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4. Set clear goals and realistic outcomes for the students, help them track
their progress, and provide detailed and encouraging feedback.
Language Item Meaning of the item How you will present Concept Checking Grammatical Pronunciation
meaning Questions form
1. Notebook a small book either with blank or ruled pages for writing I will present an example of a 1. Do you have a Noun /ˈnəʊtbʊk/
notes in. notebook by using a notebook?
slideshow/flashcard, 2. Can you read
displaying an image of the from this book?
item with its use and 3. What can this
meaning. I will also show a book be used
physical example or realia for?
and demonstrate its use.
2. Magazine A large thin book with a paper cover I will present an example of a 1. What can you Noun /maɡəˈziːn/
that contains news stories, articles, photographs, etc; Magazine by using a see in a
slideshow/flashcard, magazine?
displaying an image of the 2. Does a
item with its use and magazine have
meaning. I will also show a pictures in it?
physical example or realia. 3. Is it small?
3. Newspaper A set of large printed sheets of paper, containing news, I will present an example of a 1. Does it contain Noun /ˈnjuːzpeɪpə/
articles, advertisements, etc. and published every day or Newspaper by using a News?
every week; slideshow/flashcard, 2. Do you read
displaying an image of the the
item with its use and newspaper?
meaning. I will also show 3. Is it a book?
physical examples or realia.
Warmer To engage the 10 T-Ss 1. Have students play a game Students will feel more confident
students in the Minutes Teacher-Students “Hot Potato” by arranging and will be more open to
lesson, break the ice them in a circle. The teacher participating in the lesson.
between the Ss-Ss will give a word and then throw
students and review Students-Students the hot potato (ball) to a They will feel more comfortable in
as well as revise student. the space and interacting with one
previously learned 2. The student then has to say a another and will be able to better
vocabulary and (Whole Class) word relating to the word the understand the topic and context of
introduce the lesson teacher said. For (example: the lesson.
context. elephant-big/grass-green)
3. The students have 5 seconds to
pass the ‘hot potato’ on. If they
don’t say a word within the
time the ‘hot potato’ is given to
the teacher to start the game
again and the student must sit
down.
4. The last student standing is the
winner.
The topic that I decided to choose for the lesson is “Documents & Text”
This topic focuses on 10 different types of “Documents” or “Text” that the students may have made use of or seen at some point in their lives or perhaps
even daily, this would be an informative lesson that I think the students would relate to and feel empowered when they can refer to these items in the
English Language and be able to understand their use and meaning.
Method:
The methodology used in this lesson is PPP. I chose to structure the lesson in this way for the numerous benefits that PPP offers.
PPP provides a simple and easy-to-follow structure that allows you to plan lessons in an effective manner that is also engaging and memorable for students.
Each of the students has different learning styles and abilities as well as goals, this lesson is structured to ensure that the goals and needs of each of the
students are met. The information in this lesson is broken down into smaller sections for the students and focuses on the aspects of the target language that
are most important, thus improving memorization and understanding, in an environment that is safe and where they can learn and grow, the structure also
assists them gradually in building their confidence and communicating more naturally.
Structure:
I start the lesson off by greeting the students and then performing a warmer exercise.
The warmer exercise that I have chosen “Hot Potato” is engaging and is a great way to get the students mentally prepared for the lesson. It is also a fun way
to break the ice and get familiar with one another and tests the students on their previous knowledge and skills. I wanted to ensure early on that safe space
was created and that students are comfortable with one another, by choosing this warmer exercise the whole class can participate and feel included, it also
assists me to be able to identifying the strengths and weaknesses of my students as well as which students may be more dominant or shy so that I am better
able to meet their needs.
In the next stage of the lesson, I will focus on presenting the form. I do this by providing the students with a worksheet that has a crossword puzzle that
needs to be completed. The uses or definitions of the target vocabulary are given as well as pictures, to complete the puzzle, the answers will need to be
correctly placed and correctly spelled. For this stage I decided to provide the students with an opportunity to work individually to test their knowledge,
memorization, and understanding of the target vocabulary being learned, it will also encourage them to think about the spelling of the word and get them
comfortable with how the words can be used in sentences. Allowing them to complete the activity individually will remove the fear of judgment and create a
safe space for them, I will also have an opportunity again to assess and make note of the areas in which they may be struggling to better assist and help
them reach their goals.
To conclude the presentation portion of the lesson I will focus on the pronunciation of the target vocabulary.
For this stage, I use choral drilling and repetition. I find that drills are an engaging and effective way to improve the pronunciation of words, I will model the
words focusing attention on the stressed syllables, the students will have to repeat what I have modeled, by repeating the words multiple times and with
other students, it will aid in better memorization and recalling the material being taught whilst improving the confidence of the students. During this stage, I
will monitor the students to ensure that they are participating and producing the correct pronunciation.
