Planning for learning

• Education
• Higher Education (degree)

Planning for learning 

ETFE501/ETFE601 wk5

• Explain the role of planning

• Describe a good lesson plan
• Create a lesson plan
  

• Create a 5 lesson scheme of work/module outline

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Session Outline

Relevant module outcomes:
1 and 4
(conducting planning and reflecting on its importance in relation to the Occupational Standards).

You can choose topics from:

1. Teaching Grammar to Adults

2. Introduction to Fractions for Students

3. Basic Computer Skills for Beginners

4. Creative Writing Techniques for Young Adults

5. If you prefer, choose your own topic that fits the lesson planning task.

Features of the role of planning

• Providing a comprehensive, up to date curriculum, meeting the needs of learners, awarding bodies and industry (make sure all LOs are covered!)

Curriculum

Awarding body

Industry

Individual learners

Employers

Study skills

Maths and English

Timing of assessments, IV, moderation, resits, Boards

Tutorials/reviews

Features of the role of planning

• Complying with legal and educational standards, essential for:

Institutional reputation

Accreditation

£

£

£

Features of the role of planning

• Plan adaptive teaching to support and maximise each learner's potential
• Monitor/support progress towards qualifications and goals

Features of the role of planning

• Allocate resources effectively

Features of the role of planning

• Opportunities for reflection and quality assurance through regular adaptation of teaching methods, materials and assessments

Features of the role of planning

• Forming partnerships (eg, with employers) that enhance the value of education provided, offering learners real-world opportunities and experiences

On the IEG template

• Unit and topic name
  
• Location, date and time
  
• Teacher
  
• Outcomes which relate to the session and seek to move the student closer to unit learning outcomes (ie, they have a purpose) why is this important?
  
• Starter, main body and plenary (what is the role of each, and do you repeat this cycle during a single lesson where necessary?)
  
• Additional (homework etc, but should also include how you will adapt your teaching and assessment to suit individual leaners - use learner initials)

Also good practice

• Extension activities
  
• English, maths, ILT, E&D
  
• Resources
  
• Think about variety of activities and groupings
  
• Try to include opportunities for students to move around.

How should an effective lesson
plan support: (a) students
(b) the lecturer (c) support staff?

With foresight's lens, a teacher's mind can see,

A roadmap clear, a destiny.

Long-term planning, a guiding star,

Directing lessons, both near and far.

Goals are set, with purpose deep,

To nurture minds, to knowledge keep.

Curriculum mapped, a thoughtful guide,

To lead your learners on a tide.

Resources gathered, with care and thought,

To enrich lessons, is what is sought.

Assessments planned, to monitor all,

And guide instruction, and enthrall.

Challenges faced, with steadfast grace,

Adapting plans, to suit each pace.

Reflection's mirror, shines so bright,

To refine the course, and steer it right.

So let us plan, with hearts aflame,

To nurture minds, and reach our aim:

A brighter future, with such glow,

That learning's seeds, will always grow.

Teacher's Compass:

A poem about long-term planning generated by Gemini

Going back to your starter activity

Rewrite your plan taking into account all of the things you have learnt about planning a lesson.

How is it different?

What things are you now going to include in your lessons?

The Scheme of Work/Module Outline

How should you start?
What must be included?
What are the pitfalls?

Fixed

• Induction
  
• Assessment dates/windows (formative and summative)
  
• Work experience
  
• College holidays - be aware of bank holidays too
  

         Round-up: SoW/MO

Remember

• Topics
  
• Learning outcomes
  
• Resources
  
• Variety
  
• Inclusion
  
• Stretch/challenge for all
  
• Links with other units
  
• Workshops
  
• Tutorials
  
• E&M exams
  

To accommodate, as necessary

• Visiting speakers
  
• Trips/visits
  
• College requirements (progression, etc)
  
• Calendar dates (eg, awareness days)
  

This is a working document

Topics to choose from

You can continue with the topic in your starter activity.  Or you could use:

1. Teaching Grammar to Adults

2. Introduction to Fractions for Students

3. Basic Computer Skills for Beginners

4. Effective Note-Taking Strategies for College Students

5. Creative Writing Techniques for Young Adults

6. If you prefer, choose your own topic that fits the lesson planning task.