Lesson Plan | Teachy Methodology | Prepositions

Objectives

Duration: 10 - 15 minutes

The purpose of this stage is to ensure that students clearly understand the objectives of the lesson, providing an overview of what will be learned and how the knowledge will be applied. This will help direct students' focus to essential points, creating a solid foundation for subsequent practical activities.

Main Objectives

1. Recognize and differentiate main prepositions in varied contexts.

2. Use prepositions correctly in sentences and everyday situations.

3. Check the appropriateness of preposition usage in written and spoken texts.

Side Objectives

1. Enhance listening and reading comprehension focusing on the use of prepositions.
2. Encourage collaboration and knowledge sharing among students through group activities.

Introduction

Duration: 15 - 20 minutes

The purpose of this stage is to ensure that students clearly understand the objectives of the lesson, providing an overview of what will be learned and how the knowledge will be applied. This will help direct students' focus to essential points, creating a solid foundation for subsequent practical activities.

Warming Up

To introduce the topic of prepositions, start by briefly explaining that prepositions are words that indicate the relationship between other words in a sentence, helping clarify context related to time, place, direction, among other aspects. Then, ask students to use their phones to search for an interesting fact about prepositions in English. They can look for curiosities, usage examples in different contexts, or even memes and jokes related to the topic. After finding their information, request they share their discoveries with the class.

Initial Reflections

1. What are prepositions and what is their function in a sentence?

2. What are some of the most common prepositions in English?

3. How can the use of prepositions change the meaning of a sentence?

4. Did you find any interesting or curious fact about prepositions during the research?

Development

Duration: 70 - 75 minutes

The purpose of this stage is to allow students to apply their knowledge of prepositions in practical and collaborative activities, using technology and modern contexts to make learning more engaging and meaningful.

Activity Suggestions

It is recommended that only one of the suggested activities be carried out

Activity 1 - Digital Influencer for a Day

> Duration: 60 - 70 minutes

- Objective: Apply the correct use of prepositions in a modern and relevant context, developing digital communication and teamwork skills.

- Description: Students will create a 1-minute video simulating the role of a digital influencer. In the video, they must explain the use of at least three different prepositions (such as 'in', 'on', 'at') in different contexts. They can use personal examples, fictional scenarios, or funny situations to illustrate the correct use of prepositions.

- Instructions:

• Form groups of up to 5 people.

• Choose three prepositions to address in the video.

• Create a fun and educational script explaining the usage of the chosen prepositions.

• Record the video with a phone, ensuring all group members participate.

• Upload the video to a sharing platform (such as YouTube or Google Drive) and share the link with the class.

Activity 2 - Digital Treasure Hunt

> Duration: 60 - 70 minutes

- Objective: Use prepositions correctly in a problem-solving context, encouraging teamwork and the use of technology.

- Description: Students will participate in a digital treasure hunt, where they will have to solve riddles involving the correct use of prepositions. Each group will receive digital clues via QR codes spread throughout the school environment. The clues will lead to other clues until they find the 'treasure.'

- Instructions:

• Form groups of up to 5 people.

• Using their phones, read the first QR code provided by the teacher.

• Solve the riddles involving the correct use of prepositions to find the next clue.

• Continue following the clues until they find the 'treasure', which can be a symbolic prize or a certificate of achievement.

Activity 3 - Interactive Stories on Instagram

> Duration: 60 - 70 minutes

- Objective: Demonstrate the appropriate use of prepositions in a narrative and digital context, stimulating creativity and multimedia skills.

- Description: Students will create a series of 'Stories' on Instagram to tell a story. Each 'Story' must include the use of a different preposition and needs to be creative and engaging. Students can use images, videos, and text to construct the narrative.

- Instructions:

• Form groups of up to 5 people.

• Create a specific Instagram account for this activity or use an existing account with the teacher's permission.

• Plan a story that includes the use of various prepositions.

• Divide the story into individual 'Stories', ensuring each 'Story' focuses on a specific preposition.

• Create and publish the 'Stories' on Instagram, using tools like stickers, filters, and hashtags to make them more attractive.

• Share the account or the links to the 'Stories' with the class.

Feedback

Duration: 15 - 20 minutes

The purpose of this stage is to provide a moment for reflection and evaluation, allowing students to consolidate the knowledge acquired, share their experiences, and receive feedback from peers. This helps reinforce learning collaboratively and critically, promoting self-awareness about their skills and areas for improvement.

Group Discussion

Encourage a group discussion, inviting students to share their experiences and conclusions from the activities carried out. Use the following outline to guide the discussion:

1. Introduction: 'Now that we have completed our activities, let's share what we learned and reflect on our experiences.'
2. Sharing Experiences: Ask each group to share key learnings and challenges they faced during the creation of the videos and stories on Instagram.
3. Conclusions: 'What did you discover about the use of prepositions that you didn't know before?'
4. Practical Application: 'How do you think these activities can help use prepositions correctly in real situations?'

Reflections

1. What were the main challenges in using prepositions in the activities? 2. How did teamwork influence the final outcome of the tasks? 3. What new strategies for learning and using prepositions did you discover through these digital activities?

360° Feedback

Instruct students to conduct a 360° feedback session. Explain that each student should receive feedback from peers based on the following criteria:

1. Understanding of Prepositions: Assess whether the student demonstrated a good understanding of the correct use of prepositions.
2. Creativity and Innovation: Comment on the creativity and originality of the ideas presented.
3. Teamwork: Provide feedback on the collaboration and contribution of the student in the group.

Remind students that the feedback should be constructive and respectful, emphasizing positive points and suggesting improvements in a friendly and encouraging manner.

Conclusion

Duration: 10 - 15 minutes

The purpose of this stage is to consolidate learning in a light and reflective manner, connecting the content to students' daily lives. This concluding moment reinforces the practical importance of prepositions and helps fix the knowledge acquired in a meaningful and contextualized way. ✨

Summary

 Super Show of Prepositions!  Today, we deepened our knowledge of prepositions and their various functions. From navigating as digital influencers to hunting treasures with challenging riddles, you demonstrated how prepositions can be practical, creative, and even fun in our daily lives! 

World Connection

 Connected with the Now!  In the modern world, dominated by social networks and digital communication, using prepositions correctly is crucial for conveying clear and effective messages. Today, we demonstrated this using current platforms like Instagram and videos, showing the relevance of the topic in our digital age. ✨

Practical Application

Prepositions are fundamental for precise communication in English, whether in written texts, dialogues, or online interactions. Understanding their correct usage not only improves fluency in the language but also helps avoid misunderstandings, becoming an essential skill in personal and professional relationships. ️