Reflection

Developing my electronic portfolio was a great experience and improve my skill in creating a blog and being able to add files online. Working with others was a great advantage because they were able to help me and give feedback. I think that I would want to keep this portfolio so I can keep it as a template for future possible portfolios.

Formal Speaking #3

Presentational Speaking: Self- and Peer-AssessmentName of Speaker:Daniel Name of Reviewer:Daniel Assignment:Formal Speaking #3Date: 10/19/07The presentation was understandable.2 The information was important and interesting.2 The speech was organized with a main idea and details.3 There were few grammar errors interfering with the message:subject/verb agreementverb tensesword ordergender distinctions 3 The speaker spoke loudly and clearly. 3 The speaker used correct word stress and intonation.3 The speaker used visual materials as needed:transparencies, chalkboard, posters/paper3 The speaker used effective body language:facial expressions, eye contact, hand gestures3
1. Strengths of the presentation: I used examples from the articles.
2. Suggested improvements:Speak more clearly.

Informal Speaking #1

1. Please give the following information for your informal speaking:
Name: - Daniel
Assignment Title: - Informal Speaking #1
Date: - 10/26/07
2. I spoke clearly without hesitation. My pronunciation and intonation was natural.
3 moderately fluent
3. I used Spanish correctly, including grammar and word order.
3 usually accurate
4. I understood all of what was said to me.
3 generally understood
5. I used appropriate grammar structures and vocabulary in my responses.
3 most times
6. What I think I did very well on in this assignment:
I well on presenting ideas.
7. What I think I need to focus/improve on next time:
Be better prepared and organize thoughts

Informal Writing #2

Hola Lizett. Te estoy escribiendo para darte gracia por lo que hiciste. Gracias para conseguirme una entrevista para mi puesto de verano aprendí mucho sobre el campo. Yo pienso que la entrevista fue muy bien. Me preguntaron preguntas sobre por que quiero el puesto y si tenia experencia sobre el campo. Si me dan el puesto espero que hago muchas cosas. Trabajaré mucho y aprenderé todo que puedo sobre el campo.

Hasta luego

Daniel

Writing Rubric: Self-AssessmentName: Daniel

Date: 10/10/07

Assignment: Informal Speaking #2

Before writing, I think of what I know about the topic. I make a list of ideas, words, and phrases I might use.no

I organize my thoughts and ideas so that I can focus on one central idea.no

I choose ideas and examples that are appropriate for this culture.yes

I make sure the writing has a definite beginning, middle, and end.yes

I try to make my writing interesting.yes

I write a first draft and then I reread and revise.no

I check to make sure that my writing makes sense.no

I make sure the sentences relate to each other.no

I use familiar language structures so I know I am writing correctly.yes

If I do not know a word, I use a word or phrase I do know.yes

I make sure punctuation is correct according to the rules in this language.yes

I check my spelling.no I check my use of verb tenses (present, past, future, etc.).yes

I check my use of gender and agreements (masculine, feminine, neuter).yes

I ask someone who knows the language (classmate) to read my writing and give me feedback.no I make sure the final copy is legible (handwritten or typed).no
What I think I did very well on in this assignment:I did well on the verb agreements and on the format
What I think I need to focus/improve on next time:More details and better introduction

Informal Writng #3

Hola profesora. ¿Comó estás? Te estoy escribiendo para cuentate cómo fue mi viaje a España. Fue muy bien y no había muchas problemas. La llegada fue muy divirtida por que la familia estaba esperando para mi. Quede con los padres en una casa grande. Voy a tomar un curso de español y de fotografía. Voy a viajar con la familia a diferente lugares para tomar fotos para mi clase y para ver la cuidad.

Adios

Daniel

Writing Rubric: Self-Assessment

Name: Daniel Date: 10/111/07

Assignment: Informal Speaking #3

Before writing, I think of what I know about the topic. I make a list of ideas, words, and phrases I might use.no

I organize my thoughts and ideas so that I can focus on one central idea.no

I choose ideas and examples that are appropriate for this culture.no

I make sure the writing has a definite beginning, middle, and end.no

I try to make my writing interesting.yes

I write a first draft and then I reread and revise.no

I check to make sure that my writing makes sense.yes

I make sure the sentences relate to each other.no

I use familiar language structures so I know I am writing correctly.yes

I make sure punctuation is correct according to the rules in this language.yes

I check my spelling.no

I check my use of verb tenses (present, past, future, etc.).yes

I check my use of gender and agreements (masculine, feminine, neuter).yes

I ask someone who knows the language (classmate) to read my writing and give me feedback.no I make sure the final copy is legible (handwritten or typed).yes
What I think I did very well on in this assignment:I think I did well on writing about the trip
What I think I need to focus/improve on next time:More details and format of the letter

Informal Speaking #2

. Please give the following information for your informal speaking:
Name: - Daniel
Assignment Title: - Informal Speaking #2
Date: - 10/26/07
2. I spoke clearly without hesitation. My pronunciation and intonation was natural.
3 moderately fluent
3. I used Spanish correctly, including grammar and word order.
3 usually accurate
4. I understood all of what was said to me.
3 generally understood
5. I used appropriate grammar structures and vocabulary in my responses.
3 most times
6. What I think I did very well on in this assignment:
I mentioned both articles
7. What I think I need to focus/improve on next time:
Speak more clearly and prepare my thoughts

Formal Speaking#1

Presentational Speaking: Self- and Peer-AssessmentName of Speaker:DanielName of Reviewer:DanielAssignment:Formal Speaking# 1Date: 10/19/07The presentation was understandable.2 The information was important and interesting.2 The speech was organized with a main idea and details.3 There were few grammar errors interfering with the message:subject/verb agreementverb tensesword ordergender distinctions 3 The speaker spoke loudly and clearly. 3 The speaker used correct word stress and intonation.3 The speaker used visual materials as needed:transparencies, chalkboard, posters/paper3 The speaker used effective body language:facial expressions, eye contact, hand gestures3
1. Strengths of the presentation: Mention of both articles and used examples in the speaking
2. Suggested improvements:Speak more clearly and organize ideas.