Planning Instruction and Designing Learning Experiences
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3. Timing<br>
is important because it keeps us focused and gives us structure.<br>
*Divide 60 minute period into 15 alone, 30 in groups, 15 alone<br>
*Write estimated times for each section on lesson plan<br>
*Limit number of transitions from one activity to another<br>
*Have time frame on boards for students to see daily agenda<br>
*Time at the end to summarize, to get student reflections<br>
*Be flexible! If students aren't getting it, modify schedule. if they get it soon, modify schedule.<br>
*Do Now - first 15 minutes - structure<br>
*Student understanding of goals for day/week/cycle/semester<br>
*Prompt 5 minutes to write, everyone must write for 5 minutes.<br>
*Modify amount of work<br>