Madeline Hunter’s lesson plan

Front

A brief activity or event at the beginning of the lesson that effectively engages all students’ attention and focuses their thoughts on the learning objectives

Back

Anticipatory set

Front

The Teacher shows a graphic or demonstrates in a concrete way what the finished product looks like.

Back

Modeling

Front

The teacher uses a variety of questioning techniques to make sure the students understand.

Back

Checking for understanding

Front

The students practice the new learning under direct teacher supervision.

Back

Guided practice

Front

Statement of what the student will be able to do by the end of the lesson and why this is important

Back

Objective and purpose

Front

Students work by themselves to demonstrate and rehearse new knowledge. “You do”

Back

Independent practice

Front

The information or skill students will need to have in order to understand the lesson. For example, Vocabulary

Back

Instructional input

Front

Final check for understanding. A way to wrap up the lesson.

Back

Closure