Events of a Learning Experience
When planning a lesson, I as a teacher will look to create an activity that will promote all events of a learning experience. The events of a learning experience include:
1. Launch: In this stage, I will introduce the lesson to students in an engaging way that will activate prior knowledge and create interest. My role as a teacher will be to ask questions, make connections, and prompt students.
2. Explore: In the next stage, students will explore using 21st century skills. They will work to make connections and form new ideas. Some examples of what students will be doing during this time includes making observations, interpreting data, and comparing objects. My role will be to encourage thinking, redirecting, and consulting.
3. Present: In this stage, students will present the ideas that they developed during the exploration stage. Students will express their ideas, describe what they explored, summarize their results, and justify their findings. As a teacher I will clarify ideas, elaborate on their discoveries and facilitate understanding.
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4. Apply: In this stage, students will apply what they have learned into a tangible product. Some examples of products of learning include:
5. Closure: In this final stage, we will review what was learned and describe the importance of this lesson. Students will reflect on what they learned and self-assess their understanding. As a teacher, I will evaluate student's understanding and review the important material.
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By aligning my lesson to these events, I will ensure that students are obtaining an effective lesson that promotes success and understanding.
Keeping Students Mentally Active
During lessons, some students may often lose interest in the activity. Thus, as teachers we must work to keep students mentally active. Some strategies I plan on using include:
- Promoting Student Participation
- Asking questions!
- Creating Authentic Activities
- Showing the Importance of Explore