Darliin Khahaifa CO#2

Date/time: 3/20/18 1:00 P.M.

Topic/skill: Comparative adjectives/ speaking

Teacher presentation: Mr. Rios began the class by reviewing house and apartment related adjectives learned in a previous class session. He then explained how to change the adjectives when using them to make comparisons. After having the class generate some examples to show their understanding of the topic, they split into groups and compared pictures of different houses using the comparative adjectives. To end the session, everyone worked together to change adjectives into their comparative form using an online worksheet. 

Classroom management: Mr. Rios circulated through the room while students practiced in their groups, assisting and encouraging when needed. He shifted focus from the small groups to class discussion several times, giving students the opportunity to share their sentences with everyone.

Materials: Student textbook, forming comparatives handout, online comparative forming activity

Student participation: Students first created sentences using comparative adjectives in their small groups. After working in small groups, students volunteered to share their sentences with the entire class. 

Feedback provided: During the class period, Mr. Rios answered any questions about using comparative adjectives. He also corrected their mistakes when speaking. 

Lesson on teaching you learned: Having students first practice speaking in small groups made them comfortable enough to share their ideas with the class. By lowering their anxiety when speaking English, students were more willing to practice and explore using the English language.