A typical outlined lesson plan might include:
* Learning Objective(s): What specific knowledge or skills should students gain by the end of the lesson? (Often stated using action verbs like "identify," "explain," "analyze," etc.)
* Materials: A brief list of necessary resources (e.g., worksheets, handouts, technology, props).
* Procedure/Activities: A series of bullet points or short descriptions of the lesson's activities, including:
* Engagement/Introduction: How will you grab students' attention and connect the lesson to prior knowledge?
* Development/Instruction: How will you present the main concepts and information? This might include direct instruction, group work, discussions, etc.
* Practice/Application: How will students practice using the new knowledge or skills? This might involve activities, problem-solving, projects, etc.
* Assessment: How will you check for understanding? This could be informal (observation, questioning) or formal (quiz, assignment).
* Closure: How will you summarize the lesson and connect it to future learning?
* Differentiation: (Optional, but recommended) Brief notes on how you will adapt the lesson to meet the needs of diverse learners (e.g., providing extra support, challenging advanced students).
* Assessment: What specific methods will be used to assess student learning (formative and summative)?
The key difference between an outlined lesson plan and a detailed lesson plan is the level of detail. An outlined plan is concise and focuses on the essential elements, while a detailed plan provides more specific instructions and scripts for each activity. An outlined lesson plan is useful for experienced teachers who can readily fill in the gaps, or for quick planning of simpler lessons.