During the production stage, the students are now able to produce the language that they have learned and they are given a chance to communicate freely
in groups in a manner that is more relaxed and natural. The students are divided into groups to foster a real-world environment and to reduce the chance of
them reverting to their L1, this stage will give students a confidence boost as it is most similar to conversations that would be held in the real world. I will
monitor each of the groups, noting any issues that may need to be assessed at a later stage.
For the final part of the lesson, we will be cooling down! Instead of choosing a cooler activity, I decided to rather review the lesson with the students and get
their feedback. I do this by asking what they have learned within the lesson. This gives the students a chance to feel heard, show off their skills and how they
have progressed, or address any issues they may be facing before consolidating the lesson and overall will end the lesson off on a positive note. I will also ask
them what they most enjoyed to get a feel for where I may be able to improve or better adapt my lessons to ensure that their needs are being met.
As a homework activity, I would like the students to fill in the “Mind Map” worksheet that will be handed out before they leave to stick in their notebooks.
This is to review, reinforce and refresh what they have learned and improved memorization, this will be assessed and followed upon in the next lesson to
ensure that each student is actively participating and learning during the lessons.
A potential issue that may occur during the lesson is a lack of participation in activities that involve the entire class.
It may be difficult for me to monitor the students when they are doing activities as a unit. To solve this issue, I could perform random individual checks or
tests, this will assist in keeping the students alert at all times and give me a better opportunity to monitor their progress individually.
Another potential issue that I may face is the students reverting to their native language when in group situations.
To solve this, I will have to be strict and monitor the groups thoroughly, I could also state that the use of their native language is not permitted unless I am
asked beforehand.
Other Considerations:
The age group of the class is something I may need to reassess or reconsider as some of the students may find the activities child-like and be less willing to
participate. Adults tend to be more results orientated and may not find the activities I have chosen age-appropriate. If this is the case then I will have to keep
in mind for future lessons to plan activities or exercises that are engaging, fun, and educational whilst being appropriate for their age. In this lesson, I will
monitor the students and how interact during the activities, if I notice a lack of participation in certain students, I will address it with them and work on ways
to educate them in a manner that they prefer.
Another consideration is that due to the main goal of the lesson being communication, I have included fewer activities that involve writing.
This may be something I may need to focus more on as each of the students have different goals and motivations and they may be required to at some point
write in the English Language. I will perhaps consider adjusting the lesson plan or I could provide the students with homework activities that are more
writing-based to create more balance.
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March 2022].
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Notebook:
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Magazine:
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Newspaper:
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Letter:
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Diary:
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Passport:
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Postcard:
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Bill:
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Menu:
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Textbook:
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NOTEBOOK MAGAZINE
NOTE-BOOK
MAG-A-ZINE
Small book with either blank or ruled lines for writing notes. Large thin book with paper cover, contains news, stories, articles,
photographs, etc;
Set of large printed sheets, containing news, articles, advertisements, etc. Written communication that can be sent in an envelope by post or
and published every day or every week. messenger
A book that has a space for each day in which you can write down the Official document issued by the government that identifies you as a
experiences you have daily, your private and personal thoughts, etc. citizen of a particular country, allows safe traveling between countries
and that you may have to show when you enter or leave a country.
A printed card with space on one side for an address and a postage stamp A printed or written statement/paper slip indicating money paid or owed
is used for sending a short message through the mail. for goods or services.
A list of dishes that are available to order from a restaurant. A textbook is an informational book or manual that you use specifically
for class or subject at school, etc.
Across Down
5. A thin book that has pictures, 1. Has a section for each day that I
articles, and stories in it. can use to keep track of all my
personal thoughts and ideas
10. When at a restaurant it can be used 6. Large printed sheets that contain
to order food. the news, advertisements and
other articles, usually published
daily or weekly
• Some parts of the worksheet are modified and adjusted and only certain abstracts have been used.
Notebook – Passport – Letter – Bill – Postcard – Textbook – Diary – Menu – Magazine – Newspaper
1. Every Morning on the bus on my way to work I read the _________________. I like to read the news daily.
3. The restaurant is trying an adventurous new ______________featuring traditional dishes from all over the world.
4. I finally received my_________________of acceptance in the mail from the University of Oxford.
6. I got to the airport and realized that I had forgotten my_________________. I was not allowed to travel without it and had to rush back home to
get it.
7. For the new year I will need to get myself a new_________________to keep track of all my personal plans, thoughts and ideas.
8. Did you read the latest celebrity gossip in the latest copy of ‘VOGUE’_________________ ?
9. My teacher was upset with me at my last lesson as I didn’t bring my_________________with my homework in it.
10. I have a friend who is traveling the world, whenever they stop somewhere new they send me a _________________ with a picture and stamp.
• For the final stage of the lesson, I provided students with a Mind-Map Worksheet as homework.
Homework Activity
Mind-Map
Example:
Dogs
Birds
Documents
&
Text