LESSON PLAN (4As): Giving technical and operational definitions

Objective: Give technical and operational definitions at a Grade 10 level

Subject: English 10
Grade Level: Grade 10

Learning across curriculum:

1. Science - Define technical terms related to the scientific method.
2. Mathematics - Define technical terms related to algebraic equations.
3. Technology and Livelihood Education - Define technical terms related to computer
programming.

Review Motivation:
1. Show a video clip of professionals using technical and operational language in their
respective fields.
2. Present real-life examples where technical and operational definitions are crucial for
understanding.
3. Engage students in a discussion about the importance of accurate and precise language in
various contexts.

Activity 1:
Materials: Whiteboard, markers, handouts with technical terms
Instructions:
1. Introduce a technical term and provide its operational definition.
2. Ask students to brainstorm examples of how the term is used in different contexts.
3. Divide students into pairs and assign each pair a different technical term.
4. In their pairs, students create a poster illustrating the term's operational definition and its
application.
Rubric:
Criteria: Accuracy of operational definition, clarity of examples, creativity in poster design
Points: 10 points for accuracy, 10 points for clarity, 10 points for creativity

Assessment Questions:
1. What is the operational definition of the technical term "hypothesis"?
2. Give an example of how the technical term "algorithm" is used in computer programming.

Activity 2:
Materials: Internet access, computers or mobile devices
Instructions:
1. Divide students into groups of three.
2. Assign each group a different technical term.
3. In their groups, students research and find real-life examples where the assigned term is
used.
4. Each group presents their findings to the class using multimedia presentations.
Rubric:
Criteria: Relevance of examples, clarity of presentation, teamwork
Points: 10 points for relevance, 10 points for clarity, 10 points for teamwork

Assessment Questions:
1. Find a real-life example where the technical term "equilibrium" is used.
2. Explain how the technical term "variable" is applied in scientific experiments.

Activity 3:
Materials: Jigsaw reading materials, handouts
Instructions:
1. Divide students into groups of four.
2. Assign each group a different technical term.
3. Each student in the group reads an article or passage related to the assigned term.
4. Students share their understanding of the term and discuss its significance within their group.
Rubric:
Criteria: Understanding of the term, contribution to the group discussion, active participation
Points: 10 points for understanding, 10 points for contribution, 10 points for participation

Assessment Questions:
1. Summarize the main points of the article you read about the technical term "friction."
2. How does the technical term "function" relate to mathematics and computer programming?

More Activities (1 Credit)

Analysis:
Review the posters, multimedia presentations, and group discussions to assess the students'
understanding of the technical and operational definitions. Identify any areas where further
clarification or reinforcement is needed.

Abstraction:
Guide students in summarizing the key concepts learned about technical and operational
definitions. Encourage them to reflect on the importance of accurate and precise language in
different fields.

Application:
Present a real-life problem that requires the use of technical and operational definitions. For
example, ask students to analyze a scientific experiment or interpret a complex mathematical
equation using the appropriate terminology.

Assessment:
Teachers can assess students' learning by conducting quizzes or exams that test their ability to
give technical and operational definitions for specific terms. They can also assign projects or
presentations where students apply these definitions in practical contexts.

Assignment:
Ask students to create a glossary of technical and operational terms from different subjects or
fields. They should provide the operational definitions and examples for each term.