Direct Instruction Lesson:
The direct lesson plan focused on the four parts of civilization: Geography, Religion, Culture, and Government. In geography we focused on where China is located, China natural barriers (the Pacific Ocean and Himalaya Mountains), and the Huang He/Yellow River. We also focused on why the Huang He River was important to the Ancient Chinese people. In religion we focused on Confucius and some of the main points of Confucius teachings. In culture we focused on the Ancient Chinese family structure. In government we focused on Shang and Qin Dynasties.
Being the first group to teach was a little intimidating. Going in blind was confusing and scary. But, I found that once I started talking the fear went away. I'm not saying it was perfect, but it was a great learning experience. In our direct lesson we need to work on pacing. Our direct lesson went a little longer then we had original planned. In a direct lesson the lesson should consist of facts and concepts and repetition. We also needed to ask more direct review questions at the end of each sections. Other things I found I need to work on is the use of academic language and asking more than one student to answer a question. By asking more than one students to answer a question you get a better understanding of who is processing the information.
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