Lesson Plan | Traditional Methodology | Verbs: Periphrastic Future

Objectives

Duration: (10 - 15 minutes)

The purpose of this stage is to provide a clear and objective overview of the lessons' objectives, outlining the main skills that students should acquire. This helps to guide both the teacher and the students on the focus of the lesson, ensuring that everyone understands the importance and applicability of the content to be covered.

Main Objectives

1. Understand the structure and use of future verbal paraphrases in Spanish.

2. Identify and correctly use verbs in the future in different contexts.

3. Develop the ability to interpret texts in Spanish with an emphasis on future expression.

Introduction

Duration: (10 - 15 minutes)

The purpose of this stage is to contextualize students about the importance of future verbal paraphrases, connecting grammatical knowledge to its practical applicability. This helps to create a more meaningful and engaging learning environment, sparking students' interest from the start of the lesson.

Context

To start the class, explain that verbs are one of the most dynamic and important grammatical classes in any language, including Spanish. The future verbal paraphrase is a structure that allows speakers to express actions that will occur at a later time than the present. This knowledge is essential for effective communication and for understanding texts in Spanish. The future verbal paraphrase is particularly useful in situations where something is foreseen, planned, or promised for the future.

Curiosities

Did you know that in Spanish, the most common way to talk about the future is not the simple future, but rather the use of the verbal paraphrase 'ir a + infinitive'? For example, instead of 'Yo estudiaré' (I will study), it is more common to hear 'Yo voy a estudiar' (I am going to study). This construction is widely used in daily life and reflects how the language adapts to the communication needs of speakers.

Development

Duration: (50 - 60 minutes)

The purpose of this stage is to provide a detailed and practical understanding of future verbal paraphrases in Spanish. By addressing the structure, conjugation, contexts of use, and through practical examples, students will be able to identify and correctly use these constructions in their communication. The proposed questions aim to reinforce learning, encouraging the active application of content in everyday situations and comparison with other verb tenses.

Covered Topics

1. Future Verbal Paraphrase: Structure and Use: Explain that the future verbal paraphrase in Spanish is formed by the conjugation of the verb 'ir' in the present indicative + the preposition 'a' + the main verb in the infinitive. Example: 'Yo voy a estudiar'. 2. Difference between Simple Future and Future Paraphrase: Detail the difference between the simple future (synthetic future) and the future verbal paraphrase. Explain that the simple future (e.g., 'estudiaré') is less used in everyday conversation and is more common in formal or written contexts. 3. Contexts of Use: Discuss contexts in which the future verbal paraphrase is most appropriate, such as in promises, plans, forecasts, and intentions. Provide clear examples for each context. 4. Conjugation of the Verb 'Ir': Review the conjugation of the verb 'ir' in the present indicative (yo voy, tú vas, él/ella va, nosotros vamos, vosotros vais, ellos/ellas van). 5. Practical Examples and Exercises: Present sentences and short texts where the future verbal paraphrase is used. Ask students to identify and explain the use of the structure in each example.

Classroom Questions

1. 1. Write three sentences using the future verbal paraphrase to express plans for next weekend. 2. 2. Compare and contrast the use of the simple future and the future verbal paraphrase in Spanish with an example for each. 3. 3. Read the provided paragraph and identify all the future verbal paraphrases. Explain the context of each use.

Questions Discussion

Duration: (15 - 20 minutes)

The purpose of this stage is to review and consolidate the knowledge acquired during the lesson, providing a space for students to discuss their answers and reflections. This not only reinforces the understanding of future verbal paraphrases but also stimulates active participation and critical thinking among students.

Discussion

• ✅ Question 1: Write three sentences using the future verbal paraphrase to express plans for next weekend.

• Explain that the sentences should follow the structure 'ir a + infinitive'. Possible answer examples:

• Yo voy a estudiar para el examen de matemáticas.

• Tú vas a visitar a tus abuelos en el campo.

• Nosotros vamos a ver una película en el cine.

• ✅ Question 2: Compare and contrast the use of the simple future and the future verbal paraphrase in Spanish with an example for each.

• Detail that the simple future is more common in formal and written contexts, while the verbal paraphrase is more used in everyday conversation. Examples:

• Simple Future: 'Ella estudiará medicina en la universidad.'

• Future Verbal Paraphrase: 'Ella va a estudiar medicina en la universidad.'

• ✅ Question 3: Read the provided paragraph and identify all the future verbal paraphrases. Explain the context of each use.

• Give examples of how to identify the verbal paraphrases and explain the context in which they are used. Example paragraph:

• 'Mañana vamos a visitar a nuestros abuelos y después vamos a comer en un restaurante.'

• Explain that 'vamos a visitar' indicates a plan for the near future, and 'vamos a comer' is also within the context of a planned action.

Student Engagement

1. ❓ Question 1: Why do you think the future verbal paraphrase is more common in everyday conversation in Spanish? 2. ❓ Question 2: How would you decide when to use the simple future versus the future verbal paraphrase in a formal essay? 3. ❓ Question 3: Can you share an example of a situation in your life where you would use the future verbal paraphrase? 4. ❓ Reflection: How can understanding future verbal paraphrases help in reading and interpreting texts in Spanish?

Conclusion

Duration: (10 - 15 minutes)

The purpose of this stage is to review and consolidate the knowledge acquired during the lesson, providing a clear summary of the main points and highlighting the practical relevance of the content. This ensures that students leave the lesson with a solid and applicable understanding of the topic addressed.

Summary

• The future verbal paraphrase in Spanish is formed by the conjugation of the verb 'ir' in the present indicative + the preposition 'a' + the main verb in the infinitive.
• Difference between simple future (synthetic future) and future verbal paraphrase: the simple future is more common in formal and written contexts, while the paraphrase is used in everyday conversation.
• Contexts of use of the future verbal paraphrase: promises, plans, forecasts, and intentions.
• Conjugation of the verb 'ir' in the present indicative: yo voy, tú vas, él/ella va, nosotros vamos, vosotros vais, ellos/ellas van.
• Practical examples of sentences and texts that use the future verbal paraphrase.

During the lesson, it was demonstrated how the theory of future verbal paraphrases applies in practical contexts, such as in formulating plans, promises, and forecasts. Through practical examples and exercises, students were able to see the direct application of theory in everyday communication in Spanish, making learning more relevant and accessible.

Understanding and using future verbal paraphrases is essential for effective communication in Spanish, especially in everyday situations such as making plans and forecasts. This knowledge not only facilitates oral and written expression, but also improves comprehension of texts in Spanish, standing out as a practical and useful skill for students.