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In a time when we are encouraged to be inclusive and support one another, I wonder how some of the mainstream culture practices support this shift. In this post, I question a popular community-building activity in the hopes that we engage in it conscientiously. ​

Abrazos,
​Doctora Collado

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In this post, I discuss Seymour Papert's concept of "powerful ideas" as it relates to technological tools, and what does it look like when applied to world languages lessons. 

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Doctora Collado

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Maracas are a popular musical instrument, particularly in the Spanish speaking world. But maracas, are much more than that. Watch the video to find out how maracas can improve the energy around you. ​

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Doctora Collado 

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Spanish is the second most spoken language in the United States. It is a privilege for me to teach my first language. In this post, I share some of the reasons why teaching and learning Spanish is much more than acquiring a new skill. ​

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Doctora Collado 

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I believe that a spiritual journey is a racial history journey. In this post, I share my experience, which involved attending The Race Institute last fall. Click on the link to find out more. 

Abrazos,
Dra. Collado Meléndez

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Today, I share how I am rescuing anpart of my identity by returning to the use of my mother's last name.

Abrazos,
Dra. Collado Meléndez

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My preferred approach to planning thematic units as well as professional projects, is to do it backwards. In this post, I share the basic idea behind UbD framework created by Jay McTighe and Grant Wiggins. 

Hasta pronto,
Dra. Collado Meléndez

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This post is related to the song Waka Waka by Shakira, used as the official FIFA World Cup song in 2010. The song was written in Spanish, English, and Cameroonian. Below are a few links to the videos and additional information. There are divergent data and controversy over the song, so I will let you be the judge. ​

Waka Waka - English version

​Waka Waka - Spanish version

Wikipedia Info. (It is aligned with most sources read.)

Zangalewa - Original song

If you have additional information related to the song, please share in the comments below. 

Abrazos, 
​Doctora

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Growing up and living with financial struggles can be a source of shame and guilt. Today, I share an anecdote that shows how the problem is more common than what we think, as it may be the result of economic marginalization. ​

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Doctora Collado