Not yet registered? Create a OverBlog!

Create my blog

Where can I find science lesson plans?

If you are a science teacher then finding prepared lesson plans can be a real time saver. With so many lesson plans available online, how do you ensure that the school teaching resources you download are of a high standard? In this article we'll show you some reliable places to obtain free teaching plans and what to look for.

What makes a good lesson plan?

In recent years, many teaching training institutions suggest that a three part lesson plan is the best approach. This consists of: Starter This is a short activity at the beginning of the lesson which engages students and sets the tone for the rest of the session. It does not always have to be linked to the main lesson content and could be something as abstract as optical illusions to get both halves of the brain working. Main This is where the main learning objectives are delivered. This should be done through a variety of learning methods which address different learning styles. There should be regular questioning and activities for students to explore the knowledge themselves. Plenary This is the final stage of the lesson which draws together the learning. Teachers should refer back to the learning objectives at the beginning of the lesson. This can be done through questioning or learning games. This is not the only approach and lesson plans that have many cycles of "starter-main-plenary" within a single lesson are now becoming popular.

Finding online lesson plans

If you are a new teacher or supply teacher then ask your head of department for teaching lessons and materials. Often these have been prepared as part of a scheme of work that you will be teaching. If you are teaching a new topic then there are many websites for teachers that allow you to download prepared lesson plans: TES.co.uk
The Times Educational Supplement website. Upon registering you can access lessons plans that have been uploaded by the teaching community. There are resources for teachers of secondary school and primary teachers. SkillSchool.org
This is a subscription site that many schools sign up to. Ask your head of department about a SkillSchool subscription to receive lesson plans and interactive SCORM quizzes that mark themselves! Teachers.guardian.co.uk
similar to the TES but not as well established. Resources can be sorted by age group, learning objectives and subject. Remember you will want to customise any lesson plans which you download from the internet to take into account of any special educational needs in your class and to cover and specific key words and learning objectives outlined in your scheme of work or program of study.

Same category articles Tutoring

What to look for in a case study template

What to look for in a case study template

To understand a case study template, one should first understand what a case study is. anyone who is preparing a case study should be prepared to write one which is just like a good detective story. a case study should provide adequate information to the reader for analysis. so, what should you look for in a case study template?
Where to get help with math problems

Where to get help with math problems

Do you need help with mathematics? are you looking to improve your math skills? there are several options available to get help with math. math books, helpers, tutors and the internet are the best choices. the following article lets you know where to get help with math problems.
Where to get private tutoring for maths

Where to get private tutoring for maths

Some children struggle with maths and it is imperative to identify and address this problem as early as possible. one-on-one tutoring can improve your child's achievement in maths or any other subject. there are a few private tutoring options available to parents in the uk and which one you choose will depend mostly on your child's needs and your budget. learn more about private tutoring in this article.
How to say "No" in different languages?

How to say "no" in different languages?

"no" is one of the easier words to learn when attempting a new language. in many countries the word is the same or very similar. there are over 500 ways of saying and some countries have a number of different ways of expressing the word "no", depending on how it is to be used (in different contexts).