests are based on constructivist approaches to learning and the rationale behind is to involve learners in a challenging and interactive way as they make good use of Internet-based resources.

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Why not sharing what works for you with other teachers?

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I would like to share my experience with Public Speaking. The first step in "Public Speaking" was a real success. I started with the students that could speak more easily so that they volunteered to speak. This gave the others the confidence to volunteer as well. At the beginning students were very cautious, listening to the student who was presenting. They didn’t talk or interrupt at all. Only two or three students delivered their presentastions each class period. Students found themselves getting more and more excited while they were waiting to present their work. The teacher had to (...)

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Many teachers from Cerro Largo, Treinta y Tres and Salto shared their work, enjoyed the Forum and spent a great time in Melo. Proffesor Barbara Hall and Alicia Diaz from Pearson also joined them.

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Claudia’s aim was to work in coordination with the literature teacher. She shares with us not only what worked well but also some drawbacks she found.

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This is how events developed, step by step, photos included!

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Here you will find Aldo’s presentation. You can view and/or download the four parts in separate files.

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Join us in MELO on MAY 8th and 9th

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One activity I use at the end of a writing term is called a contrastive grammar writing activitiy. First, I ask students to think about some aspect of grammar in their native language that is different from English. This might be how verbs are used, or the word order. Next, I ask students to write down some examples on these differences. In Spanish, there are many, from very simple ones like "uno libro largo" (a long book) to more complicated ones. Then I ask students to talk to each other about their examples. Next, they write a short composition about these differences and how (...)

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In an attempt to share what works in the English classroom, teachers are encouraged to submit a “Best Practices” description for us to post on the Teaching English Net (ten) website.
Your description can include any number of subjects of interest to teachers at all levels.
You might divide this into: 1- A description of the activity 2- How it worked in the classroom 3 - Some practical ideas 4 - Concluding thoughts
Your Best Practices article can simply be about anything, such as creating a class play, using picture stories or other visuals, a new approach to letter writing, getting (...)

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