WHO/WHAT AM I?: A WARM UP ACTIVITY Classroom Activities to Reinvigorate Senior High School Language Learning
WHO/WHAT AM I?
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.
WHO/WHAT AM I?
Target Group: 1st year
Difficulty Level: Basic Conversation
Activity Objective: To develop fundamental listening and speaking skills
WHO/WHAT AM I? – Procedure
- Students will be placed in groups of 4-5 members. Groups will be numbered from 1 onwards and a scoreboard will be written up.
- Students must listen carefully to 3 hints and try to guess the thing or person as quickly as possible by raising their hands. Alternatively, each group will be given a chance to answer and if they cannot answer correctly, the next group can try to answer and so on.
- Each hint is worth points: i.e. If students can guess by Hint No. 1 they can receive 30 points; thereby, Hint No. 2 is worth 20 points and Hint No. 3 is worth 10 points. If a 4th hint is needed, this will be worth 5 points. The focus will be on 10 questions about things (e.g. food, sports etc) and/or people. This activity can also be used to review previously studied content.
- When there are only 2-3 questions left, points can also be increased to enhance the competition. The group who have earned the most points by the end of the game are the winners.
Materials and Preparation
Prepare a list of 10 questions with 3 hints each as well as an extra hint for each question (incase students cannot guess by the third hint).
Here is an example of a PERSON question: Lady Gaga.
Hint No. 1: I am famous for my great fashion style and my beautiful voice. Hint No. 2: I am a female American pop singer. Hint No. 3: One of my famous songs is ‘Just dance’. Extra Hint (Hint No. 4): The first part of my name is ‘Lady’.
Suggestions and Advice
- When preparing the questions, always prepare an extra 2-3 questions incase you need a tie breaker.
- Make sure the example question is easy for the students to follow.
- The hints should neither be too easy nor too difficult; the first hint should never be too obvious.
- Instead of having students all raise their hands at once, have only one student from each group stand up for each round and guess on behalf of their group (it is easier to manage the game this way for rowdy classes).
- Constantly check the reaction of the students and use the blackboard to draw/ write clues if students do not understand the vocabulary being used in the hints.
- Sticker/candy prizes are useful incentives, especially when you are using this activity to review previously studied content.
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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