Spanish classes use everyday language in ecology projects

Keeley Ohman’s Spanish III Honors classes are completing their final project of the year, a cumulative video on Spanish-speaking countries of their choice which focuses on ecological issues.

Students’ can make their videos in any format, from a newscast to an adventure show.

Videos incorporate the grammar and vocabulary learned throughout the year but focus on the most recent units of material covered in class. In addition to ecological problems, sample topics that students can present in their video include the indigenous peoples and animals, culture, local weather and famous politicians of their chosen country.

Spanish teacher Keeley Ohman said, “By exploring diverse ecological situations in the context of the Spanish-speaking world, students are able to become more aware of global issues and become conscientious of the effects of their daily decisions.”