This ¡LISTOS! IPA Pack Download is based on two authentic resources: infographic chart and exclusive two-minute video filmed in Mexico of Lola and Yasmina in a café talking about what technology they use and how, and the ways technology and social media have changed their lives in 100% Spanish.

This pack includes step-by-step instructions, and reading and listening comprehension activities that follow the ACTFL model. Complete with an explanation of an IPA and how to use it, and nine Interpretive Tasks that break down the content, increase recognition of key words and phrases, develop context awareness, and promote language usage. In addition, it provides creative options for writing and/or speaking Interpersonal and Presentational Tasks, answer keys, and rubrics for each mode.

Spanish:  Novice/Mid Level

Global Theme: Science and Technology: social impact of technology

Topics: technology, smart devices, and social media

Essential Questions: 

• Which electronic devices are popular?
• Which social media apps are popular?
• How have technology and social media changed our lives?

Suggested Grammar “Pop-up” Lessons:

• present tense
• present perfect tense
• preterite
• imperfect

Instant download delivery only. 23-page PDF (IPA), infographic, and three-minute MP4 video file in each. ©2016. Spanish. Novice/Mid Level.

About the Authors

Melissa Creamer and Elaine Swope have been teaching in Northeast Ohio for more than 10 years. They have similar teaching philosophies and styles, and have been working together to incorporate Integrated Performance Assessments and activities in their classes for the past several years. Together, they have presented sessions at the OFLA Annual Conference, ACTFL and have been guest speakers in education methodology classes for their alma mater.