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.
Display 3 large water melons in the classroom. Ask "How much water is in a water-melon?"
Objective: To enter into an experience.
Activity: Students' attention will be captured by displaying the watermelons and by using a group problem-solving activity before using the Scientific Method. The teacher will ask the question, "How much water is in a watermelon?" Discussion will occur and all reasonable ideas as well as questions will be accepted.
Assessment: Teacher will observe number of ideas generated and engagement of all students in group discussion.