Lesson planning does not have to be difficult or time consuming! Spend a little time at the beginning of the year writing a lesson plan master that will make you a more organized and efficient educator.
Writing a lesson plan that is clear and concise plays an important role in effective classroom management. Not only do they keep the teacher organized and on schedule, they make it possible for a substitute to step in and lead the class without missing a beat.
There are many different types of lesson forms and books available for purchase, but the easiest method is to create a daily pre-set form that is tailored specifically to your own classroom schedule. Here is just one example of what such a form might look like:
Lesson Plan Example:
Notice that events which repeat on a weekly or daily basis - like the specialists’ schedule, the recess times and even the end-of-the-day “Evaluation” routine - are a permanent part of the lesson form. This eliminates the need to re-write the same information over and over again. Space has been left under each subject block so that the teacher can include details about the lessons and materials for the day. Also note how easily changes to the schedule are made within the form.
Writing a lesson plan in an easy-to-read format makes it possible for a substitute to effortlessly follow your normal routine and classroom visitors (like support staff) to step into lessons with minimal interruptions. It also enables you to provide copies to your principal or specialists when required. It is even possible to provide parents with a photocopy of your lessons when students are faced with a long-term absence to due to illness or vacation.
Writing a lesson plan does not have to be difficult. Nor does it need to be time-consuming. By spending a little time at the beginning of the year putting the framework in to place, you will be free to concentrate the rest of your time on the most important part of your job – teaching!
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