Lesson plans help teachers provide an effective learning experience for their students
A lesson plan is the instructor’s road map of what students need to learn and how it will be done effectively during the class time. After planning the unit and sequencing the learning experience, the next step focuses on developing individual lessons. […]
“Guide students into discovering and creating knowledge for themselves.”
Preparing teachers for 21st century students requires a close look at what it means to teach and learn in increasingly networked, technology-rich, digital classrooms. Schools and teachers need to thoughtfully and intentionally design learning environments and tasks in which teachers explore […]
A good lesson plan that is simple yet powerful is based on behavioral research that characterize well-structured lessons.
Start lessons by reviewing prerequisite learning. This can include a type of formative assessment.
Provide a short statement of goals.
Present new material in small steps, with student practice after each step. Simple student exercises after the presentation […]