Lesson Plan | Traditional Methodology | Reflexive Pronouns and Relative Pronouns

Objectives

Duration: (10 - 15 minutes)

The purpose of this stage of the lesson plan is to ensure that students clearly understand what reflexive pronouns and relative pronouns are and how to use them correctly. This initial understanding is essential for students to be able to appropriately apply these pronouns in their own sentences and identify their use in texts, facilitating subsequent learning and guided practice.

Main Objectives

1. Explain what reflexive pronouns and relative pronouns are in Spanish.

2. Demonstrate how to identify and use reflexive pronouns and relative pronouns in sentences and clauses.

3. Provide clear and direct examples to facilitate students' understanding.

Introduction

Duration: (10 - 15 minutes)

 Purpose: The purpose of this stage is to establish a solid foundation for students to understand what reflexive pronouns and relative pronouns are and their importance in effective communication. By providing a clear and relevant context, students will be better prepared to identify and apply these pronouns in their own sentences, facilitating subsequent learning and guided practice.

Context

 Context: Start the class by explaining that reflexive pronouns and relative pronouns are fundamental for constructing more complex and precise sentences in Spanish. Reflexive pronouns are used to indicate that the action of the verb falls on the subject itself, while relative pronouns are used to connect subordinate clauses, providing more information about the antecedent noun. For example, in Spanish, to say 'I see myself in the mirror', we use the reflexive pronoun 'me'. To say 'The book that you gave me is interesting', we use the relative pronoun 'que'.

Curiosities

 Curiosity: Did you know that reflexive pronouns are widely used in idiomatic expressions? For example, the Spanish expression 'váyase por donde vino' uses the reflexive pronoun 'se'. Additionally, relative pronouns are essential in literature, as they allow for detailed descriptions and connections between different parts of the text, enriching the narrative and the understanding of readers.

Development

Duration: (45 - 55 minutes)

 Purpose: The purpose of this stage is to deepen students' understanding of reflexive and relative pronouns, allowing them to correctly identify and use these pronouns in sentences and clauses. By providing detailed explanations and practical examples, students will be able to consolidate theoretical learning and apply concepts in practical exercises, promoting a more complete and functional understanding of the use of these pronouns in the Spanish language.

Covered Topics

1.  Definition and Use of Reflexive Pronouns: Explain that reflexive pronouns are used to indicate that the action of the verb falls on the subject itself. Detail the reflexive pronouns in Spanish (me, te, se, nos, os) and provide clear examples, such as 'Yo me lavo las manos' (I wash my hands) and 'Ellos se peinan' (They comb their hair). 2.  Definition and Use of Relative Pronouns: Describe that relative pronouns are used to connect subordinate clauses, providing more information about the antecedent noun. List the relative pronouns in Spanish (que, quien, quienes, cuyo, cuya, cuyos, cuyas, el cual, la cual, los cuales, las cuales, lo cual) and give examples, such as 'La casa que compré es grande' (The house I bought is big) and 'El hombre, quien es doctor, vive aquí' (The man, who is a doctor, lives here). 3.  Differences and Similarities between Reflexive and Relative Pronouns: Compare and contrast reflexive and relative pronouns, highlighting that reflexive pronouns refer to the subject that performs and receives the action, while relative pronouns connect two clauses. Use illustrative examples to reinforce the distinction, such as 'Ella se llama Ana' (She is called Ana) versus 'El libro que leí está en la mesa' (The book I read is on the table).

Classroom Questions

1. 1. Identify the reflexive pronoun in the sentence: 'Nosotros nos despertamos temprano.' 2. 2. Complete the sentence with the appropriate relative pronoun: 'El coche ____ compré es rojo.' 3. 3. Explain the difference between the use of the reflexive pronoun 'se' and the relative pronoun 'que' in the following sentences: 'Ella se viste sola' and 'El libro que leí es interesante.'

Questions Discussion

Duration: (15 - 20 minutes)

 Purpose: The purpose of this stage is to ensure that students consolidate their understanding of reflexive and relative pronouns through discussion and reflection on the examples presented. By engaging students in questions and reflections, an active learning environment is promoted, where they can apply the acquired knowledge and clarify doubts, improving understanding and the ability to use these pronouns correctly.

Discussion

•  Discussion:

• 1. Identify the reflexive pronoun in the sentence: 'Nosotros nos despertamos temprano.'
• • Answer: The reflexive pronoun in the sentence is 'nos'. It indicates that the action of waking falls on the subject itself (us).
• 2. Complete the sentence with the appropriate relative pronoun: 'El coche ____ compré es rojo.'
• • Answer: The appropriate relative pronoun is 'que'. The complete sentence is 'El coche que compré es rojo', connecting the subordinate clause 'que compré' to the noun 'coche'.
• 3. Explain the difference between the use of the reflexive pronoun 'se' and the relative pronoun 'que' in the following sentences: 'Ella se viste sola' and 'El libro que leí es interesante'.
• • Answer: In the sentence 'Ella se viste sola', 'se' is a reflexive pronoun indicating that the action of dressing is performed by the person herself (she). In the sentence 'El libro que leí es interesante', 'que' is a relative pronoun used to connect the subordinate clause 'que leí' to the noun 'libro', providing more information about the book.

Student Engagement

1.  Student Engagement: 2. 1. Ask the students: How do you think reflexive and relative pronouns can change the meaning of a sentence? 3. 2. Reflection: Why is it important to understand the function of reflexive and relative pronouns when learning a new language? 4. 3. Ask the students: Can you think of more examples of sentences where reflexive and relative pronouns are used? 5. 4. Discussion: How do literature and everyday language benefit from the use of relative pronouns?

Conclusion

Duration: (10 - 15 minutes)

The purpose of this stage is to summarize and consolidate the main points covered in the lesson, reinforcing students' understanding of reflexive and relative pronouns. By recapping the main contents, the connection between theory and practice, and the relevance of the topic, students have the opportunity to solidify the knowledge acquired and understand its practical application.

Summary

• Reflexive pronouns are used to indicate that the action of the verb falls on the subject itself. Examples include 'me', 'te', 'se', 'nos', 'os'.
• Relative pronouns are used to connect subordinate clauses and provide more information about the antecedent noun. Examples include 'que', 'quien', 'quienes', 'cuyo', 'cuya', 'cuyos', 'cuyas', 'el cual', 'la cual', 'los cuales', 'las cuales', 'lo cual'.
• Differences and similarities between reflexive and relative pronouns were highlighted, emphasizing the function of each within a sentence.

The lesson connected theory with practice by providing detailed explanations and clear examples of reflexive and relative pronouns, followed by questions and practical exercises for students to apply what they learned. In this way, students were able to see how these pronouns are used in different contexts and understand their specific functions.

Understanding the use of reflexive and relative pronouns is essential for effective communication in Spanish. These pronouns allow for the construction of more complex and precise sentences, which is fundamental in both writing and speaking. Moreover, the correct use of these pronouns is crucial for understanding and producing more elaborate texts, such as those found in literature and in everyday situations.