Lesson Plan | Teachy Methodology | Reflexive Pronouns and Relative Pronouns

Objectives

Duration: 10 to 15 minutes

The purpose of this stage is to ensure that students understand the specific objectives of the lesson so that they can focus on the crucial points of learning. This will also help guide the practical and digital activities that will be carried out, ensuring that students are engaged and aware of what they need to achieve by the end of the lesson.

Main Objectives

1. Understand and correctly apply reflexive pronouns and relative pronouns in sentences in Spanish.

2. Identify reflexive pronouns and relative pronouns in phrases and sentences.

Side Objectives

1. Recognize the importance of reflexive and relative pronouns in constructing texts and speeches in Spanish.
2. Develop autonomy in using digital tools to practice and enhance knowledge of Spanish grammar.

Introduction

Duration: 10 to 15 minutes

The purpose of this stage is to ensure that students understand the specific objectives of the lesson so that they can focus on the crucial points of learning. This will also help guide the practical and digital activities that will be carried out, ensuring that students are engaged and aware of what they need to achieve by the end of the lesson.

Warming Up

To warm up the students and introduce the topic of reflexive and relative pronouns, ask them to use their phones to find an interesting or curious fact about these pronouns in Spanish. Give them a few minutes to conduct their research and then ask them to share what they found with the class. This will not only engage the students but also start to consolidate the prior knowledge they should have studied at home.

Initial Reflections

1. What is the difference between reflexive pronouns and relative pronouns?

2. In what types of sentences do we usually use reflexive pronouns?

3. Why is it important to use relative pronouns correctly in a sentence?

4. Can anyone give an example of a sentence using a reflexive pronoun? And a relative pronoun?

5. How can the correct use of these pronouns improve our communication in Spanish?

Development

Duration: 70 to 80 minutes

The purpose of this stage is to provide students with the opportunity to apply and consolidate their knowledge of reflexive and relative pronouns in practical and contextual activities. By working in groups and using technology, students develop skills in collaboration, creativity, and autonomy, making learning more dynamic and meaningful.

Activity Suggestions

It is recommended that only one of the suggested activities be carried out

Activity 1 - 🎥 Pronoun Vlog

> Duration: 60 to 70 minutes

- Objective: Apply reflexive and relative pronouns in a real and creative context, promoting oral and written practice in Spanish in a relaxed manner.

- Description: Students will be challenged to create a vlog (video blog) where they explain and exemplify the use of reflexive pronouns and relative pronouns. For this, they will use their phones to record videos in small groups of up to 5 people. They can choose a topic contextualized with modern life, such as a daily routine, a trip, or a fictional story, and incorporate reflexive and relative pronouns into the narration.

- Instructions:

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

• Ask each group to choose a theme for the vlog that is relevant to everyday life or interesting to the students.

• Request that they use reflexive and relative pronouns in the descriptions and dialogues of their vlog.

• Students must use their phones to record the videos, being able to edit and add effects through video editing apps.

• Encourage creativity, allowing the use of costumes, sets, and soundtracks.

• Set a time limit for recording and editing the video.

• Once completed, each group should present their vlog to the class, explaining where and how they used the reflexive and relative pronouns.

Activity 2 - 🐦 Tweeting with Pronouns

> Duration: 60 to 70 minutes

- Objective: Use reflexive and relative pronouns on a modern and dynamic platform, practicing concise writing and narrative construction in Spanish.

- Description: Students will use Twitter to create a series of tweets that explain and exemplify the use of reflexive and relative pronouns. Each group will receive a specific theme and must post a sequence of connected tweets, creating a small story or narrative that makes use of reflexive and relative pronouns.

- Instructions:

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

• Assign each group a specific theme (e.g.: a day at school, a trip, a sports event).

• Ask them to create a shared Twitter account for the group, or use personal accounts with a specific class hashtag.

• Instruct students to create a series of connected tweets, where each tweet must include at least one reflexive or relative pronoun.

• Groups should review and comment on each other's tweets, correcting any mistakes and providing constructive feedback.

• Once completed, each group should present their series of tweets to the class, explaining how and why they used the chosen pronouns.

