Lesson Planning - Part 1 - Why do we plan lessons?

Summary

This presentation explains the importance of lesson planning, focusing on why teachers should create structured lesson plans. It highlights that planning ensures a logical sequence, provides a record of what’s taught, and serves as a guide for substitutes if needed. The script also covers the essential elements of a lesson plan, which includes general class information and specific details of the lesson's content. The goal is to create a plan that can be easily followed by others, ensuring consistency and smooth delivery of lessons.

Takeaways

• 😀 Planning lessons creates a logical sequence, preventing confusion during teaching.
• 😀 A lesson plan serves as a working document, helping teachers stay on track throughout the lesson.
• 😀 Lesson plans act as a record of what has been taught, which can be useful for syllabus verification.
• 😀 A well-structured lesson plan allows others to cover your class in case you're absent.
• 😀 Including general information about the class in the lesson plan helps with planning and execution.
• 😀 Clear steps in a lesson plan ensure that someone else can follow it and teach effectively.
• 😀 Planning lessons is essential to maintain continuity in the learning process for students.
• 😀 Having a lesson plan prevents the risk of the class going off-topic or becoming disorganized.
• 😀 A lesson plan provides a reference for teachers to ensure they don’t forget important parts of the lesson.
• 😀 Creating a lesson plan can contribute to professional development and better teaching practices.

Q & A

Why is it important to plan lessons?

Planning lessons is important because it creates a logical sequence for teaching, prevents confusion, serves as a reference during the lesson, and ensures the syllabus is covered. It also allows for lesson coverage if someone else needs to step in.

What are some potential problems if lessons are not planned?

Without a lesson plan, the teaching could become disorganized and confusing, potentially leading to a loss of focus and structure, which could negatively impact student learning.

How does a lesson plan act as a working document?

A lesson plan acts as a working document because it provides a clear structure for the lesson and can be referred to during the session to ensure that the teacher stays on track and knows the next step.

What role does a lesson plan play in documenting what has been taught?

A lesson plan serves as a record of what has been taught, which is useful if there is ever a need to verify that the syllabus has been fully covered or if there's a need for auditing or accountability.

How can a lesson plan help if a teacher is absent?

If a teacher is absent, a lesson plan can be used by another teacher to ensure the students continue with the planned curriculum and do not lose their place in the sequence of lessons.

What general information should be included in a lesson plan?

A lesson plan should include general information about the class, such as the number of students, their levels, and any other relevant details to ensure the lesson can be effectively taught.

What does the structure of a lesson plan need to cover?

The structure of a lesson plan should cover both general information about the class and details on what is supposed to happen during the actual lesson, including objectives, materials, activities, and assessments.

Why is a lesson plan considered a 'working document'?

A lesson plan is considered a 'working document' because it can be referred to and adjusted as needed during the lesson, allowing the teacher to stay organized and ensure all necessary content is covered.

How does a lesson plan ensure that the syllabus is covered?

A lesson plan helps ensure that the syllabus is covered by providing a structured approach that guides the teacher through the content that needs to be taught, ensuring no key topics are missed.

What are the two main areas that should be covered in a lesson plan?

The two main areas that should be covered in a lesson plan are: general information about the class (such as the number of students) and a detailed plan of what will happen during the lesson (including activities and objectives).