Linguae Francae

WHAT ARE THE   BENEFITS   AND   RISKS   OF USING THE INTERNET? Look at some more advantages of using the Internet: The Internet has a lot of advantages but we must make sure that we stay safe when we are using it.  Everyone who uses the Internet needs to know how to use it safely and correctly.  Do you always make responsible decisions when you're online? Take this quiz to see how good you are at being a digital citizen. Click on the link to download ➥  the Quiz  DIGITAL CITIZENSHIP How many points have you got? To finish this Unit 6 I want you to complete the Mind Map about the Internet.  Turn to the page 12 of your book to revise "What's the Internet?". Send me your Mind Maps before the 12th of June. And with this task we've finished the last module of our Natural Sciences book! Congratulations!  👍👍👍

HELLO EVERYBODY! WHAT'S WORD PROCESSING? Today we're going to identify the basic uses of word processing. Word processing is a type of software (a program) that is used to type and edit texts. I'm sure that this is nothing new for you and you've already typed and edited some texts. The aim of today's lesson is to learn some wordprocessing words in English and to practise  different tools for editing a text. 1.First, let's look at some vocabulary. Match these words to their translations.  Write your answers in the blog. 1. word processing -                  a)    seleccionar / resaltar   2. bold -                                         b)    barra de herramientas 3. bullet point  -                             c)    cur...

SOURCES OF INFORMATION. What sources of information would you use to get to know: 1. - What will the weather be like in London tomorrow? 2. - What are the names of your great grandparents? 3. - What is the meaning of the word "browser"? 4. - What are the latest news about coronavirus in Spain? 5. - When and where the bicycle was invented? And now think of your parents.  Did they use the same sources of information when they were your age to get the answers to these questions?  What sources did your parents use? Write your answers in the blog. Has the way we get information changed? Today we're going to evaluate two sources of information: the Internet and the Library. Which is better to find information? I'm sure that everybody of you has used the  World Wide Web (WWW)  in order to search different types of information. Remember, World Wide Web (WWW) is a system where information is stored and shared on different pages. Most web pages or sites contain links to other ...

1.WHAT'S THE INTERNET? There's no modern world without the Internet! Some people say that the Internet was the most important invention of the 20th century! How much do you agree or disagree with this statement?  The most important or not, but nowadays we can't imagine our lives without the Internet! Watch the video and find out some facts about the Internet. Open your book on page 12 2. WHAT'S THE INTERNET USED FOR? The most common use of the Internet is accessing the World Wide Web (www) The World Wide Web is used every day by millions of people for everything from checking the weather to sharing cat videos. But what is it exactly? This video describes this interconnected information system and explains how it's organized. - What do YOU use the Internet for? Post your answers in the blog:   I usually use the Internet for... 3. WHAT DO YOU NEED TO CONNECT TO THE INTERNET? 4. Activities: 1. Listen and match the descriptions to the words. Number the words in order ...

Hello everybody! Let's start by checking your Worksheet "Objects and machines!" (05-05-2020) a) Who has to design menus for his or her clients? Luke MacNally b) Whose work appears on television shows? Joanne Littlewood c) Who has to draw pictures of buildings and trees? John Sykes d) Who has to use a specific program in their job? John Sykes and Luke MacNally e) Which job do you think sounds the most interesting? Why? Your own answers ____________________________________________________________________________ COMPUTER TECHNOLOGY TODAY WE ARE GOING TO LEARN ABOUT THE HISTORY OF THE COMPUTER AND ITS BASIC FUNCTIONS. To start with, let's revise some computer words. 1. Click on the link and match the words to the picutres ➨ COMPUTER VOCABULARY 2. Match the words with the correct definition. Copy the definitions in your notebook! [ laptop, game, keyboard, mobile, email, screen, computer, website, Wi-Fi,  mouse. ] 1…….. - An electronic machine. You use it for going on t...

TECHNOLOGY IN SPORT Technological inventions have changed the way people practise sport. 1. Look at these pictures. Here are some machines that help us get fit. (click on the pictures to enlarge them) Can you match these words to the pictures:  TREADMILL, ROWING MACHINE,  STATIONARY BICYCLE, STEPPER. Write your anwers in the blog:  1. 2. 3. 4. Machine 1 Machine 2 Machine 3 Machine 4 2. You know that during those days of quarantine (cuarentena) when we couldn't leave our houses and flats  these machines have been of great help for us to keep us healthy. - Have you got any of these machines at home? - Have you ever done exercise using them? - In your opinion, what are the advantages of using this gym equipment? Write your answers in the blog. 3. Now I want you to do some listening. Listen to the interview "What's her job?" and identify the speaker's job. Is she an artist, a sound engineer or a fitness instructor? Write your answers in the blog. She is ....... . Cli...

MODERN TECHNOLOGY IN ART AND MUSIC. Modern technology has changed the way artists work. Many artists now use computer software to produce their work. The software transforms their movements into a digital image that is shown on the computer screen. I am not an artist but I tried to draw this rainbow using computer software. In this case I used a "Paint application" that is included in Windows.  Today I want you to be digital artists too and use this application or any other (I'm sure some of you have very professional ones) to create your digital rainbow or any digital image you want. Would you be able to match my digital work of art? If you have Windows, just follow these steps to get the app: 1. Go to the left bottom of your screen and in the box Escribe aquí para buscar  write "Paint" and the link will appear instantly.  2. Click on the link and it will take you directly to the app.  Once there you can find diffent tools to use: paint brushes (pinceles), form...

Hello everybody! I've checked your Transport Quiz. You did it very well! (those of you who did it...) Let's check your  Listening comprehension task (24-04-2020) Answer Key: MEANS OF TRANSPORT YEAR OF INVENTION   1. Horse and carriage   2000 B.C.   2. Bicycle   1816  3. Steam train  1817  4. Car   1889  5. Aerolplane   1903  6. Hovercraft   1950 _________________________________________________________________________ Today you're going to read about another curious invention related to transport:                CAT'S EYES . Do you know what  cat's eyes have to do with our safety on the roads? Read this text and find it out. Then, answer the questions in your notebook. ‘Cat’s eyes’ are small reflective discs that are embedded in roads. They are made of rubber and plastic and reflect the light from a car at night. They help drivers to see where...