Elementary Teacher Blog

I found this blog (http://elementaryteacherblog.blogspot.com/) really nice. In fact, it gives us real life examples and some tips that can be used inside the classroom.

I evaluated this blog with the following criteria:

1. Personal voice: the blog has information from a teacher's point of view.
   
2. Rapid response time: I haven't check this point yet.
3. Ability to link so that readers can verify the facts behind a blogpost: data is related to teaching, so it can be useful when you deal with students. Also, I think it shows some examples and techniques to make the students achieve a better comprehension.
   
4. Very good writing skills

Cal Teacher Blog: 100

This blog (http://calteacherblog.blogspot.com/) offers some interesting information about teaching. You should visit it!

I evaluated this blog with the following criteria:

1. Personal voice: all the texts have the author's personal touch.
   
2. Rapid response time: I haven't check this point yet.
3. Ability to link so that readers can verify the facts behind a blogpost: all the information is made from a very personal point of view. So, I think it's better because it is not only "copy-paste" from Internet.
   
4. Outstanding writing skills

All about Music

This is a nice blog about music in every kind of genres. (http://its-about-music.blogspot.com/). Just take a look!

I evaluated this blog with the following criteria:

1. Personal voice: the author of the blog has a nice way to post the information about music.
   
2. Rapid response time: I haven't check this point yet, but I'm sure he will answer right away.
3. Ability to link so that readers can verify the facts behind a blogpost: the information can be found in Internet. Also, he shares links where we can find and download some songs.
   
4. Nice writing skills

Daniel Nester

This blog is really interesting (http://nestersteaching1.blogspot.com/). Here you can get data and tips to improve your English Skills.

I evaluated this blog with the following criteria:

1. Personal voice: Daniel has his own style, so the blog is really original.
   
2. Rapid response time: I haven't check this point yet, but I'm sure he will answer right away.
3. Ability to link so that readers can verify the facts behind a blogpost: all the information can be verified in Internet. As a matter of fact, in some topics he uses videos and audio to make the explanation understandable.
   
4. Good writing skills

John C Mullen

I found this blog (http://johncmullen.blogspot.com/) and it seems really nice. The author shares links and comments for university students of English, and of British civilization.

I evaluated this blog with the following criteria:

1. Personal voice: the author uses a personal point of view to explain the topics.
   
2. Rapid response time: I haven't check this point yet, but I'm sure it would be fast.
3. Ability to link so that readers can verify the facts behind a blogpost: all her information can be checked in Internet. In fact, the study links are connected with his classes.
4. Very nice writing skills

Successful Teaching

I just checked this blog (http://successfulteaching.blogspot.com/) and I think it was really interesting. In this blog, you can find tips and information about teaching!

I evaluated this blog with the following criteria:

1. Personal voice: the author of the blog has her own way to see the information.
2. Rapid response time: I haven't check this point yet, but I'm sure she will answer fast.
3. Ability to link so that readers can verify the facts behind a blogpost: all the information can be verified in Internet. In fact, she shares a lot of links where we can find interesting data.
   
4. Excelent writing skills

Lourdes's blog

Please take a look at this blog http://techsuccess69.blogspot.com/ It is from my friend Lourdes. Here, you can find really nice information about teaching skills that you may develop in your class.

I evaluated this blog with the following criteria:

1. Personal voice: this blog is an extension of Lourdes, since she use her personal touch to create and share the information.
2. Rapid response time: I haven't check this point yet, but I'm sure she will answer right away.
3. Ability to link so that readers can verify the facts behind a blogpost: all her information can be checked in Internet. In fact, she shares a lot of links where we can find interesting information.
   
4. Good writing skills

Paola's blog

This is the blog from my friend Paola http://teachingbloq.blogspot.com/ If you visit it, you will find valuable information to use in your class. Go ahead and enjoy!

I evaluated this blog with the following criteria:

1. Personal voice: this blog shows Paola's personality.
   
2. Rapid response time: She answered really fast to the comments.
3. Ability to link so that readers can verify the facts behind a blogpost: You can verified all the data in her blog.
   
4. Nice writing skills

Celia's blog

I just found this really interesting blog (http://teachingsources.blogspot.com/) where you can find tips and information to use inside your classroom. Just take a look at it...

I evaluated this blog with the following criteria:

1. Personal voice: Celia's blog is nice and you can see that her style is in every piece of information she shares.
   
2. Rapid response time: Really fast!
3. Ability to link so that readers can verify the facts behind a blogpost: Data can be verified, so you can be sure that it is reliable. Besides, she shares links where we can find interesting information.
   
4. Very nice writing skills

Some facts about me :)

I really enjoy reading, especially thrillers... Also, I usually go to the movies with my friends and I love outdoor activities.

Links with Teaching Material!

Links:

1. Bingo card creator
http://www.bingocardcreator.com/bingo-cards/english-language/irregular-verbs

In this link you may find a tool to create your own bingo cards. Enjoy!

2. Certificates
http://www.123certificates.com/

In this link you can make nice certificates for your students. A certificate is a good way to motivate them.

3. Printable
http://printables.familyeducation.com/

This website is about printable material for different topics including holidays. This page is friendly and has very useful materials to develop the topics with your students in a creative way.

4. Holidays
http://www.holidays.net/

In this site you will find information about important holidays around the world. In fact, you can get the information from different religions, so you can appreciate the meaning of these days in diverse cultures.

5. Grammar
http://www.englishmedialab.com/beginnervideos.html

For those who are going to teach vocabulary to beginners, this link can help you to have an idea in what to do.

Video Lesson Plan

This is a part of a video lesson plan that I did with my classmates. It is a really interesting way to catch the students' attention. In fact, you can use this kind of activity in your regular classes.

Webquest (Holidays)

This is a picture from our Webquest. It is about holidays, so we can use the activities inside our classrooms. It´s a funny way to make our students understand this topic. If you want it, just leave a comment in my blog.