Lesson Plan
Lesson Plan
LESSON PLAN
Week-by-Week Breakdown:
Week 1:
Introduction to Conditionals and the TPACK Framework
Session 1:
- Overview of conditionals.
- Explanation of the TPACK framework and its application in language learning.
- Technology focus: Introduction to grammar tools (e.g., Grammarly, QuillBot).
- Activity: Interactive quiz on recognizing conditionals.
Session 2:
- Deep dive into Zero and First Conditionals.
- Pedagogical focus: Differentiated instruction strategies.
- Activity: Group work creating "If/Then" scenarios using Google Slides.
Week 2:
Second Conditionals in Detail
Session 3:
- Understanding and forming Second Conditionals.
- Technology focus: Using Kahoot for gamified learning.
- Activity: Kahoot quiz and real-life scenario discussions.
Session 4:
- Pedagogical strategies for teaching Second Conditionals.
- Activity: Pair work creating conditional-based stories using Google Docs.
Week 3:
Third Conditionals
Session 5:
- Introduction to Third Conditionals.
- Technology focus: Creating visual mind maps using tools like Canva or MindMeister.
- Activity: Collaborative mind map on conditional sentence structures.
Session 6:
- Practicing Third Conditionals through role-playing.
- Activity: Role-play historical "What if" scenarios in breakout rooms.
Week 4:
Mixed Conditionals
Session 7:
- Explanation and examples of Mixed Conditionals.
- Technology focus: Using podcasts and voice recording tools.
- Activity: Create a podcast discussing hypothetical situations.
Session 8:
- Advanced exercises on Mixed Conditionals.
- Pedagogical focus: Peer teaching.
- Activity: Students prepare and present mini-lessons.
Week 5:
Integrative Practice with Technology
Session 9:
- Comprehensive review of all conditionals.
- Technology focus: Using AI tools to generate conditional examples.
- Activity: Students analyze and correct AI-generated sentences.
Session 10:
- Writing practice using collaborative platforms.
- Activity: Compose a group essay utilizing all types of conditionals.
Week 6:
Real-World Application and Assessment
Session 11:
- Applying conditionals in professional and academic contexts.
- Activity: Writing formal letters or reports using conditionals.
Session 12:
- Final assessment: Presentation and peer feedback.
- Activity: Students present a project demonstrating mastery of conditionals, integrating technology.
Assessment:
- Participation and engagement in class activities (20%).
- Weekly assignments, including quizzes and collaborative tasks (30%).
- Final project: Conditional-based presentation (50%).
Required Tools and Platforms:
- Google Workspace (Docs, Slides, Jamboard).
- Kahoot.
- Canva or MindMeister.
- Voice recording and podcasting tools (e.g., Audacity, Anchor).
- AI tools like Grammarly or ChatGPT.
Instructor Notes:
- Ensure technological tools are accessible to all students.
- Adapt teaching methods to suit diverse learning needs.
- Foster a collaborative and inclusive learning environment.
Resources:
- English grammar textbooks.
- Online platforms for conditional exercises.
- Sample lesson plans and teaching materials provided by the instructor.