What I can do
To create a lesson plan according to the "Five Pillars of Teaching and Learning" from Outwood Grange Academies Trust, you would design it with the following structure:
## Lesson Plan
### Clarity of Learning Intentions
- Objective: Clearly share with students what they are learning in the lesson and the purpose behind it. Explain the topic's relevance and how it connects to the overall learning journey【4:0†source】.
- Example: "Today, we will learn about the water cycle and understand how it affects weather patterns. This will help you see the importance of water in supporting life on Earth."
### Re-cap and Recall
- Activity: Start the lesson by revisiting previous lessons to help students recall essential concepts【4:8†source】.
- Example: "Let’s recap what we learned about evaporation and condensation in our last session. How do these processes play a role in the water cycle?"
### New Information
- Delivery: Introduce new material clearly and connect it to the initial learning intention. Use varied activities to allow exploration of new concepts【4:8†source】.
- Example: Present a short video on the complete water cycle and divide students into groups to discuss each stage.
### Practice
- Implementation: Incorporate activities that let students practice and consolidate their understanding【4:8†source】.
- Example: Students draw the water cycle and label each process. They then write a brief explanation of how human activity can impact each stage.
### Feedback
- Execution: Provide timely and specific feedback during and after activities. Engage students in Student Response Time (SRT) activities to process feedback【4:8†source】.
- Example: "Your diagram of the water cycle is clear, but make sure to better explain the condensation process. Let’s refine this together."
Incorporate collaborative learning by arranging students into small groups for discussions and activities, where they can share insights and challenge each other's understanding. This also supports peer learning and accountability.