𝐋𝐄𝐒𝐒𝐎𝐍 𝐏𝐋𝐀𝐍𝐍𝐈𝐍𝐆❟ 𝐂𝐂𝐐 & 𝐈𝐂𝐐𝐒𝐬

Hi, welcome to the second entry of this blog! 

This last week's class was completely online due to an important event that I forgot but it doesn't matter anymore lol. So what was this last lesson about? 

This week's pptx was so cute lol I can't help using it for this week's entry.

LESSON PLANNING

What is lesson planning? Lesson planning is the process of outlining and organizing the content, activities, and assessments to be delivered during a teaching session. It provides a roadmap for the teacher to navigate through the lesson while keeping the student's learning needs in mind. A well-structured lesson plan ensures that learning objectives are met and that the content is delivered effectively.

Planning a class is much more complex than we might think. If you have rigid planning, then you lack flexibility which is not good when we are talking about teaching! But if you lack planning, you might be perceived as an unreliable teacher. Balance is the key, and effective lesson planning is the backbone of successful teaching. It allows educators to create structured and engaging learning experiences for their students. To ensure that the objectives of a lesson are met and that students grasp the concepts being taught, teachers utilize various tools and techniques. Among these tools are Concept Checking Questions (CCQ) and Instruction Checking Questions (ICQ).

Concept Checking Questions (CCQs) are thought-provoking questions designed to assess whether students have understood a particular concept or language point. These questions are critical for checking comprehension and identifying any misconceptions students may have. CCQs should be tailored to the specific content and should require more than a simple "yes" or "no" response, for example: ''Can you explain to me in your own words the concept we just reviewed?" or "Give an example of today's topic".

By using CCQs, teachers can gauge the level of understanding among their students, identify areas that require further explanation, and adapt their teaching approach accordingly.

On the other side, we have Instruction Checking Questions (ICQs) that serve the purpose of verifying whether students have comprehended the instructions provided for an activity or task. As clear instructions are vital for effective learning, ICQs play a crucial role in reducing any possible confusion or misinterpretation. These questions are designed to be concise and direct, encouraging students to confirm their understanding of the task at hand. The ICQ also works to verify if the students are paying attention to the class by their corporal language.