Lesson Plan and Lesson (Introduce the Noun)

 

Lesson plan

Topic: Introduce the Nouns 

Objectives:

·       To identify basic form of nouns

·       To identify various types of nouns

·       To identify correct nouns

Outcomes:  

At the end of lesson, students will be able to understand the noun in every sentences.

Level: Grade 5

Time: 1 hour  

Materials: Video, Handout, and white board etc.

Introduction

In this lesson, I will teach about nouns. Noun is a name that we can call animate and inanimate like thing, person and place.

Procedure

There are six types of nouns. They are;

1.     Countable nouns

2.     Uncountable nouns

3.     Proper nouns

4.     Common nouns

5.     Collective nouns

6.     Abstract nouns

Countable nouns

Countable nouns are those that refer to something that can be counted. They are singular and plural form.

For example; book, table, tree, star, radio etc.

Uncountable nouns

Uncountable nouns do not typically refer to things that can be counted and they have only plural form.

For example; sand, tea, hair, salt, sugar, etc.

 

Proper nouns

A proper noun is a name that identifies a particular person, place, or thing.

For example; Buddha, New York, United Nations, Jesus Christ etc.

Note: proper nouns begin with capital letters.

Common nouns

A common noun is a noun that refers to people or things in general.

For example; woman, boy, doctor, leader, teacher, worker etc.

Collective nouns

Collective nouns refer to groups of people or things.

For example; army, staff, family, nation, team, association etc.

Abstract nouns

An abstract noun is a noun which refers to ideas, qualities and conditions that cannot be seen or touched and things which know in our mind.

For example; hatred, love, compassion, honesty, wisdom, death etc.

 

Exercise 01

Read the following sentences and identify the nouns.

1. The man may be a teacher.

2. Pedestrians were clocking the street.

3. An owl has been perching on the cable line.

4. I am a musician.

                

                                                            Lesson

Topic:  Introduce the Nouns 

Objectives:

·       To identify basic form of nouns

·       To identify various types of nouns

·       To identify correct nouns

Outcomes:  

At the end of lesson, students will be able to understand the Noun in every sentences.

Level: Grade 5

Time: 1 hour  

Materials: Video, Handout etc.

Introduction

In this lesson, I will teach about nouns. Noun is a name that we can call animate and inanimate like name, thing, person and place.

 Types of nouns. They are;

1. Countable noun

2. Uncountable noun

3. Proper noun

4. Common noun

5. Collective noun

6. Abstract noun

7. Compound noun

8. Concrete noun

 

Countable noun

Countable nouns are those that refer to something that can be counted. They are singular and plural form.

For example; book, table, tree, radio etc.

Uncountable noun

Uncountable nouns do not typically refer to things that can be counted and they have only singular form.

For example; sand, tea, hair, salt, sugar, etc.

Proper noun

A proper noun is a name that identifies a particular person, place, or thing.

For example; Buddha, New York, United Nations, Jesus Christ etc.

Note: proper nouns begin with capital letters.

Common noun

A common noun is a noun that refers to people or things in general.

For example; woman, boy, doctor, leader, teacher, worker etc.

Collective noun

Collective nouns refer to groups of people or things.

For example; army, staff, family, nation, team, association etc.

Abstract noun

An abstract noun is a noun which refers to ideas, qualities and conditions that cannot be seen or touched and things which know in our mind.

For example; hatred, love, compassion, honesty, wisdom, etc.

Compound noun

Compound noun refers to two or more nouns combined to form a single noun.

For example; moonlight, school boy, hot dog, orange juice, cheese cake, etc.

 Concrete noun

A concrete noun is a noun which refers to people and things that exist physically and can be seen, touched, smelled, heard or tested.

For example; building, beach, bridge, tree, dog, music etc.  

 

Watch the Video.

https://youtu.be/AQNFJVdmk

Exercise 01

Read the following sentences and underline the nouns.

1. The man may be a teacher.

2. Pedestrians were clocking the street.

3. An owl has been perching on the cable line.

4. I am a musician.

5. The earth threatened by global warmth.

6. People are regarding honesty as dullness.

7. The books may not be on the table.

8. My opinion comes true.

9. We are at work.

10. The coffee is hot.

Exercise 02

Identify the Nouns.

