1. Create a welcoming environment: Greet students warmly, establish eye contact, and create an environment where they feel comfortable and respected.
2. Set clear objectives and expectations: Share the learning objectives for the lesson and the expectations you have for students' participation and behavior.
3. Review prior knowledge: Briefly review relevant concepts, skills, or knowledge from previous lessons to connect with the new material.
4. Engage with an attention-grabbing activity: Start the lesson with an engaging activity that captures students' attention, stimulates curiosity, and sets the tone for learning.
End of the lesson:
1. Review and summarize key points: Summarize the main points and concepts covered during the lesson to reinforce learning.
2. Provide opportunities for reflection: Ask students to reflect on what they learned and how they might apply it to their lives or future learning.
3. Assess student understanding: Conduct a quick assessment or exit ticket to assess students' understanding of the material.
4. Thank students and acknowledge their efforts: Express appreciation for students' participation and effort, and encourage them to continue their learning.
5. Provide a smooth transition to the next lesson or activity: If applicable, provide information on the next lesson's topic or assignments and how they connect to what was learned in this lesson.