9-Step Lesson Plan based on

Robert Gagne's Conditions of

Learning

Gisela Castrellòn. 4-229-909

 INTRODUCTION
The 9-Step Lesson Plan, inspired by Robert
Gagne's Conditions of Learning, offers educators a
structured approach to teaching that enhances the
learning experience. Gagne, an eminent
educational psychologist, identified nine essential
steps guiding the creation of effective instructional
materials. By implementing each step carefully,
educators create meaningful learning experiences
fostering retention, understanding, and mastery.
This systematic approach empowers teachers to
deliver content effectively, leading to student
success.
 Development

School: University Udelas

Grade: First Year College

Subject: English as a Second Language (ESL)

Topic: Writing a Paragraph

# of students: 20

Students’ age: 18-20

Student pre-requisite: Basic understanding of English grammar and vocabulary.

Main objective: By the end of this lesson, students will be able to write a coherent paragraph using appropriate grammar and
vocabulary.

Specific Objectives

• Develop proficient paragraph construction with clear topic sentences, supporting details, and proper grammar and vocabulary
usage.

• Apply fundamental writing skills, employing diverse sentence structures and vocabulary for enhanced clarity and coherence.
Gaining Attention
 Informing the Learner of the
Objective:

Clearly state the objective: "Today,

we will learn how to write a well-
structured paragraph in English."
 Stimulating Recall of Prior Learning:

Review key concepts of sentence

structure, grammar rules, and
paragraph organization learned
in previous lessons.

Ask students to share examples

of paragraphs they have read or
written before and discuss their
structure.
 Presenting the Stimulus

Introduce the components of a

paragraph: topic sentence,
supporting sentences, and
concluding sentence.

Provide examples of well-written

paragraphs and analyze their
structure together as a class.
 Providing Learner Guidance:

Break down the process of writing a

paragraph into manageable steps.
Explain the importance of coherence
and unity in paragraph writing.

Model the process of brainstorming

ideas, organizing them into a logical
sequence, and writing a draft
paragraph.
 Eliciting Performance:

Divide students into pairs or small

groups.

Assign a topic or prompt for students to

write a paragraph about.

Circulate around the classroom to

provide assistance and answer
questions as students work on their
paragraphs.
 Giving Feedback:

After students have completed their

paragraphs, provide constructive
feedback on content, organization,
grammar, and vocabulary usage.

Encourage peer review and self-

assessment to promote reflective
learning.
 Assessing performance

Have students submit their paragraphs

for assessment.

Evaluate their paragraphs based on

predetermined criteria, such as clarity,
coherence, and grammatical accuracy.
Af

Enhancing Retention and Transfer:

Summarize the key points covered in

the lesson.

Provide additional resources or

exercises for students to practice
paragraph writing independently.

Encourage students to apply the skills

they have learned in future writing
assignments across different subjects.
 CONCLUSION
In conclusion, the 9-Step Lesson Plan structured around Robert Gagne's
Conditions of Learning provides a comprehensive framework for
effective teaching and learning. By systematically addressing each step
– from gaining attention to assessing performance – educators can
create engaging and impactful learning experiences for students. This
approach not only facilitates understanding but also enhances retention
and application of knowledge. Through careful implementation of
Gagne's principles, educators can optimize the learning process and
empower students to achieve their academic goals.
gracias