Lesson Plan | Lesson Plan Iteratif Teachy | Verbs: Modal Verbs

Goal

Duration: 10 - 15 minutes

The aim of this lesson plan stage is to make sure all students know what we’ll cover in class, focusing on key modal verbs. This lays the groundwork for the practical activities that will come next, ensuring everyone has a clear understanding of what’s expected and the learning goals.

Goal Utama:

1. Identify and understand the use of modal verbs: can, could, may, must, and should.

2. Apply modal verbs in various contexts and everyday situations.

Introduction

Duration: 10 - 15 minutes

The goal of this stage is to engage students and activate their prior knowledge about modal verbs. This not only prepares everyone for the upcoming activities but also fosters a collaborative and dynamic learning environment. The initial interaction through quick research and discussion helps set the context for using modal verbs effectively.

Warming Up

Modal verbs are essential tools in English, allowing us to express abilities, permissions, possibilities, and obligations. To kick things off, have students use their devices to look up fascinating facts or curiosities about any of the modal verbs (can, could, may, must, should). This will encourage them to share what they discover with the class and spark an initial discussion about these verbs.

Initial Thoughts

1. What’s the difference between 'can' and 'could'?

2. When do we use 'may' instead of 'can'?

3. When is it appropriate to use 'must'?

4. How can 'should' be utilized to give advice?

5. Can you give some examples of sentences using these modal verbs?

Development

Duration: 70 - 80 minutes

The aim of this stage of the lesson plan is to give students the chance to apply modal verbs in engaging and practical contexts. Utilizing digital technologies and creative methods allows students to explore the use of modal verbs in a meaningful and enjoyable way. This not only reinforces theoretical knowledge but also builds practical and digital communication skills.

Activity Suggestions

Activity Recommendations

Activity 1 - Creating Instagram Stories with Modal Verbs 📸

> Duration: 60 - 70 minutes

- Goal: Apply modal verbs in practical, everyday contexts using a popular digital platform that students are familiar with to encourage creativity and engagement.

- Deskripsi Activity: Students will create a series of Instagram stories featuring modal verbs in various scenarios. They can use their own accounts or set up a fictional one for the task. The stories should showcase everyday situations where 'can', 'could', 'may', 'must', and 'should' are used correctly. Students are encouraged to include text, images, videos, and even polls to engage their audience.

- Instructions:

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

• Each group must select a theme for the stories, such as 'A Day in the Life of a Student', 'Health Tips', 'Planning a Trip', or 'Study Tips'.

• Each group should brainstorm at least 10 sentences using different modal verbs to incorporate into their stories before starting.

• Students should use their phones to create the stories, including text, images, videos, and polls related to their theme and the modal verbs.

• Each group should post the sequence of stories on their Instagram account and share the link with the class and the teacher.

• Finally, each group should present their stories to the class, explaining how they used the modal verbs.

Activity 2 - Digital Influencers and Life Tips 💡

> Duration: 60 - 70 minutes

- Goal: Encourage creative and contextualized use of modal verbs through digital content creation, helping students develop their communication and video editing skills.

- Deskripsi Activity: Students will step into the shoes of digital influencers by creating a short video (like a vlog) offering life tips using modal verbs. They can focus on health, lifestyle, studies, or sports. The edited video should be shared on a chosen platform, such as YouTube or TikTok.

- Instructions:

• Divide students into groups of up to 5 people.

• Each group should select a relevant and interesting theme for their tips.

• Before recording, each group must write a script that includes at least 10 sentences using modal verbs.

• Use phones to record the video, incorporating various scenarios and visual elements to enhance their tips.

• Edit the video using accessible apps like InShot or CapCut.

• Post the video on the chosen platform and share the link with the class and the teacher.

• At the end, each group should present their video to the class and highlight how they utilized the modal verbs.

Activity 3 - Interactive Adventure Game with Modal Verbs 🎮

> Duration: 60 - 70 minutes

- Goal: Promote practical use of modal verbs in an interactive game format, fostering collaboration, narrative logic, and critical thinking.

