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.
Teacher reads a paragraph to class that makes no sense; students illustrate
Objective: To show the students the need for Topic Sentence, Supporting Details and a conclusion sentence in order to comprehend written language paragraphs.
Activity: Teacher-made nonsense paragraph that begins correctly, but does not stay with the topic and does not allow students to follow the thoughts expressed in order to listen and illustrate on drawing paper.
