Lesson Planning session 1

Choose an essential aspect to be considered when we create a lesson plan.

• the content of the book

• anticipated problems and solutions

• the internet service

• use colourful handouts

The ESL teacher will deliver a reading lesson, which will include a questionnaire. In the group, two learners generally complete their tasks really quickly. Then they usually get distracted. Choose two differentiation strategies that can be implemented here.

• give them an extra quiz

• let them do other activities

• prepare questions for a quiz about the reading

• pair them up with weaker learners for peer-teaching

In the same group, two students tend to need more time to complete tasks. Choose two differentiation strategies that can be implemented here.

• divide the text into smaller parts

• explain the vocabulary

• ask them to use the dictionary to look up words

• use vocabulary charts and pre-teach key words

​ ​ (a)   in lesson planning is essential for effective teaching. While a plan provides ​ (b)   , being adaptable allows teachers to respond to students' ​ (c)   , interests, and unexpected challenges. ​ (d)   helps address varying learning speeds, unanticipated questions, or shifts in classroom ​ (e)   .

• Flexibility
• structure
• needs
• dynamics

​ (a)   play a crucial role in lesson planning, providing tools to enhance ​ (b)   and support learning. Well-chosen materials, such as ​ (c)   , texts, technology, and hands-on activities, cater to ​ (d)   learning styles and make lessons more ​ (e)   .

• Resources
• engagement
• visuals
• diverse
• interactive

Resources should align with (a)   , be age-appropriate, and encourage participation. ​ (b)   with materials can confuse learners, so prioritizing (c)   over quantity is key. Thoughtfully integrating resources into lesson plans ensures they effectively support teaching goals, enrich the learning experience, and help students connect theory with (d)   application.

• objectives
• quality
• real-world
• Overloading

Design lessons that are aligned with subject-specific objectives and develop skills that are relevant to each subject area such as comprehension in English and problem-solving in Math. ​ ​

• Focus on core-subject skills
• Learner attributes

• Assessment and feedback

• Global Perspectives

............... assessment methods are integral to lesson planning, allowing teachers to set objectives that are measurable.

• Innovative

• Flexible

• Formative and summative

• Curricular

Lesson planning should incorporate activities that go beyond content knowledge, helping students develop skills like collaboration, communication and critical thinking.

• Inquiry-based learning

• Focus on Lifelong learning and skills

• Personalised learning

• Assessment and feedback

Learning objectives define the specific goals for student learning, breaking down complex topics into manageable, measurable parts.

• Encouraging high-order thiking

• Clarity and focus on instruction

• Measuring students progress

• Informing feedback and reflection