Lesson Plan | Socioemotional Learning | Pronouns and Adjectives: Demonstratives

Objective

Duration: 10 to 15 minutes

The goal of this stage in the Socioemotional Lesson Plan is to prepare students to understand and use demonstrative pronouns in English while also enhancing their self-awareness and emotional intelligence. By aligning specific content learning with socioemotional development, students will be better equipped to recognize, comprehend, and manage their emotions in a learning environment, thereby facilitating the assimilation and application of the knowledge they acquire.

Objective Utama

1. Develop the ability to identify and use demonstrative pronouns in English.

2. Understand the differences among various demonstrative pronouns and apply this knowledge in meaningful sentences.

3. Promote the correct identification and naming of emotions through practical examples of demonstrative pronouns.

Introduction

Duration: 15 to 20 minutes

Emotional Warmup Activity

Mindfulness: Focus on the Present Moment

The emotional warm-up activity will involve a practice of Mindfulness. This activity aims to promote focus, presence, and concentration among students, creating an emotional backdrop for the lesson. Mindfulness is a technique that involves fully engaging with the present moment, recognizing and accepting one’s own emotions and thoughts without judgment. This practice helps lower stress and anxiety levels, as well as enhance concentration and emotional regulation.

1. Ask students to sit comfortably in their chairs with their backs straight and feet flat on the floor.

2. Encourage them to close their eyes or maintain a soft gaze on a specific point in front of them.

3. Guide students to focus on their breathing, feeling the air moving in and out through their noses. Suggest they pay attention to the physical sensations of breathing.

4. If their minds start to wander, gently prompt them to redirect their focus back to their breath.

5. After a few minutes, ask them to expand their awareness to include sensations in their bodies, noting any tension or discomfort while refocusing on their breath.

6. Progress to the final phase where students should broaden their awareness to the sounds around them, their present feelings, and thoughts, observing without trying to make changes.

7. After about 5 to 7 minutes, conclude the practice by inviting students to slowly open their eyes and return their focus to the classroom.

Content Contextualization

Demonstrative pronouns in English are essential tools for clear and effective communication. They help indicate the location of objects and people in relation to the speaker, making them fundamental for expressing ideas accurately. In our daily lives, we constantly use demonstrative pronouns to communicate our thoughts and understand others. For instance, when explaining a situation or giving directions, we employ these words to enhance comprehension.

Furthermore, grasping and using demonstrative pronouns correctly can improve social interactions and help us understand the emotions and intentions of others. By linking these words with emotional contexts, students can foster not just their language skills but also their emotional intelligence, learning to recognize and articulate feelings while effectively managing their emotions.

Development

Duration: 60 to 75 minutes

Theory Guide

Duration: 20 to 25 minutes

1. Demonstrative Pronouns in English: Definition and Examples

2. Demonstrative pronouns are words used to specify and locate a noun in relation to the speaker. In English, the demonstrative pronouns are: this, that, these, and those.

3. This: Used to indicate something close to the speaker, in singular. Example: This is my book.

4. That: Used to indicate something far from the speaker, in singular. Example: That is your car.

5. These: Used to indicate something close to the speaker, in plural. Example: These are my friends.

6. Those: Used to indicate something far from the speaker, in plural. Example: Those are my shoes.

7. Demonstrative Adjectives in English: Definition and Examples

8. Demonstrative adjectives also indicate the position of a noun in relation to the speaker, but they modify nouns. The demonstrative adjectives are identical to the demonstrative pronouns (this, that, these, those), but they are directly followed by a noun.

9. This: Example: This book is interesting.

10. That: Example: That car is fast.

11. These: Example: These apples are delicious.

12. Those: Example: Those shoes are pricey.

13. Analogies to Facilitate Understanding

14. To help students grasp these concepts better, use analogies based on the arrangement of objects in the classroom. For instance, when indicating a nearby book, say 'this book'. When pointing to a book that's farther away, say 'that book'.

15. Importance of Recognizing and Naming Emotions

16. During the explanation, emphasize how the accurate use of demonstrative pronouns can help clarify communication and reduce frustration and misunderstandings. Relate this to the importance of recognizing and naming emotions in social interactions.

Activity with Socioemotional Feedback

Duration: 30 to 35 minutes

Exploring Demonstrative Pronouns and Adjectives Through Emotions

In this activity, students will work in pairs to create short dialogues using demonstrative pronouns and adjectives. Every dialogue should include emotional expressions, which will be analyzed and discussed afterwards.

1. Divide the class into pairs.

2. Distribute cards with different scenarios that require using demonstrative pronouns and adjectives. Examples: 'Describe a shopping day', 'Explain how a trip to the park went.'

3. Ask students to draft short dialogues (3-4 lines) for each scenario, correctly using this, that, these, and those.

4. Encourage students to incorporate emotional expressions into their dialogue, such as 'I feel happy with this book' or 'I was surprised by that news.'

5. After composing the dialogues, each pair must read their dialogue aloud to the class.

Discussion and Group Feedback

Following the readings of the dialogues, initiate a group discussion using the RULER method. Recognize the emotions expressed in the dialogues and prompt students to do the same. Understand the causes of those emotions by asking questions about the contexts presented. Name the emotions correctly, helping students to broaden their emotional vocabulary. Express various ways those emotions could be demonstrated and explore how word choices can influence communication. Regulate the emotions by discussing strategies for managing negative emotions and reinforcing the importance of self-control and responsible decision-making in daily interactions.

Conclusion

Duration: 15 to 20 minutes

Reflection and Emotional Regulation

Encourage students to write a paragraph reflecting on the challenges encountered during the lesson and how they handled their emotions. Alternatively, facilitate a group discussion where each student can share their experiences and feelings. Inquire how they felt while using demonstrative pronouns and adjectives and how this influenced their emotions and interactions.

Objective: The objective of this activity is to urge students to assess their emotional responses and pinpoint effective strategies for managing challenging situations. This will foster self-awareness and emotional regulation, both crucial for learning and personal growth.

Glimpse into the Future

Ask students to set personal and academic goals regarding their use of demonstrative pronouns and adjectives. Discuss the importance of establishing clear and realistic goals to continue practicing the content learned.

Penetapan Objective:

1. Practice using demonstrative pronouns and adjectives in everyday sentences.

2. Read texts in English and identify the use of demonstrative pronouns and adjectives.

3. Reflect weekly on progress in the correct usage of demonstrative pronouns and adjectives.

4. Create short dialogues using demonstrative pronouns and adjectives to practice with their peers. Objective: The aim of this subsection is to enhance students' autonomy and encourage the practical application of their learning. By setting goals, students will continue to develop their language and socioemotional skills, promoting continuous growth both academically and personally.