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The "Five Pillars of Teaching and Learning" approach focuses on enhancing effective teaching and supporting students' learning and self-regulation. Here is a structured lesson plan using these five pillars:

## Lesson Plan: Introduction to Photosynthesis

### Clarity of Learning Intentions
- **Objective**: Students will understand the process of photosynthesis and its importance in the ecosystem.
- **Why**: Explaining the critical role of photosynthesis helps in understanding plant biology and ecological balance.

### Re-cap and Recall
- Begin the lesson with a quick quiz on what students already know about plants and their functions.
- Recap the previous lesson on plant anatomy, focusing on leaves and their structure.

### New Information
- Introduce photosynthesis through a short video or a diagram.
- Explain the chemical equation of photosynthesis: 6CO₂ + 6H₂O + light energy → C₆H₁₂O₆ + 6O₂.
- Discuss the role of chlorophyll and sunlight in the photosynthesis process.

### Practice
- Conduct a simple experiment using leaves and a light source to observe oxygen bubbles (indicating photosynthesis).
- Allow students to model the photosynthesis process using craft materials to reinforce their understanding.

### Feedback
- Provide verbal feedback during the experiment and model construction to address any misconceptions.
- Use a worksheet to assess understanding, followed by individual feedback sessions.
- Encourage students to engage in Student Response Time (SRT) activities, where they reflect on their learning and ask questions for clarification【4:0†source】【4:8†source】.

This lesson plan engages students through active learning and helps solidify their understanding by combining various teaching methodologies with the Five Pillars approach.