What I can do
You can create effective lesson plans by incorporating the Five Pillars of Teaching and Learning. Here's a quick overview of what you can do with each pillar:
1. **Clarity of Learning Intentions**: Clearly define what the students will learn and why it is important. Explain the context and relevance of the lesson in the broader curriculum【4:0†source】.
2. **Re-cap and Recall**: Engage students in activities that help them recall prior knowledge which is foundational to the new concepts being introduced. This might include a brief review or discussion about previous lessons【4:8†source】.
3. **New Information**: Introduce and model new content related to the lesson's topic. Use a variety of teaching methods to accommodate different learning styles and to develop deeper understanding【4:8†source】.
4. **Practice**: Provide structured activities that allow students to apply and solidify their new understanding. This could involve exercises like problem-solving, essays, or practical experiments【4:8†source】.
5. **Feedback**: Deliver timely and specific feedback on students' progress, addressing any misconceptions and providing clear guidance for improvement. Encourage students to engage actively with this feedback【4:8†source】.
To enhance your lesson delivery, these pillars can frame the structure of each lesson, keeping both teaching methods and student outcomes aligned for effective learning.