PAGE 23 LESSON PLANNING

RESPONSES TALLY
Lesson plans communicate to learners what they will 4
learn and how they will be assessed. It helps the teachers
organize content, materials, time, instructional strategies,
and assistance in the classroom.
Lesson planning enables teachers to differentiate 4
instruction to meet the diverse needs of students. They
can design activities and assessments that accommodate
varying learning styles, abilities, and interests, ensuring
that all students have opportunities to engage
meaningfully with the content.
Planning lessons help teachers make efficient use of 5
instructional time. By outlining the sequence of activities,
allocating time for each task, and considering transitions
between activities, teachers can maximize learning
opportunities and minimize downtime in the classroom.
Building the lesson plan outward from your learning goals 5
also offers much-needed flexibility in adapting
instructional delivery and classroom management during
uncertain times.
Lesson plans help teachers to ensure that instruction is 5
aligned with curriculum standards and objectives.
REACTION/INSIGHTS

Lesson planning is a vital component of teaching and learning. Effective lesson planning helps teachers structure their
teaching, ensures learners are engaged and motivated, and ultimately enhances the learning outcomes for students. A
well-designed lesson plan can make the difference between an engaging, successful lesson.

REFLECTION

Which of the classroom activities are you?

1. Excited to do? Engage students in hands-on experiments and scientific investigations

Why? To foster curiosity, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
2. Confident to do…. I can help students access information on various topics, answer questions, and clarify
concepts related to their learning objectives.
Why? To develop a deeper understanding of the subject matter.
3. Afraid to do… That I can’t provide as much information and direction as possible for assessment tasks
Why? I find myself not being able to think critically sometimes.