Guerna CO #3

 Date/Time: June 25th, 10:00-10:50

Topic/Skill: Grammar Skills (Verb Tenses) (Advance)

Teacher Presentation:

  • The teacher facilitated an interactive grammar lesson focused on verb tenses and article usage.
  • Students were encouraged to explain grammar rules (e.g., verb tenses and articles) and provide their own examples.
  • After each student response, the teacher asked clarifying questions to assess understanding and correct misconceptions when necessary.
  • Included a fun grammar-based activity using tools like Kahoot to reinforce learning in an engaging way.

Classroom management: 

  • Very active and focused class; the teacher responded to students' clarification-based questions and encouraged participation.
  • The teacher promoted thoughtful decision-making by asking students to explain their answers and consider alternative correct responses.
  • Reading exercises were conducted together, with group correction and discussion as needed.

Materials: PowerPoint, whiteboard, Kahoot

Feedback Provided:

  • Clarified grammar rules and explanations.
  • Asked follow-up questions to encourage deeper understanding.
  • Provided feedback on incorrect answers and explained why they were wrong.

Lesson(s) on teaching I learned:

  • Grammar instruction is more effective when students are active participants in rule explanation and application.
  • Fun, interactive activities like Kahoot can boost engagement and reinforce learning.
  • It’s important to ask students to justify their answers and explain their thinking—this deepens understanding.
  • Encouraging students to consider multiple acceptable answers fosters flexible and accurate language use.
  • Collaborative reading and correction activities support peer learning and grammar reinforcement.

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