primary and secondary national strategies
MFL learning unit: Planning lessons

This series of e-Learning units focuses on improving modern foreign language teaching and learning. In particular, the units examine ways in which the MFL Framework helps you in providing a generic structure of objectives and how a variety of teaching strategies might be employed to enhance learning.

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Objectives and intended outcomes

Objectives and intended outcomes

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The role of careful and effective planning of lessons in Modern Foreign Languages (MFL) is put into perspective.

The important features of lesson planning and how it may be used in conjunction with the MFL Framework are highlighted.

Possible pitfalls to avoid Possible pitfalls to avoid

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This illustrates some examples of common lesson planning shortfalls together with some suggestions to help avoid any such pitfalls.

Good planning practice

Good planning practice

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A suggested model of good practice is outlined here.

It is based on well established principles and, using video clips, teachers are shown discussing individual and departmental planning.

Developing your lesson
planning practice

Developing your lesson planning practice

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Practical help is offered in developing lesson planning.

The processes of setting objectives, identifying materials, offering appropriate support and reviewing outcomes are all examined.

Evaluation and next steps

Evaluation and next steps

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Evaluation starts with self review.

Questions are posed which provide insights into where you are now, before helping with useful links to other units and support.

AcknowledgementsAcknowledgements

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