1.    1. Book 📚                                                                     5. Flower🌹                                                                                 

                                                                                                                     

3.     2. Love 💗                                                                    6. Wisdom

4.     3. Sunflower🌻                                                             7. Sand⏳

 

 

4. Family 👪                                                                8. Salt 🧂 

 

                                                                                                   

Exercise 03

Match the following noun.

1.              🌊 (Indian Ocean) 1. Concrete noun                                                               I.

                                                                                                                       

2.   2. Compound noun                                                            ii.  🍚 (Rice)                          

 

 

3.                🍎 (Apple)3. Proper noun                                                                    iii.

 

 

4.              💃 (Dancer)4. Common noun                                                               iv.

 

 

5.             🚗 (Car)5. Abstract noun                                                                 v.

 

 

6.              🦋 (Butterfly)6. Countable noun                                                             vi.

 

 

7.               🌳 (Tree)7. Uncountable noun                                                        vii.

 

 

8.                 💕 (Love)8. Collective noun                                                              viii.

 

 

 

L2 learning and teaching with reference to digital natives

 

L2 learning and teaching with reference to digital natives

A person born or brought up during the age of digital technology and so familiar with computers and the internet from an early age is known as a digital native.[1]

Propose of this study was[2] to examine how high-school teachers or university lecturers view and use electronic devices (such as smart phones, laptops and tab) for educational propose, and if the age-based digital native divide would highlight any differences in responses.

The results showed that while digital native teachers consistently responded more positively towards the benefits of mobile devices in L2 teaching and learning than the older digital refugee teachers often at a significant level that all teachers-regardless of age- agreed on the benefits and promotion of electronic devices as L2 learning aids. The results of this study expand the knowledge base of L2 teachers, mobile, laptop, tab etc. device experiences and practice while raising awareness of digital natives, and recommendations made for schools, etc.

However, there are certain advantages and disadvantages of language learning and teaching that common in the digital natives’ world. They are.

 Advantages of Digital Natives[3]

1. Social Connectivity
2. Communication Speeds
3. Versatile Working
4. Learning Opportunities
5. Automation
6. Information Storage

Disadvantages of Digital Natives[4]

1. Data Security
2. Crime and Terrorism
3. Complexity
4. Privacy Concerns
5. Social Disconnect
6. Work Overload
7. Digital Media Manipulation
8. Job Insecurity
9. Plagiarism and Copyright

However, there are a lot of negative aspects, but we cannot deny the importance of digital native world. Therefore, the importance of digital native is to achieve L2 learnings and teachings to communicate to the digital world.

 

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[1] Definitions from Oxford Languages Dictionary 

[2] https://files.eric.ed.gov/.pdf

[3] https://turbofuture.com/computers/Advantages-of-Digital-Technology

[4] https://turbofuture.com/misc/Disadvantages-of-Digital-Technology

Introduction L2 learning and teaching

Introduction L2 learning and teaching.

According to Cambridge Dictionary, language means a system of communication used by people in a particular country or type of work[1]. According to Oxford Dictionary, language means a method of communication either speaking or writing, consisting of words in structure and conventional way.[2]

Language teaching became popular as a profession in the early part of the 20^th century. Central to this process was the emergence of this concept of the method of language teaching. There are three main concepts in 2^nd language teaching namely method, approach and technique. According to Edward Anthony (1965) an approach is a set of assumptions dealing with the nature of language, learning and teaching. Method is an overall plan for systematic presentation of language based upon a selected approach. Techniques are the specific activities used in the classroom that are consistent with a method. Therefore, they are in harmony with an approach as well.

I usually learn the second language in the classroom. It take more effort to learn it. I need a specific teacher because sometimes, because second language learning is difficult to be done alone till a certain stage. Learner have to by hard the rule of the grammar, analysis of poetry and drama.  

Furthermore, I learn a second language when I go to the lecture. For example; sometime, I do conversation with friends before the class start. I learn a lot from my friends through conversation and sometime we correct other mistake, I take some assist form my friends and I also assist when they need, in this ways I learn the second language in the university. 

