Destinos 


 * // ¡Bienvenidos a "Destinos"! //**


 * //Introdución: What is Destinos? Destinos is an introductory Spanish video series or telenovela for beginning Spanish students made possible by the Annenberg Foundation and the Public Broadcasting System There are 52 episodes which span 5 different countries where students are introduced to Hispanic history and culture along with Spanish language of course. You should read "About Destinos" on the homepage. Most weeks you will be asked to watch at least one "episodio" and then answer some discussion questions in a blog format and respond to at least one other student from the class. The links for each episode will be here on the Destinos page. There are also language activities after you have watched and answered our discussion questions which you are highly encouraged to complete. This will help your vocabulary grow and assist you in acquiring grammar structures that will move you forward on your journey. The series is a bit dated and low budget. However, it is actually excellent in terms of the language and breadth of information included within. Each week, the language level and complexity of grammar will increase and over time you will benefit from listening, watching, and then speaking and writing about each episode. The episodes play nicely on the I-Pad and can be viewed multiple times. Your blog grade for Destinos will be an important part of your final grade along with your language learning. Pay special attention to the instructions for watching the series and learning from "context". Bueno, tu primer episodio "La Carta" te espera.//**

Episodio Uno "La Carta" Response