Activity 3 - 🎮 Pronoun Game Show

> Duration: 60 to 70 minutes

- Objective: Reinforce knowledge about reflexive and relative pronouns through a competitive and interactive activity, promoting engagement and collaboration.

- Description: Organize a quiz-style game show using an online platform like Kahoot! or Quizizz, where students compete in groups to answer questions about reflexive and relative pronouns. The questions will be multiple-choice, true or false, and fill-in-the-blank, all focused on the proper use of these pronouns in Spanish.

- Instructions:

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

• Prepare a quiz using a platform like Kahoot! or Quizizz, with varied questions about reflexive and relative pronouns.

• Explain the game's rules to the students: each group must choose a name and a spokesperson to answer the questions.

• Project the quiz on the board or screen, and ask students to use their phones or computers to access the platform and answer the questions.

• Encourage active participation and collaboration within the groups, allowing quick discussions before each answer.

• At the end of the quiz, reveal the correct answers and discuss the most common mistakes found, reinforcing learning.

Feedback

Duration: 15 to 20 minutes

The purpose of this stage is to consolidate collaborative learning, allowing students to reflect on their experiences, share insights, and receive constructive feedback from their peers. This not only reinforces the content learned but also develops skills in communication, teamwork, and self-assessment.

Group Discussion

Group Discussion 🗣️

Promote a group discussion with all the students, where groups share what they learned from the activities. Use the following outline to introduce the discussion:

1. Introduction: Explain that the intention of the discussion is to share the experiences and learnings of each group.
2. Sharing: Ask each group to briefly present their vlog, series of tweets, or quiz results, highlighting key learning points and the reflexive and relative pronouns used.
3. Learning: Encourage students to talk about the challenges they encountered and how they overcame them, as well as any insights they had about the use of reflexive and relative pronouns in Spanish.
4. Conclusion: Summarize the main points discussed and reinforce the importance of the correct use of reflexive and relative pronouns in communication.

Reflections

1. 📚 How did the use of reflexive and relative pronouns help make your stories clearer and more cohesive? 2. 📝 What difficulties did you encounter when trying to apply the reflexive and relative pronouns correctly? 3. 💡 What tips would you give to someone starting to learn about reflexive and relative pronouns in Spanish?

360° Feedback

360° Feedback 🔄

Instruct students to engage in a 360° feedback stage. Each student should receive feedback from other members of the group they worked with. Guide the class to ensure that feedback is constructive and respectful, following these guidelines:

1. Be Specific: Each student should point out specific aspects of their peers' work that were well executed and those that can be improved.
2. Be Respectful: Ensure that all comments are made politely and encouragingly.
3. Be Constructive: Encourage students to offer practical suggestions for future improvements.
4. Positive Feedback: Ask each student to highlight something positive that their colleague contributed to the teamwork.

Conclusion

Duration: 10 to 15 minutes

🔍 Purpose: The purpose of this stage is to review and consolidate the main learnings, connecting them to the real world and reinforcing their practical importance. This helps students internalize the content meaningfully, highlighting how this knowledge can be applied in their daily lives and in digital communication.

Summary

📚 Summary: Imagine that reflexive and relative pronouns are the superheroes of sentences in Spanish! 🦸‍♂️🦸‍♀️ Reflexive pronouns, such as 'me', 'te', 'se', among others, are those that return the action to the subject of the sentence. Relative pronouns, such as 'que', 'quien', 'cuyo', connect ideas and give continuity to the information. Throughout the lesson, we explored how these grammatical heroes make our communications clearer and more cohesive through vlogs 🎥, tweets 🐦, and interactive quizzes 🎮.

World Connection

🌍 In the World: In the modern context, where digital communication is key, mastering reflexive and relative pronouns is crucial! Whether writing on social media, creating video content, or simply chatting online, the correct use of these pronouns reflects efficient and well-articulated communication, essential in today's interconnected world.

Practical Application

📝 Applications: Understanding and using reflexive and relative pronouns correctly makes all the difference when writing an Instagram post, creating a TikTok video, or even in a job interview in Spanish. They help build clear, cohesive, and professionally appropriate messages, facilitating the expression of ideas in a richer and more precise way.