Stages of a Vocabulary Lesson

(TESOL Ideas--Any Vocabulary Set, Lesson Planning)

Presentation

Sources for Model Texts--Hangman, Using AI to create a model text for vocabulary

1. lead-in (to the context of the model text)

2. gist task for model text

3. specific information or detail task for model text

4. noticing activity for model text.

The Clarification Stage

5. clarify meaning of target language (e.g. Match the Words to the Definitions)

         (then check the meaning use concept checking questions)

6. clarify form of target language (e.g. Clarifying Form for Vocabulary: Example Sentences Worksheet)

7. clarify pronunciation of target language (numbers 6 & 7 can be in either order)

Practice

8. Controlled practice--sentence gap fill (e.g.  Kahoot, board race,)

9. Semi-Controlled Practice (e.g. silly sentences, write a sentence, hot potato)

Production

10. Freer Practice (e.g discussion questions)

The difference between controlled practice, semi-controlled practice and freer practice is explained in this post here.  The example activities in that post are all for grammar points, but the concept is the same.

bonus activities: memorize the word and definition games--suitable as extra practice for the clarification of meaning or as review activities in subsequent lessons (e.g. grab the card, backs to the board, matching game, crossword puzzle, Describe the Card to Your Group, taboo, Bang!, Blooket, Gimkit, quizlet, Baamboozle)

For a similar Lesson Planning Template, see the 1st page of this flowchart HERE: