"Creating Bridges from Latin to Spanish" A Pre-Institute Workshop ACL Institute 2005 Albuquerque, New Mexico

Organizer: Dr. Edward V. George, retired, Texas Tech University, Lubbock, Texas
Presenters:
Dr. Daniel Erickson, University of North Dakota, Grand Forks, North Dakota
Dawn McRoberts, Kenwood Academy, Chicago, Illinois
Susan Robertson, Estacado High School, Lubbock, Texas

Latin study can make learning Spanish easier. Likewise, prior knowledge of Spanish can facilitate Latin study. We provide ideas and practice for Latin teachers wishing to incorporate Latin - Spanish bridges into Latin without upsetting current curriculum. Focus will be on vocabulary and sound changes. We will use "Concentration" - type games; topical vocabulary clusters; model dialogues;
simple bilingual (Latin or English with Spanish) texts; employment of your current textbooks; and other materials and approaches. Participants will also explore aspects of New World Hispanic life with roots in ancient Greco-Roman culture. The staff includes presenters with both Latin and Spanish teaching experience.
 

PHOTO GALLERY
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Photos: l. to r.
TOP: 1. Some attendees; 2. the staff: l to r, Daniel Erickson, Ed George, Dawn McRoberts, Susan Robertson; 3. The staff plus a distinguished visitor, Dr. Albert Baca, Retired from Cal State Northridge, the godfather of Latin - Spanish connection pedagogy; 4. Dr. Erickson and some class members; 5. The trilingual "Are You My Mother?" skit.
BOTTOM: 1-3. The trilingual "Are You My Mother?" skit; 4-5: Sue Robertson and puppet friends.