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This unit is about planning of a lesson.
The following are the important functions of writing a lesson plan.
-an aid to planning
-a working document
-a record.
The following are the basic principles of a lesson plan.
-keep it simple.
-do not try to script the lesson.
-structure it and maintain the same structure
-write the anticipated time for each activity in the margin.
-check for balance of skills.
-keep it flexible.
A teacher has to be organized. He or she can do as follows to ensure the lesson goes on smoothly;
-check you have a lesson plan
-run through the lesson plan to see if you have the materials needed.
-check if the equipment works.
-lay out materials and aids.
-arrange the seating as desired.
-make sure the board is clean.
-be ready to break the ice by chatting with the students as they enter.
We have further seen what a good lesson plan should include.
-learner objectives.
-personal aims.
-language point.
-teaching aids.
-anticipated problems.
-procedure.
-phase.
-time.
-interaction.
-class level.
-number of students.
-date/time.
-teacher's and observer's name.
Monitoring a lesson is so vital. This unit has given us a sample evaluation form.
In addition to the above, we have seen that we should consider the following while planning for a sequence of lessons; flexibility, goals, revision, variety and, balance.
I have learnt that I should be flexible to the needs of the students.
I have learnt that I should endeavor to improve my skills and make my lessons as interesting as possible.
I have learnt how to evaluate my lessons.
