How do your teachers usually begin their lessons?
Do they simply do what the curriculum suggests or do they tailor it to their students?
Do they do it the same way every time they teach or do they vary their approach using some of the following ideas?
Some Lesson Introduction Ideas:
agree/disagree statements
circle response
ice-breaking activity
captivating story/illustration
thought provoking question
picture to respond to
game tied in to the lesson
video clip that fits
circle response
ice-breaking activity
captivating story/illustration
thought provoking question
picture to respond to
game tied in to the lesson
video clip that fits
Help Teachers Learn to Find Ways to Start Lessons
Teachers sometimes get stuck in the rut of doing things the way they’ve always done it. We can help expand their repertoire by doing the following:
…. Introduce them to different methods.
…. Help them learn to be more creative.
…. Model ways to start a lesson by how you do teacher training.
Yes I know I am a teacher for the youth I need some guidance on how to get started. I don’t want to be boring or beat them up to make them feel bad.
Hello, Erica. How good that you have opportunity to make a difference in today’s youth. While it may seem challenging, it is so worthwhile. Let me give you just a few basics that can take you a long way.
The balance of the reply to this comment has now been turned into its own blog post. Go to: 3 Tips for Teaching Teens (Youth)
You will find additional help here: Youth/Teens Age Level Teacher Training Resources