Lesson Plan | Lesson Plan Iteratif Teachy | Verbs: Simple Present

Goal

Duration: 10 - 15 minutes

The aim of this lesson plan stage is to set clear and specific objectives that will guide students' learning throughout the lesson. By outlining what is expected of students in terms of speaking and writing skills, along with the integration of digital tools, we ensure that all proposed activities are aligned with these objectives and effectively support the development of essential competencies.

Goal Utama:

1. Enhance the ability to discuss routines and habits in English using the Simple Present.

2. Improve the skills to write sentences in the Simple Present accurately and coherently.

Goal Sekunder:

1. Encourage the use of new technologies and digital platforms to practise the Simple Present.
2. Foster collaboration and interaction among students through digital activities.

Introduction

Duration: (15 - 20 minutes)

The purpose of this stage is to create an engaging and dynamic learning environment from the start of the lesson. This connection to the students' own context will spark their interest and prepare them for the practical activities ahead. The introduction with the warm-up and key questions will help review concepts while promoting interaction and collaboration among students, utilizing digital tools and resources.

Warming Up

Let's kick off today’s lesson with a lively warm-up activity! The theme is Simple Present. Ask students to use their phones to find an intriguing fact about how the Simple Present is used in everyday situations. They might look up examples from celebrities discussing their daily routines or find common phrases used on social media or websites. This will help them spot the usage of the Simple Present in current and real-world contexts.

Initial Thoughts

1. What are some common examples of Simple Present sentences that you discovered?

2. How do you use the Simple Present in your day-to-day life?

3. Can you share a daily routine using sentences in the Simple Present?

4. Did anyone identify any typical mistakes in the use of the Simple Present during your research?

Development

Duration: 70 - 75 minutes

The purpose of this stage is to deepen understanding of the Simple Present in a practical and contextualized way, utilizing creative digital activities involving technologies and platforms familiar to the students. This not only reinforces the content learned but also cultivates skills in teamwork, creativity, and responsible use of digital media.

Activity Suggestions

Activity Recommendations

Activity 1 - Storytelling: Life of a Digital Influencer

> Duration: 60 - 70 minutes

- Goal: Practice using the Simple Present to creatively describe daily routines in context.

- Deskripsi Activity: Students will create a narrative on social media about the daily routine of a fictional digital influencer. They will use tools like Instagram or TikTok to post stories, photos, and short videos that describe the influencer's daily activities, utilizing the Simple Present.

- Instructions:

• Divide the class into groups of up to 5 students.

• Each group will create a fictional profile of a digital influencer on a social media platform (a private or made-up account for safety is fine).

• Students should map out the influencer's daily routine, including activities like getting up, having breakfast, exercising, working, and more.

• Use photos or short videos to document each activity, adding captions that describe what is happening in the Simple Present (e.g., 'He wakes up at 7 AM.', 'She eats a healthy breakfast.').

• Groups should share their stories with the class using a projector or by sending links to the teacher.

• At the end of the activity, each group will present their influencer's routine to the class, focusing on the use of the Simple Present.

Activity 2 - Digital Board Game: Daily Life Quest

> Duration: 60 - 70 minutes

- Goal: Develop writing and speaking skills in the Simple Present through a fun and collaborative activity.

- Deskripsi Activity: Students will design a digital board game in RPG style, where characters must complete daily tasks. Each task must be described using the Simple Present, and students will compete to complete their characters' routines.

- Instructions:

• Divide the class into groups of up to 5 students.

• Use a tool like Google Slides or a gamification platform (e.g., Kahoot!, Genially) to create the game board.

• Each group will create characters and outline a series of daily tasks that need to be completed (e.g., 'John brushes his teeth.', 'Emma goes to school.').

• Students must write detailed descriptions for each task using the Simple Present.

• Develop a scoring system where students accumulate points by completing each task accurately.

• Groups will play the game created by their peers, following the instructions and completing tasks on the board.

• At the end, each group will make a brief presentation about their experience and what they learned while playing.

Activity 3 - Simulation: My Virtual Diary

> Duration: 60 - 70 minutes

- Goal: Enhance writing and speaking skills in the Simple Present through the creation and upkeep of a virtual diary.

- Deskripsi Activity: In this scenario, students will use blogging or vlogging tools to create a 'virtual diary' that chronicles their daily routines over a fictional week, using the Simple Present.

- Instructions:

• Divide the class into groups of up to 5 students.

• Each group must select a digital platform to create the virtual diary (e.g., Blogger, WordPress, YouTube for vlogs).

• Students should plan a week of fictional activities and record each day using text and/or videos.

• Each entry or video must utilise the Simple Present to describe the day's activities (e.g., 'I go to school at 8 AM.', 'She plays soccer in the afternoon.').

• Groups must publish their entries or videos daily, maintaining consistency in the use of the Simple Present.

• At the end of the fictional week, each group will present their virtual diary to the class and discuss their experience and key learnings.

Feedback

Duration: 20 - 25 minutes

The aim of this stage is to solidify students' learning through reflection and sharing experiences. The group discussion allows for diverse perspectives and solutions, while the 360° feedback fosters a growth-oriented environment, encouraging teamwork and effective communication among classmates.

Group Discussion

Facilitate a group discussion with all students. Use the following guide to initiate the discussion:

Start by thanking everyone for their involvement in the projects and activities. Ask each group to share their main findings and insights from the activities they completed (Storytelling, Digital Board Game, Virtual Diary). Ask how they felt about working in groups and using digital tools to learn the Simple Present. Encourage each group to present a practical example of a Simple Present sentence that they found especially engaging or enjoyable.

Reflections

1. What was the most challenging aspect of using the Simple Present in your activities? 2. How did digital tools support or hinder your understanding of the Simple Present? 3. What insights did you gain about your own routines while discussing the routines of fictional characters?

Feedback 360º

Instruct students to engage in a 360° feedback session. Clarify that each group member should give constructive and respectful feedback to their peers. Use these guidelines to steer the class:

Ask each student to mention something positive about each peer’s contribution to the group: a strength or skill that was valuable during the activity. Encourage each student to suggest a constructive idea for improving collaboration or execution in future activities. Ensure everyone has the chance to speak and that they listen to their peers' feedback attentively and respectfully.

Conclusion

Duration: 10 - 15 minutes

🔍 Purpose: The aim of this stage is to reinforce learning through a creative summary that links it to the modern world and its practical applications. By reflecting on how what they've learned connects to daily life, students grasp the relevance of their studies, motivating them to continue exploring and confidently using the English language.

Summary

🎉 Exciting Summary: Dear students, today we explored the fascinating world of the Simple Present in a fun and digital manner! We delved into the daily lives of influencers, created interactive games, and maintained virtual diaries. We learned to articulate daily routines and habits using practical and creative examples. Who knew that studying grammar could be such a blast? 🚀

World

🌐 In Today's World: Being able to communicate routines and habits is essential in modern life, especially on social media and in the digital landscape. Our lesson linked the theory of the Simple Present with the daily practices of digital influencers and creating online content, demonstrating that the English language is not just academic; it’s a crucial skill in the global and digital world we inhabit. 💬📱

Applications

📝 Applications: Understanding and using the Simple Present is vital for describing daily actions and routines, which are key for effective personal and professional communication. Whether it’s updating a status on social media, composing a work email, or simply chatting with friends in English, the Simple Present is a fundamental tool for clear and effective self-expression.