Lesson Plan | Teachy Methodology | Verbs: Gerunds and Infinitives

Objectives

Duration: 10 to 15 minutes

The purpose of this stage of the lesson plan is to provide students with a clear understanding of the learning objectives related to the use of gerunds and infinitives. By outlining these objectives, the aim is to guide students on the importance of mastering these verb forms for effective communication in English and prepare them for the practical activities that will follow.

Main Objectives

1. Develop the skill to use gerunds and infinitives correctly in sentences.

2. Identify and differentiate verbs in gerund and infinitive forms in English texts.

Side Objectives

1. Enhance contextual understanding of verbs in different forms in contemporary texts.
2. Encourage practice and fluency in using gerunds and infinitives through digital practical activities.

Introduction

Duration: 15 to 20 minutes

The purpose of this stage is to warm up the students and prepare them for the practical lesson, encouraging them to explore the topic autonomously and share knowledge with classmates. This moment also aims to create a collaborative environment and foster curiosity about the subject, facilitating the absorption of the concepts that will be discussed and applied later.

Warming Up

Start the lesson by briefly explaining that gerunds and infinitives are essential for constructing sentences in English, especially in everyday communication and formal texts. Then, ask students to use their cell phones to search for an interesting fact or a curiosity about the use of gerunds or infinitives in English, or even examples of sentences containing these verbs. Ask them to share their findings with the class.

Initial Reflections

1. What did you find about the use of gerunds in English?

2. Can you give an example of a sentence that you found interesting with an infinitive verb?

3. What are the main differences you noticed between using gerunds and infinitives?

4. Why do you think it's important to master the use of these verbs in communication in English?

5. Did anyone find an example of a common mistake when using gerunds or infinitives?

Development

Duration: 75 to 85 minutes

The purpose of this stage of the lesson plan is to provide a practical and contextualized experience of using gerunds and infinitives. Through creative and digital activities, students will be able to apply the concepts dynamically, collaboratively, and meaningfully, connecting theory to practice in contemporary situations relevant to their realities.

Activity Suggestions

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

Activity 1 - Creating an Instagram Story 📱

> Duration: 60 to 70 minutes

- Objective: Practice the use of gerunds and infinitives in a contextualized and creative manner, using a digital platform familiar to students.

- Description: Students will be divided into groups and create a series of Instagram stories using gerunds and infinitives. Each group should choose a theme (for example, a trip, a day at school, a study routine) and create a sequence of stories that tells a coherent and engaging narrative.

- Instructions:

• Divide students into groups of up to 5 people.

• Each group must choose a theme for their Instagram stories.

• Students will use their cell phones to create and record the stories.

• Each story must include at least three verbs in the gerund and three in the infinitive.

• Encourage students to use stickers, gifs, and other Instagram resources to make the stories more interesting.

• Each group must post their stories on a practice profile or send the videos to the teacher.

• After creation, each group will present their stories to the class, explaining the use of the verbs.

Activity 2 - Digital Board Game - Gerunds and Infinitives 🎲

> Duration: 60 to 70 minutes

- Objective: Stimulate the use of gerunds and infinitives through a gamified and collaborative activity, promoting interaction and active learning.

- Description: Develop a digital board game using an online platform like Flippity. Students will create questions and challenges related to the use of gerunds and infinitives. They will play in groups, answering questions and advancing on the board as they answer correctly.

- Instructions:

• Divide students into groups of up to 5 people.

• Each group must access the Flippity platform and create a digital board game.

• Students must create questions and challenges that involve the use of gerunds and infinitives.

• Each group must prepare at least 10 questions for the game.

• Students will have time to play and answer questions from the other groups.

• Encourage students to explain their answers and discuss any doubts that arise during the game.

• After the game time, each group must make a brief presentation about the questions and answers discussed.

Activity 3 - Digital Influencer Vlog 🎥

> Duration: 60 to 70 minutes

- Objective: Develop the skill to use gerunds and infinitives appropriately in a practical and modern situation, applying grammatical concepts in a digital media context.

- Description: Students will simulate creating a vlog as a digital influencer, incorporating gerunds and infinitives into their speeches. Each group must choose a niche (for example, fashion, technology, health) and create a video of up to 5 minutes.

- Instructions:

• Divide students into groups of up to 5 people.

• Each group must choose a niche for their vlog.

• Plan and script a video of up to 5 minutes, incorporating gerunds and infinitives.

• Students must record the video using their cell phones.

• Encourage the use of free video editors to add effects and enhance the quality of the vlog.

• The vlogs must be sent to the teacher or presented in class.

• Each group must present their vlog to the class and explain the use of the chosen verbs.

Feedback

Duration: 20 to 25 minutes

The purpose of this stage is to reflect on learning collaboratively and evaluatively, promoting a deeper understanding of the concepts worked on. The group discussion and 360° feedback allow students to analyze their contributions and receive valuable insights from their peers, strengthening learning and encouraging the development of critical and collaborative skills.

Group Discussion

Promote a group discussion where students can share their experiences and conclusions. Suggest that groups report on the themes chosen, describe how they integrated the gerunds and infinitives into their activities, and discuss the challenges they faced and how they overcame them. Encourage participation from all students to ensure a rich exchange of experiences.

Reflections

1. What were the main challenges you faced when using gerunds and infinitives in your activities? 2. How did the choice of theme influence how you used gerunds and infinitives? 3. What did you learn about using gerunds and infinitives that you didn't know before this lesson?

360° Feedback

Instruct students to perform a 360° feedback, where each student should receive feedback from their group peers. Guide the class to be constructive and respectful, highlighting strengths and suggesting improvements. A simple form can be used with categories like 'Clarity in explanations', 'Appropriate use of verbs', 'Creativity', and 'Collaboration in the group'.

Conclusion

Duration: 10 to 15 minutes

✨ Conclusion Purpose: The conclusion aims to synthesize the learning in a light and fun way, connecting it to the context of the current world and highlighting its practical relevance. This moment is crucial for consolidating knowledge, emphasizing the importance of mastering the use of gerunds and infinitives for effective and modern communication.

Summary

🚀 Manga Summary: Let's imagine we had a super intergalactic adventure, where our heroes - the verbs in gerunds and those in infinitives - faced challenges of the English language. Using gerunds is like holding a sword in motion, always active (-ing). On the other hand, the infinitive represents that moment of decision, potential, and objective (to + verb). During our journey, we discovered how and when to use each one to save the day with perfect sentences! 🦸‍♂️🦸‍♀️

World Connection

🌍 Connection with the Current World: In this lesson, students used tools like Instagram and vlogs, which are essential parts of modern communication. This demonstrated how mastering the English language, especially verbs in gerunds and infinitives, is crucial for creating engaging and effective content on social media and beyond. After all, who hasn't wanted to become a digital influencer or create viral content? 😉📱

Practical Application

💡 Everyday Applications: Knowing how to use gerunds and infinitives correctly is essential not only for academic or professional writing but also for everyday communication. From captioning a photo on Instagram to writing an important email, this knowledge makes linguistic expression more precise and impactful.