Connect students directly to the concept in a personal way. Capture students' attention by initiating a group problem-solving activity before delivery of instruction. Begin with a situation that is familiar to students and builds on what they already know. Construct a learning experience that allows diverse and personal student responses. Facilitate the work of cooperative teams of students.
Work in pairs to complete a given task following a set of specific written instructions
Objective: To enable an experience where learners have to follow instructions in order to complete a given task.
Activity: Learners will work together in pairs to complete a task following a set of specific written instructions (e.g. lego building, recipe, treasure hunt).