The 5 E Model, developed in 1857 by the Biological Science Curriculum Study, promotes collaborative, active learning in which students work together to solve problems and investigate new concepts by asking questions, observing, analyzing and drawing conclusions.
The 5Es
are
ENGAGE
EXPLORE
EXPLAIN
ELABORATE
and
EVALUATE.
To ENGAGE
means to excite and to draw the child’s curiosity. It means to ‘wow’ them in a
way that catches their attention.
Some
ENGAGing activities teachers may use during ENGAGing session of the LESSON
PLAN.
Good
Questions should be:
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Open-ended : to avoid yes/no answers;
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Equitable : Open to answers of varying depth
and complexity
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Legitimate : asked because you want to hear
students’ thoughts and opinions, not because you’re fishing for a correct
answer.
Asking Questions
effectively to Maximize Student Engagement
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Establish clear protocols for Q
& A
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Provide ample wait time
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Establish that all students have
access to questions
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Foster student created questions
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Make Q & A interactive
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Use space to foster interaction
and response
When students answer
a question, ENGAGE with their
response. Even if it’s incorrect or misinformed, recognize their effort and use
it to refine the question further
For example, You’re
on the right track, but could we also think about…….
what is your opinion
if we could do it in that way…….etc.
2. Connect
Learning to the Real World
p“When am I ever
going to use this?”, a question we all heard during the introduction op new
topic to the students.
Answer this question
and the teacher shall ENGAGE
students with content that they KNOW
is relevant to life beyond the school.
Another way to help students connect their learning to
their lives and communities is to use a real-world problem and scenario as the
context for the lesson.
For example,
The teacher can ask
students to APPLY math concepts to
budgeting, planning or measuring. The teacher can use current event, local
issues or personal stories to spark discussions or writing prompts in language
arts
The teacher EXPLORE the connections between science
and society, environment or health, or she can use historical or cultural
examples to illustrate concepts in social studies or art.
By using real-world
problems and scenarios, the teacher can help students see the relevance and
purpose of their learning, as well as challenge them to think critically and
creatively.
3. Involve
students in Projects and Inquiries
Involve students in
projects and inquiries that allow them to EXPLORE
their interests, passions and questions.
For example,
The teacher can make
use of Project-Based Learning,
Inquiry-Based Learning or Design Thinking as frameworks for their units or
lessons.
The teacher can ENCOURAGE students to choose their own
topics, questions, or products or to COLLABORATE
with peers or experts.
By involving students
in Projects and Inquiries, the teacher can help them develop their autonomy,
curiosity and ownership of their learning, as well as foster their skills in
research, problem-solving and presentation.
4. Incorporate
Student Voice and Choice
This is another way
to help students connect their learning to their lives and communities. This
means giving students opportunities to express their opinions, preferences and
feedback as well as make decisions about their learning goals, activities and assessments.
For example,
The teacher can use
surveys, polls or discussions to ELICIT
student input
The teacher offer
students different options or menus for their tasks or assignments
The teacher can use
flexible grouping or seating arrangements to accommodate students needs and
preferences
Or
The teacher can use
portfolios, rubrics or self-assessments to involve students in EVALUATING their progress and growth.
By incorporating VOICE and CHOICE, the teacher can help
them build their confidence, motivation and engagement in their learning as
well as respect their diversity and individuality.
5. REFLECT
on the connections and the learning
This means ENGAGING students in metacognitive
activities that help them think about what they have learned, how they have
learned it, why it matters, and what they can do with it.
For example,
The teacher can use journals, portfolios to document
student learning and reflections, the teacher uses EXIT TICKETS, QUIZZES or DISCUSSIONS to check for understanding and
feedback.
She can use prompts,
questions, or models to guide student reflection and self-regulation, or she
can use celebrations, showcases or exhibitions to share student learning and
achievement.
By reflecting on the
connections and learning, the teacher can help students consolidate their
knowledge, skills and attitudes, as well as transfer them to new situations and
contexts.
6. Allow
for THINK TIME
It’s gratifying to
see hands shoot up as soon as the teacher asks a question, but letting the
students think it over has some benefits.
It leads to more
considered responses that drive ENGAGING
discussions
It makes the
conversation accessible to those who don’t have an instant answer.
After the question is
asked, pause and give students an opportunity to EXTEND their standard responses further.
For example, If the
teacher asks, “See if you can explain how you came to your answer, too,”, the
teacher may receive better answers and start to notice some new hands going up.
7. Fill
“Dead-time”
“Dead-time” is any
point in a lesson where students are left without something to do.
Like, the teacher
might be handing out a worksheet, getting a presentation set up, or waiting
interminably for a video to load.
These are brief
windows that leave just enough time for students to tune out, after which time
it can be very difficult to get them back.
Fill these blank
spaces with low-order activities to hold students’ attention. These should be
quick, easy and require minimal follow-up.
For example
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Think Pair Share (TPS) : students reflect on
something, discuss with a partner, and then share with the rest of the class
once everyone is ready.
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Quickwrite: write down three questions or
points that have been raised by the lesson so far
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What I Know Already (WIK): If the teacher is
just about to dive into a new content, ask students to identify three things
that they already know about the subject and jot them as bullet points.
8. Start
Lessons with Introductory Hooks
ENGAGE students from the outset
of the lesson with an introductory hook. This could be anything that piques
interest, establishes relevance, or inspires curiosity in the subject of the
lesson.
For example,
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A personal anecdote connected to the subject
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A brain teaser or challenge question
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A historical example
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A multimedia source
Keep the hooks short
and segue them directly into an overview of the learning goal. It’s an
effective opening that ENGAGEs while
setting students up for the main instructional component.
9. Give
Brain Breaks
10. Use
Group Work and Collaboration, Gamify learning…..etc.etc………
There are many more……….
Please EXPLORE more
activities on ENGAGING students in the classroom.
Through these engaging activities, teacher provides an opportunities for students to consider the topic by connecting their past experience with it.
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