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[1] Cambridge Dictionary

[2] Oxford Dictionary 

Introduction to L2 learning / teaching in the 21st century

 

   Introduction to L2 learning / teaching in the 21^st century

At the turn of the 21st century, there are many changes in the role of education in the world, especially an addition of digital literacies in education (Solomon, 2010). Some people were born with technologies surrounding them and become native users of technology language or as coins this idea with the term, ‘digital natives’.  Some people, such  as  those  born  in  the  19th  or  20th  century,  however, become  ‘digital immigrants’ who  need  to adapt  themselves  to  the  emergence of technology (Prensky, 2001).

Comparing new generations with older generations, a big gap can be identified to understanding each other, especially in terms of education and learning. To be more specific, English education, has various rules, and might seem to be learning and teaching from different perspectives. For ‘digital immigrants’, it seems to be safer and more comfortable to use for learning and reading from e-books. On the other hand, ‘digital natives might learn a second language faster and better. In digital learning and teaching we can find whatever we want to learn through digital devices, we can learn from different people from every corner of the world. Also with digital devices, we can play online games, and videos, listing to songs etc. or interact with our families and friends from one country to another country.

According to above mention facts it’s clear that L2 learning and teaching are easier compared with the older generation. Learning and teaching an L2 is changing, old, authoritarian models are disappearing and emphasis is given on collaborative learning and teaching, focusing on oral, authentic materials.

 

My comment

https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=the+highly+effective+classroom

Making a short description and identifying an effective classroom

According to this video, a highly effective classroom is committed in implementing effective instructional strategies to achieve greater student growth. In this classroom strategies are used such as high-academic standard, high-order thinking, open-ended responses, problem solving skill and authentic connection. And these tools have been used to transformed students into 21^st century.

Students activity in classroom

The student were given necessary materials that enabled them adhere to the suggested time frame and gave the opportunity to work alone or in a group. By teaching in this way the students are allowed to meet his/her own level. There are three activities in the list;

·       Required activity – necessary content

·       Choice activity – giving a freedom

·       Extension activity – given more time to do

This activity done by the students in the classroom and help them learning a particular subject area. The activities are connected to an authentic task completed by the students. It ignites the motivation and desire for learning.

Rubric - Rubric contains all the requirements to complete the task. That gives a clear understanding of how to complete tasks.

Benchmark Lesson - During a benchmark lesson the students are responsible for taking down a note. The Benchmark lesson covers an important point of a new concept.

Mini Lesson - Mini lesson targets a specific student need.

Facilitation Grid – Facilitation grid is the tool used by the teacher to keep track of student learning progress.

Resource Area – Resource area is the deign that gives the students choice and accessibility by providing access and lots of materials. The resource area supports students independent and responsibility.

Help Board – The help board is the way for student to identify their instruction or need. The teacher uses the help board to guide student learning.

Two Pocket Folder – Two pocket folder is used to organize classwork and monitor progress.

The Highly Effective Classroom -  The highly effective classroom is implement and effective instruction and practices to achieve greater student growth.

This learning process helps to encourage the learners about learning and their confidence levels will be increased in order to become responsible members of the classroom. I personally believe that this is actually a highly effective classroom that motivates and sustains the motivation throughout.

My view

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AbRxBPY1vsc

Do you like this class? Why?

Yes, I like this class because in this class we can see the discipline of the students toward their teacher. The seating arrangement is also good for a discussion and to engage with each other. The teacher is using pictures/flash cards. The teacher makes sure that everybody participates by giving them a certain task and by asking their experience in life.

Here we can see a group discussion which is very effective to improve student thinking, listening, speaking and personality development etc. The group discussion also promotes one’s confidence level. The teacher is using a portrait of astronaut, farmer, artist, bus driver, doctor etc., to teach the students by asking their views regarding the portrait. In this class every student is participating giving their answers. Further, in this way it helps the students to broaden their knowledge and improve skills.

The teacher is very friendly with the students and the students were very comfortable with the teacher. The classroom is very peaceful, comfortable, and exciting as well as enjoyable for the students.