Lesson Plans SET B for Grades 7-8-Instructor Overview

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This document outlines the structure and recommendations for using a series of lessons designed for different teaching formats, such as large group webinars or small group classes, and incorporates optional elements like 'Genius Hour.' The lessons, designated for Level 7-8 Set B, are structured to be flexible and adaptable based on the teaching environment.<br /><br />For a large group or webinar setting, it suggests using Lessons 0-9 specifically labeled for webinars. The introductory lesson (Lesson 0) should introduce the Zoom protocols and the teaching assistants (TAs), and multiple-choice questions are integrated to facilitate interaction through Zoom polls. Bonus questions can be worked on if class time allows.<br /><br />For small group classes without the Genius Hour, the approach is similar but involves using Lessons 0-9 labeled for class sessions. The first lesson should have ice-breaker activities for student engagement. Teachers are advised to skip specific slides related to introductions and Genius Hour Worktime in Lesson 1 and future lessons, focusing instead on core materials with minimal use of multiple-choice questions.<br /><br />For small group classes incorporating Genius Hour, the first session should start with Lesson 1 on Rational Numbers. After introducing classroom norms and team members, time should be allocated at the end of the class to introduce Genius Hour, which involves students working on self-directed projects. Subsequent lessons (2-9) should include slides for Genius Hour Worktime. The series culminates with Lesson 10, dedicated to students presenting their Genius Hour projects. <br /><br />This structured flexibility lets educators adapt sessions according to their teaching format while ensuring consistency in content delivery and engagement strategies.

Keywords

teaching formats

lessons structure

large group webinars

small group classes

Genius Hour

Level 7-8 Set B

Zoom protocols

student engagement

flexible curriculum

self-directed projects