Gemini – Synthesis Project Guide

… Gemini – Synthesis Project Video Guide  … Gemini – Synthesis Project Notes (Addendum) All Synthesis Task directions and details are contained within each Learning Module in Blackboard. Please copy directions and requirements for each task and implement them in a matter that best fits your classroom delivery style. … The Synthesis Project is […]

Project Resources: What is a Reliable Source For Academic Research?

… Content sourced and modified from Wikimedia Commons. … Overview: Research should be based on reliable, third-party, published sources with a reputation for fact-checking and accuracy. This means that we only publish the opinions of reliable authors, and not the opinions of students / other people who have read and interpreted primary source material for […]

Project Resources: How To Effectively Present Your Research Project

… This guide is provided for the benefit of Modern Language students at Finger Lakes Community College. However, the counsel here is probably good enough to satisfy most other academic endeavors. Enjoy! … Define: Synthesis In general, the noun synthesis (from the ancient Greek σύνθεσις, σύν “with” and θέσις “placing”) refers to a combination of […]

Project Resources: How To Choose An Effective Research Topic

… This guide is provided for the benefit of Modern Language students at Finger Lakes Community College. However, the counsel here is probably good enough to satisfy most other academic endeavors. Enjoy! … What is your major / focus / passion? The Synthesis Project is a chance for you to discover something new about the […]

Instructional Resources: Synthesis Project Guide

… Synthesis Project Video Guide  … Synthesis Project @ FLCC – Overview Module 1: Resources  – Verify your understanding of the Synthesis Project creation process. – Increase working knowledge of the FLCC Library and the FLCC Writing Center. Module 2: Topic  – Reflect on a topic related to the culture of the target language […]

Project Resources: Spanish and French Project Examples From Students at FLCC

… ANIMATION: Animoto – Bastille Day (French) Animoto – Notre Dame de Chartres (French) Animoto – Paris Landmarks (French) Animoto – French Educational System (French) BLOG AND WRITING: Blogger – Spanish in Elementary Classrooms (Spanish) Blogger – Picasso’s Guernica (Spanish) Blogger – Traditional Mexican vs. Tex-Mex (Spanish) Buncee – The 1942 Vélodrome Roundup in Paris (French) […]

Writing Resources: How to Prepare a Critical Review of Cultural Cinema

Writing Resources: How to Prepare a Critical Review of Cultural Cinema WORKING WITH THE MATERIAL: Make sure you know your material inside and out! Follow these guidelines: Find a nice quiet place and time to view the film. Turn OFF your phone. No calls, texts, internet. Send the kids/roommates to another room. Remove ALL distractions […]

Project Resources: Research Project Topic Ideas (Spanish/Hispanic)

… IF YOU WANT TO IMMERSE YOURSELF IN HISPANIC CULTURE: Research some aspect of culture of a particular Spanish-speaking country/region. Research a national holiday in a Spanish-speaking country. Research a religious holiday in a Spanish-speaking country. Research a celebration in a Spanish-speaking country (quinceañera, wedding, or other life-cycle celebration). … IF YOU LIKE ART OR […]

Project Resources: Research Project Topic Ideas (French/Francophone)

… IF YOU WANT TO IMMERSE YOURSELF IN FRANCOPHONE CULTURE: Research some aspect of culture of a particular French-speaking country/region. Research a national holiday in a French-speaking country. Research a religious holiday in a French-speaking country. Research a celebration in a French-speaking country (birthday, wedding, or other life-cycle celebration). Research one of the regional languages […]

Project Resources: Free Online Resources for Creative Projects

… These are online programs that can be used to create at least ONE, free, creative project. Please read the directions / instructions carefully when utilizing these resources, and enjoy learning to use new online tools! If you would like to use a digital program that is not included in the list below, please check with […]