- Deskripsi Activity: Students will create an interactive adventure story using a game creation platform like Twine or Google Slides. The story should present various scenarios and choices that involve using modal verbs to progress the narrative.

- Instructions:

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

• Each group should outline an adventure story with different scenarios and interactive choices.

• The story must incorporate at least 10 situations where modal verbs are employed to make decisions (e.g., 'You can choose to follow the trail through the forest or you might decide to climb the mountain.').

• Utilize Twine or Google Slides to craft the narrative, including text, images, and interactive links for the choices.

• Share the completed game with the class and the teacher, allowing others to play and explore the choices.

• In the end, each group should present their game and explain how modal verbs were woven into the story.

Feedback

Duration: 20 - 25 minutes

This stage of the lesson plan aims to foster reflection and knowledge exchange among students, enabling them to learn from one another and reinforce their understanding of modal verbs. Additionally, the 360° feedback nurtures communication, empathy, and teamwork skills, which are vital in both school and professional settings.

Group Discussion

[Group Discussion] 💬

Hold a group discussion with all students, where each group shares what they learned from the activities and their reflections. Use the following guide to steer the conversation:

1. Introduction: Ask each group to give a brief presentation of their work (Instagram Stories, video, or interactive game).
2. Learnings: Ask each group to outline what they learnt about modal verb usage.
3. Challenges: Have groups share any challenges they faced during the activities.
4. Insights: Ask students how the activities helped them deepen their understanding of modal verbs and how they can apply this knowledge in future scenarios.

Reflections

1. How was modal verb usage integrated into your activity? Provide specific examples. 2. What challenges did you face when applying modal verbs in a digital context? 3. How do you plan on using modal verbs in your daily life moving forward?

Feedback 360º

[360° Feedback] 🔄

Instruct students to carry out a 360° feedback session, ensuring each student receives feedback from their peers. Guide students to provide constructive and respectful input, highlighting at least one positive aspect and one area for improvement for each peer. Use the following guidelines for the feedback process:

• Be Specific: Avoid vague statements. Provide concrete examples of the colleague’s performance.
• Be Constructive: Offer practical suggestions to aid improvement.
• Be Respectful: Maintain a positive and respectful tone, acknowledging each member’s contributions.

Conclusion

Duration: 10 - 15 minutes

🎯 Purpose: 🎯 This concluding stage aims to reflect on the key takeaways from the lesson, linking theoretical content to its practical applications in everyday scenarios. Summarizing and contextualizing modal verbs in the modern world strengthens students' understanding, making the learning experience more impactful and lasting.

Summary

🎉 Alright, everyone! Let’s recap what we’ve covered about modal verbs! 🎉

Verbal Superpowers: Just as heroes have powers they use in certain situations, modal verbs can, could, may, must, and should help us express abilities, permissions, possibilities, and obligations. Think of them as critical tools for navigating everyday English!

Practical Tips: We’ve learned to use 'can' for abilities (I can swim.), 'could' for past abilities or possibilities (I could swim when I was younger.), 'may' for more formal permissions (May I come in?), 'must' for obligations (You must wear a seatbelt.), and 'should' for advice (You should eat healthy foods.).

World

🌐 Connecting to Today’s World: 🌐 In an era dominated by social networks and digital communication, expressing oneself accurately in English is essential. The use of modal verbs makes your messages clearer and more effective, whether in posts, videos, or blogs. Picture creating content that needs to guide, suggest, or obligate subtly; that’s when modality comes in handy, enriching and deepening communication.

Applications

📱 Everyday Applications: 📱 Mastering modal verbs goes beyond English class; it’s super handy in daily life too, whether you’re politely asking for permission, suggesting something to a friend, or adhering to rules and guidelines. They unlock a key to more natural and effective communication in English, whether it’s a chat with a friend from abroad or a virtual work meeting.