Writing Effective Lesson Plans: The 5-Star Approach [Paperback]

Peter Serdyukov (Author), Mark Ryan (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 020551149X | ISBN-13: 978-0205511495 | Publication Date: April 19, 2007 | Edition: 1

Developed by two educators with experience in both elementary and secondary classrooms, Writing Effective Lesson Plans details a unique a step-by-step procedure designed to streamline the process of lesson planning and make teaching smoother and more efficient. Coined the "Five-Star Lesson Plan" by the authors, this model consists of five classic components: lesson description, goals and objectives, materials and tools, procedures, and reflective assessment and evaluation.  This workbook guides beginning and experienced teachers through each step to create lesson plans that best meet the needs of every student.  It also explores the inherent challenges to effective lesson planning, such as time efficiency, knowledge construction, skill development, involving the students’ families, and implementing your plan.  With its mix of concise theory and hands-on activities, this book is a one-stop resource encouraging a deep and thoughtful approach to a skill that is often not sufficiently developed in teacher preparation programs.

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Serdyukov/Ryan                                                                               

Writing Effective Lesson Plans: A 5-Star Approach

ISBN: 020551149X

 

“The idea of a lesson-planning workbook is fascinating; the contents and second chapter of [The 5-Star Lesson Plan] suggest that it can be done — that the concept of lesson planning can be taught explicitly and systematically in a relatively short time.   The author(s) are to be commended for trying to bridge theory and practice in this important area of pre-service teacher preparation.”

        -            Mary F. Leslie, Louisiana State University, Eunice

 

“The materials approach beginning lesson planning methodically with rational, understandable, specific explanations that are presented in a developmentally appropriate manner.”

        -            Nancy Brashear, Azusa Pacific University

 

Combining concise theoretical explanations with practical, hands-on activities, Writing Effective Lesson Plans: A 5-Star Approach is a foolproof teacher’s guide to designing and developing successful lesson plans.

 

Developed by two educators with experience in both elementary and secondary classrooms, the 5-Star approach to lesson planning is a step-by-step procedure designed to streamline the detailed process of lesson planning and make teaching performance smoother and more efficient. Coined as the Five-Star Lesson Plan by the authors, this model consists of five classic components: lesson description, goals and objectives, materials and tools, procedures, and reflective assessment and evaluation.

 

Features:

• Each chapter is introduced with a short, descriptive preview of the chapter’s objectives.
• Hands-on, workbook style approach prompts you to plan, to write, and to reflect upon possible lesson planning scenarios as you read.
• “What’s the Plan?” asks you targeted reflective questions about the content and allows you to ponder and write in the book.
• “Your Turn: Practice Sheets” allow the teacher to apply the concepts they’ve learned to their real-life classroom.
• The Appendix is full of helpful accompaniments, including guidelines for lesson planning projects, analysis activities, sample lesson plans, and a blank 5-Star Lesson Plan Worksheet to use as you plan your first lesson.

 

Writing Effective Lesson Plans: A 5-Star Approach is a one-stop resource that encourages deep and thoughtful learning of a skill that is often not sufficiently developed in teacher preparation programs or in classroom experiences.

 

 

Product Details

• Paperback: 256 pages
• Publisher: Allyn & Bacon; 1 edition (April 19, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 020551149X
• ISBN-13: 978-0205511495
• Product Dimensions: 10.7 x 8.4 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (9 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #77,430 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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17 of 17 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars a very useful and practical book, June 12, 2008

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I used this book in my Methodology for Second Language Learning class at National University. It is a great book for planning effective lessons not only for the beginning, but for the seasoned teachers as well. I found a lot of useful practical advice and samples there, but I could also get some theoretical background for my planning decisions which I was curious about. This book helps to teach better. It is sound, well written, clear and very useful for all educators. I highly recommend it!
Milla Hill

11 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent for planning and implementing a successful lesson, October 21, 2009

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I came across this title as I was doing some research for my graduate studies. I wish that I had this book when I was doing my student teaching years ago! This is an excellent guide for creating effective lesson plans, and I like the fact that it combines both theory and hands-on activities. The 5-star approach here comprises lesson description, goals and objectives, materials and tools, procedures, and reflective assessment and evaluation.

The chapters are as follows:
Ch. 1: Structure and Stages of Development -covers the basics in terms of preparation, development, implementation of instructional methodologies, and reflection, and sequencing lesson components.
Ch. 2: Lesson Description - provides an overview of the 5-star approach, how to provide a description of the lesson (date, subject, topic, grade) and practice sheets.
Ch. 3: Goals and Objectives - how to write goals and objectives. Stresses the need for objectives to be tangible.
Ch. 4: Materials and Tools - includes technology applications such as word processor, video, e-mail, web browser, audio and projection. Handouts and manipulatives are also covered, and ideas on designing an elementary and secondary classroom.
Ch. 5: Procedure - types of procedures, activities, strategies, fieldwork, homework/extension activities, etc.
Ch. 6: Reflective Assessment and Evaluation - student-teacher-parent conference, learning assessment and revision, testing, authentic assessment & evaluation, and metacognition.
Ch. 7: Time Efficiency in Teaching and Learning - how to time lesson activities, time management and lesson variables, time for self-directed learning, etc.
Ch. 8 : Knowledge Construction and Skill Development - organizing, structuring, and modeling in education.
Ch. 9: Course and Lesson: Strategic and Tactical Planning - provides an algorithm of a lesson plan
Ch. 10: Implementing the Plan - students' diversity, state standards, balance in a lesson plan, execution,etc.
Ch. 11: Extending the Lesson Plan to Home
Ch. 12: Teacher Professional Competence - five fundamental competences

There are also appendices that include sample lesson plans, and a 5-star lesson plan worksheet, and also a glossary, suggested reading, and index.

Conclusion - this is a handy and practical resource for novice teachers, but can also be used by experienced teachers looking to refine their lesson plans.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Book!!!, August 18, 2009

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Timothy Gochi "Tim" (Chicagi IL) - See all my reviews

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"Writing Effective Lesson Plans: The 5-Star Approach" is a very practical book that provides hands-on activities on lesson construction. The reproducible activity work sheets are a plus. My students just love them. I have used this book in my Internship classes, but it can be used at any level. I like the focus on all learners including the ELL and ESL students. I recommend this book highly for any teacher preparation program. Well prepared lesson plans are a recipe for effective teaching. This is one of the best books I have used on the subject of lesson planning.Valuable teaching tool.
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