Lesson structure
1. Introduction
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Lessons are online to save students time.
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Platform for student Inquiries.
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Provide the tutor with any significant updates or announcements from the school.
2. Short Quiz
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Simulating examination conditions.
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Covers the content of previous lessons, including areas of weakness.
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Promotes collaborative marking, emphasising thorough working out.
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Discusses potential areas of careless errors.
3. Content
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Allow students ample time to solve problems independently.
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Students are encouraged to articulate their thought processes, fostering a shift from rote learning to understanding based learning.
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Observe their problem solving strategies and provide guidance as needed.
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Promote open dialogue by encouraging students to ask questions, thereby reinforcing their understanding.
4. Independent Practice
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Give the student time to solve exam style problems on their own.
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Students are asked to explain their thinking encouraging them to shift away from rote learning but rather learn from the point of understanding
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Observe how students approach the problems and provide hints if necessary.
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Encourage students to ask questions to reinforce understanding.
5. Wrap Up & Summary
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Summarise key takeaways from the lesson.
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Address any remaining questions.
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Assign practice problems or reading material for the upcoming lesson.
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During this period, any specific questions students may have can be addressed either collectively or privately in breakout rooms (for private group lessons).