Lesson plans
Lession plans help to keep the day's lession on track. Having taught my classes for so many years makes the necessity of a lession plan for me not particularly important. But, the plan is NOT just for me.
My supervisor, my administration, my students and most importantly - my substitute, when needed - have an absolute need for my day's plan.
Including not only what I intend to cover, but why the material is being covered, helps to keep everything relevant, and everybody on track.
Lesson plans are very handy to have especially if you are going to be out of class then another teacher can just jump right in.
Susan,
I agree. However, it is important that there is "flexibility" built-into the lesson plan, that will allow for additional discussions. In many cases, the "additional discussions" can really provide excellent examples and topical feedback.
Tremayne Simpson
Sometimes the students are good at getting the instructor off track and before I know it time has passed quickly. If I have a lesson plan with dedicated time for each topic I stay on track and help the students stay focused. I am still new at teaching so I am seeing the benefits of the lesson plan.
Lesson plans help with time management and class disruptions...keeps the control chaos to a minimum.
The lesson plan does help plan the days tropics gives structure to the class and grenerally just keeps me organized.
I agree. My lesson plans are an important factor for me. While I have been teaching for quite a few years and am not dependent on them, the students benefit and would a substitute.
Lesson plans help me stay on track. I teach the same courses but they vary in length of time. Having a detailed plan allows me to know what has been taught and what is next.
Having a lesson plan keeps the flow of the class smooth and also helps if someone is absent they are aware of what they have missed
