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.
Choose a partner and compare and contrast yourselves
Students choose a partner and are instructed to compare and contrast themselves. What are some things that they have in common? What are the things about them that are different? How specific can they get?
Alternate: Bring a guest into the room. Have students compare and contrast their teacher to the principal, custodian, secretary, etc. How will we record our thoughts?
