NYT article on research suggesting that computers at home show little impact of student test scores, and for lower income households, may result in lower scores.
I used this as an assessment after teaching the vocabulary used to talk about the family. The students were very engaged in this project and also learned valuable computer skills that will be useful to them in the future.
Using Spanish-language films can allow students to practice their listening comprehension while also learning culture as presented in the film. Some of these films may be inappropriate in your situation so be sure to screen them before you show them to your students!
Music is a very effective way to teach Spanish vocabulary and to reinforce previously learned vocabulary and grammar. This link includes a list of both types of songs.
This wiki includes a list of unit plan ideas with essential questions. It is a good place to get ideas to create your own units or you can also use specific lessons from the various units.
AATSP is a professional organization specficially for teachers of Spanish and Portuguese. It requires membership to access much of the content, but also has some free content. It includes links to the National Spanish Exam and practice tests.
This is a lesson plan that asks students to investigate their culture and what defines them as individuals. It does not specifically teach Spanish, but would be a good way to begin a discuss of other cultures.
