Lesson Plan | Socioemotional Learning | Verbs: Passive Voice

Objective

Duration: (10 - 15 minutes)

The aim of this phase is to provide a clear and straightforward overview of the lesson topic, which is the passive voice in English. By setting these objectives, students will grasp the importance of the material and the specific skills that will be developed throughout the lesson. This lays a robust foundation for learning, helping to focus students' interest and motivation from the get-go.

Objective Utama

1. Understand the concept of passive voice and its significance in constructing sentences in English.

2. Learn how to change sentences from active to passive voice, accurately identifying verbs in the passive form.

Introduction

Duration: (15 - 20 minutes)

Emotional Warmup Activity

Mindfulness Moment

The chosen emotional warm-up activity is Mindfulness, a practice that helps promote focus and presence among students. Mindfulness encourages being fully present in the moment, which can lessen stress and enhance learning. During this activity, students will be guided to concentrate on their breathing and observe their thoughts and emotions non-judgmentally.

1. Ask students to sit comfortably in their chairs, keeping their feet flat on the floor and their hands resting gently on their knees.

2. Guide them to close their eyes or maintain a soft gaze on a spot in front of them.

3. Instruct students to pay attention to their breathing, observing the air as it enters and leaves their nostrils.

4. Lead a brief guided meditation, asking students to count to four while breathing in, hold for four seconds, then exhale while counting to four again.

5. Have students repeat this breathing exercise for a few minutes, focusing solely on their breath and setting aside any distracting thoughts.

6. After a few minutes, encourage students to gently bring their awareness back to the classroom by slowly opening their eyes.

Content Contextualization

The passive voice is an essential grammatical structure in English that allows the focus of a sentence to shift from the subject performing the action to the object receiving it. This is useful in various real-life scenarios, such as in news articles, scientific writing, and even when crafting resumes. Grasping the passive voice can help students express themselves more clearly and accurately in English, which is key for both academic and professional growth.

Additionally, learning about the passive voice can help students develop vital socio-emotional skills. For instance, recognizing and understanding emotions linked to effective communication can improve their social skills and empathy. They can also practice self-regulation by transforming sentences from active to passive voice, ensuring that their expressions are appropriate and impactful.

Development

Duration: (60 - 75 minutes)

Theory Guide

Duration: (15 - 20 minutes)

1. Definition of Passive Voice: The passive voice is a grammatical structure where the object of the action becomes the subject of the sentence. Example: 'The cake was baked by the chef.'

2. Structure of Passive Voice: The passive voice is formed by using the verb 'to be' in the same tense as the original verb, combined with the past participle of the main verb. Example: 'The book is read by Maria.'

3. Use of Passive Voice: The passive voice is used when the focus is on the action or the object receiving the action rather than the subject. This is typical in formal texts, reports, and cases where the subject is unknown or irrelevant. Example: 'A new policy was implemented.'

4. Transformation from Active to Passive Voice: To convert a sentence from active to passive voice, follow these steps: Identify the subject, verb, and object in the active sentence; Shift the object to the subject position; Use the correct form of 'to be' for the verb tense; Change the main verb to its past participle; Add 'by' followed by the original subject if necessary. Example: 'The teacher explains the lesson.' -> 'The lesson is explained by the teacher.'

5. Practical Examples: Provide examples of changing sentences from active to passive to enhance understanding: 'They built a house.' -> 'A house was built by them.' 'She will finish the report.' -> 'The report will be finished by her.'

Activity with Socioemotional Feedback

Duration: (25 - 30 minutes)

Sentence Transformation: Active to Passive

In this activity, students will pair up to convert sentences from active voice to passive voice. This exercise not only reinforces their grammatical skills but also fosters socio-emotional skills like cooperation, communication, and empathy.

1. Pair up the students.

2. Hand out a list of sentences written in active voice to each pair.

3. Instruct students to transform each sentence into passive voice, based on the theory discussed.

4. Each pair should check the other's transformations for accuracy.

5. After the feedback, each pair should share how they felt during the activity and discuss the challenges they faced.

6. Convene the class to share some transformations aloud, spotlighting correctly converted sentences and discussing any mistakes.

Discussion and Group Feedback

To implement the RULER method during the group discussion, start by inviting students to recognize and share their feelings while completing the transformation activity. Ask if they felt confident, anxious, or experienced any other emotions. Next, help them understand what caused those feelings, such as whether the task's difficulty led to anxiety or if partnering with a classmate enhanced their self-assurance.

Encourage students to name their emotions accurately, like frustration, satisfaction, or excitement. Aim to express these feelings respectfully and constructively during the chat. Finally, discuss strategies to regulate these emotions, including self-control techniques to manage similar future challenges, thereby fostering a positive and empathetic classroom atmosphere.

Conclusion

Duration: (20 - 25 minutes)

Reflection and Emotional Regulation

For the reflection and emotional regulation activity, ask students to write a paragraph about the challenges they faced during the lesson, including how they tackled the conversion of sentences from active to passive voice, and how they managed their emotions. Alternatively, lead a class discussion where students can share experiences, feelings, and techniques they used to navigate emotions like frustration or satisfaction. Encourage them to reflect on what they've learned about themselves and how these strategies can apply in the future.

Objective: The goal of this section is to prompt students to conduct a critical self-assessment, pinpointing the challenges they encountered during the lesson and the emotions involved. This process will aid them in developing emotional regulation skills, enabling them to recognize and implement effective strategies for handling challenging situations in both academic settings and personal life.

Glimpse into the Future

To wrap up the lesson, encourage students to set personal and academic goals related to the material covered. This could involve, for instance, practicing transforming active voice sentences into passive ones in their writing or seeking out English resources that demonstrate the passive voice. Clarify that setting specific goals can help maintain focus and motivation and allow for a practical application of what they've learned.

Penetapan Objective:

1. Practice transforming sentences from active to passive in homework assignments.

2. Identify and read sentences in passive voice in English-language articles or literature.

3. Write a weekly paragraph using passive voice to describe events or scenarios.

4. Engage in group discussions to share and review sentence transformations. Objective: The goal of this section is to empower students to take ownership of their learning by applying their skills practically and consistently. Setting personal and academic goals tied to the lesson material encourages ongoing development both academically and personally, aiding students in meaningfully incorporating knowledge and honing self-management capabilities.