How To Plan Effective Lessons

DESCRIPTION: In this episode, Tem delves into the world of lesson planning, transforming it from a dreaded chore to a powerful tool for boosting student engagement and achievement. Tem discusses the important steps in lesson planning and reveals a strategy she learnt at her previous school that makes planning and delivering lessons a lot simpler and more effective. KEY TAKEAWAYS: Plan tasks that flow with ease from one task to the next to ensure the pace of the lesson isn't interrupted. Plan lessons with your high achievers in mind, then adapt and scaffold whilst teaching to ensure all of your students can access the content. In this way, you incorporate differentiation. Come up with the lesson objective after you have planed the lesson. Follow a teaching and learning structure when planning your lessons. The makes lesson planning easier and more efficient. Include questions you will ask your students within your planning. This helps you to feel less anxious when delivering the lesson and shows an observer how you plan to incorporate higher order questioning within the lesson. BEST MOMENTS: "Plan to the top and scaffold and adapt down" "Captivate them instantly in a lesson" "Transition from one task to the next with ease" VALUABLE RESOURCES: Mastering teaching EPISODES TO CHECK OUT NEXT: Stretch Those Minds: 9 Proven Strategies to Challenge Gifted Learners The Secret to Perfectly Paced Lessons Building Bridges, Not Walls: Engaging The Disengaged Learners ABOUT THE HOST: Since embarking on her teaching journey in 2009, Tem has been on a mission to empower students to reach their fullest potential. Specialising as a Secondary Physical Education Teacher, Tem also has experience in Special Educational Needs (SEN) as a class teacher in an SEN provision. With an unwavering commitment to helping students become the best versions of themselves, Tem believes in the power of education to shape not just academic prowess, but character and resilience. Having mentored numerous teachers throughout her career, she is not only shaping young minds but also nurturing the growth of those who guide them. ABOUT THE SHOW: Empowering Educators with Insights, Tips, and Teaching Strategies Designed for educators at every stage of their careers, this podcast for teachers is your go-to resource for exploring the dynamic world of teaching. Join me as I offer valuable insights, practical tips, and expert advice on effective teaching strategies to Empower Educators and help you succeed as a classroom practitioner. Follow my journey as I continue to learn, grow, and share my experiences and lessons that can enhance your teaching practice. CONNECT & CONTACT: Email: [email protected] Linktree: https://linktr.ee/temsteachingtips Instagram: instagram.com/temsteachingtips