aidemia--modules-lessonstartideas_type	Give a creative idea how to begin a lesson
Which subject	Spanish
What age group	Year or Grade 9
What topic	Greetings
Quantity	1
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Lesson Introduction: Greetings in Spanish

Objective

Kickstart students' engagement in learning Spanish greetings by using a relatable, interactive, and technology-friendly approach.

The Digital Greeting Game

Hook: The Mystery Message

1. Prepare in Advance: Create a digital escape room or puzzle using tools like Google Forms, Kahoot!, or a web-based escape room generator. The theme should revolve around "greetings" in Spanish.

2. Introduction (5 Minutes): Begin the class by dimming the lights and giving students a mysterious envelope. Inside, there’s a QR code or a link leading them to the digital escape room. Let them know that this game will introduce them to various Spanish greetings!

3. Mission: Explain that they have a series of challenges and puzzles to complete in order to unlock a final greeting message in Spanish. Stress that teamwork is encouraged, as they'll need to work together to solve the riddles.

Sample Puzzle Ideas:

• Matching Game: Students match English greetings to their Spanish counterparts.
• Fill in the Blanks: Complete greetings based on a contextual story you provide.
• Audio Challenge: Listen to audio clips of greetings and identify which ones are formal and informal.

Wrap-Up (10 Minutes)

Once students complete the digital game, gather them for a class discussion. Ask open-ended questions like:

• Which greeting do you think is the most useful?
• How do greetings change based on context in different cultures?

Transition to Lesson:

Conclude by saying, "Now that you’ve unlocked the secret to Spanish greetings, let's deepen our understanding and practice them together!"

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This engaging start not only introduces the topic but also leverages technology to create excitement and collaboration among students.