FIRST LESSON: INTRODUCTION AND GREETINGS. Classroom Activities to Reinvigorate Senior High School Language Learning
FIRST LESSON: INTRODUCTION AND GREETINGS
Classroom Activities to Reinvigorate Senior High School Language Learning
In the dynamic world of senior high school language teaching, keeping students engaged and motivated is often a thrilling challenge. As educators, we understand that the key to successful learning lies in creating an atmosphere where students are not just participants but active enthusiasts. Here are some classroom activities designed to ignite the language classroom, bringing energy, excitement, and enthusiasm to senior high school students. From interactive games to creative exercises, we’ll delve into ways to make language learning an enjoyable and enriching experience.
FIRST LESSON: INTRODUCTION AND GREETINGS
Target Group: 1st year
Difficulty Level: Basic Conversation
Activity Objective: To practice greeting words and becoming comfortable talking to fellow classmates in English
FIRST LESSON: INTRODUCTION AND GREETINGS – Procedure
Warm-up activity: listening practice with a song and worksheet using multiple choice word selections.
Main Activity:
Step 1: Introduce greeting word vocabulary (i.e. I am ) using a PowerPoint presentation and practice each new word, checking pronunciation.
Step 2: Pass out 9 paper squares to each student and have them write their names on each one.
Step 3: Write target dialogue on the blackboard: Student A: “Hello, my name is ” Student B: “Nice to meet you. How are you?” Student A: “I am _. Thank you.”
Step 4: Practice the dialogue with the students, checking pronunciation.
Step 5: Have students practice the dialogue with 9 other students, exchanging their name cards each time, resulting in having 9 different name cards by the end of the activity.
Step 6: Students go back to their desks and arrange their 9 new cards in a 3×3 grid for a BINGO game.
Step 7: Write new, simple dialogue on the black board: “Hello. My name is _, and I am . How are you __?” Practice dialogue with students.
Step 8: the teacher begins dialogue using his/her own name in the first blank, a greeting word in the second blank, and a student’s name in the third. The students who have that student’s name card can flip it over on their desk in order to try to get a BINGO. The student named in the dialogue goes next, creating a chain with the student’s name that finishes the next recitation.
Materials and Preparation
Song and accompanying worksheet; CD player; computer with projector; paper squares the size of business cards (9 per student)
Suggestions and Advice
This activity requires a prepared PowerPoint for the greeting vocabulary but I found that A4 size flashcards are very effective, especially when left on the board with magnets throughout the activity for student reference. Also, the BINGO section of the activity can be altered based on time to either accommodate the traditional three in a row (in this case) or until all of a student’s cards have been flipped over.
Classroom Activities to Reinvigorate Senior High School Language Learning
As we conclude this exploration of classroom activities to energize the language class for senior high school, we’ve witnessed how a well-crafted lesson plan can transform a mundane classroom into a vibrant hub of learning and creativity. These activities not only boost language skills but also foster a sense of teamwork, critical thinking, and cultural appreciation. By implementing these engaging methods, educators can ensure that their senior high school students are not just fluent in the language, but also passionately engaged in the journey of language acquisition.
So, let’s continue to infuse our classrooms with energy, enthusiasm, and a love for language, empowering our students for a brighter future.
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