Lesson Plan | Active Methodology | Personal Routines and Information

Premises: This Active Lesson Plan assumes: a 100-minute class duration, prior student study both with the Book and the beginning of Project development, and that only one activity (among the three suggested) will be chosen to be carried out during the class, as each activity is designed to take up a large part of the available time.

Objective

Duration: (5 - 10 minutes)

The Objectives stage is essential to set clear learning goals for the class. By clearly outlining expectations, students can better focus on their prior knowledge and engage actively in classroom activities. This early preparation ensures that class time is utilized productively for practical applications of concepts already studied, reinforcing their learning through practice and interaction.

Objective Utama:

1. Empower students to describe and discuss their daily routines in English, using appropriate vocabulary.

2. Enable students to exchange basic personal information such as name, age, nationality, and hobbies in English, clearly and understandably.

Objective Tambahan:

1. Boost students’ confidence in using English in day-to-day conversations.
2. Encourage interaction among students to practice spoken English.

Introduction

Duration: (15 - 20 minutes)

The Introduction stage aims to engage students and link their previous knowledge with the content to be covered in the lesson. The problem situations prompt students to think critically and utilize the vocabulary and structures they've already learnt. This context highlights the topic’s practical relevance, boosting students' interest and setting them up for applying their knowledge in real or simulated situations during class.

Problem-Based Situation

1. Imagine you are at an international camp and need to introduce yourself to people from different cultures. How would you say your name, age, and hobbies in English?

2. Think about what a typical weekday looks like for you. How would you describe your morning routine – from waking up to having breakfast and heading to school – to a new classmate who might not speak your native language?

Contextualization

Being able to share personal information and describe daily routines is crucial not just for travel or exchanges, but also in our increasingly global workplace. Furthermore, understanding the daily structures of different cultures can spark curiosity and foster better communication. For instance, in Japanese culture, the concept of 'Wa' emphasizes harmony and balance in social interactions.

Development

Duration: (70 - 75 minutes)

The Development stage is crafted to allow students to practically and interactively use the vocabulary and structures related to routines and personal information that they've learned before. The activities aim to not only reinforce their learning but also to cultivate presentation, dialogue, and comprehension skills in English within a fun and collaborative setting. This section is vital for cementing knowledge and preparing students for real-world applications of English.

Activity Suggestions

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

Activity 1 - 🌟 Morning Routines Around the World

> Duration: (60 - 70 minutes)

- Objective: Practice vocabulary related to routines and personal information in diverse cultural contexts, enhancing presentation and discussion skills in English.

- Description: In this activity, students will create and present a typical morning routine from a fictional English-speaking country. Each group will receive a card outlining cultural characteristics and specific morning activities with times for that country. They should use vocabulary related to routines and personal information to describe and act out these activities.

- Instructions:

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

• Hand out cultural cards to each group, each representing a different fictional country.

• Ask each group to create a morning routine based on the information on their card, utilizing the vocabulary studied.

• Students should prepare a brief presentation of their routine in English, detailing the activities.

• Each group presents their routine to the class, followed by a discussion about the observed cultural and language differences.

Activity 2 - 🗣️ Speed Dating with Hobbies

> Duration: (60 - 70 minutes)

- Objective: Enhance conversation and listening skills in English, focusing on personal information and shared interests.

- Description: Students will take part in a 'speed dating' activity where they exchange personal information and interests. Each student will have a card outlining their character, including name, age, nationality, and hobbies. They should converse with their peers, applying vocabulary related to routines and personal information to learn more about these fictitious characters.

- Instructions:

• Prepare character cards for each student, detailing name, age, nationality, and hobbies.

• Explain the concept of 'speed dating' and how the activity will be tailored for English practice.

• Arrange the seating for pairs, allowing students to switch partners every 5 minutes.

• During each round, students utilize the vocabulary they’ve studied to ask and answer questions about their characters' hobbies.

• At the end, have each student share something interesting they learned about their peers.

Activity 3 - 🎭 Role Play: A Day in the Life

> Duration: (60 - 70 minutes)

- Objective: Practice using vocabulary of routines and personal information in a realistic and engaging context, enhancing students’ fluency and confidence in speaking English.

- Description: In this activity, students will act out a conversation between two friends discussing their daily routines and plans. Each group will receive a different scenario, such as 'university students in various countries', and should use vocabulary related to routines and personal information to dramatize the discussion.

- Instructions:

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

• Assign each group a unique scenario for the enactment.

• Students must craft a short dialogue that depicts a typical day in their given scenario, utilizing the vocabulary studied.

• Each group will present their role play to the class and then discuss the differences and similarities observed in their routines.

• Encourage students to share any vocabulary or expressions they found challenging and discuss them as a class.

Feedback

Duration: (15 - 20 minutes)

This stage aims to reinforce learning, allowing students to contemplate the activities completed and articulate their takings in a broader context. The group discussion helps identify strengths and areas for improvement while promoting the sharing of experiences among students. This collective reflection enhances knowledge retention and highlights the importance of effective English communication.

Group Discussion

After completing the activities, gather all students for a collective discussion. Initiate by briefly sharing the aims of the activities and invite each group to speak about their experiences. Encourage students to reflect on what they learned about different cultures and how it felt using English to discuss routines and personal information in varied contexts. Use prompts like 'What did you find most challenging during the activities?' and 'How did you feel introducing yourself in English in a new way?' to facilitate the discussion.

Key Questions

1. What words or expressions did you find most handy when describing your routines and interests?

2. How did cultural differences shape the way you envisioned the routines of the characters in your presentations?

3. How might what you practiced today assist you in real-life situations where you'll need to use English?

Conclusion

Duration: (5 - 10 minutes)

The Conclusion’s purpose is to solidify learning, ensuring that students can relate practical activities to the theoretical concepts studied, and grasp the topic’s relevance in their lives. This moment is crucial for reinforcing memory and understanding, equipping students for future use of English in authentic contexts.

Summary

To wrap up, the teacher should recap the main points discussed, revisiting the vocabulary and concepts of routines and personal information in English. It's important to underline the cultural differences explored and how these shape our daily communication.

Theory Connection

Explain how the enactment activities, speed dating, and creation of morning routines provided a practical application of the vocabulary studied. Emphasize how in-class practice complemented and strengthened theoretical learning, preparing students for actual use of English in relevant situations.

Closing

Finally, the teacher should stress the real-life applicability of the content learned, whether for travel, exchanges, or in international workplace settings. Make it clear how gaining proficiency in discussing routines and personal information in English can pave the way for better communication and foster intercultural relationships.