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Model Lesson: Using Music to Make a Connection

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Model Lesson: Using Music to Make a Connection

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Adult education instructor Duane Lambert uses a song to demonstrate techniques of persuasion. Learners work in groups to discuss persuasive techniques used in the song's lyrics to deliver its message.

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Model Lesson: Teacher Interview: Pre-Teaching (Video)

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Several minutes can often be lost at the beginning of class as learners get settled. By employing pre-teaching strategies, you can ensure that learning begins right away. Effective pre-teaching sets the tone for your class and lets learners know what to expect. Pre-teaching can act as a "hook" to get your learners' attention. It lets learners know what to expect and helps begin the process of connecting prior knowledge with new concepts.There are several pre-teaching techniques that can help prepare learners for the day's lesson.

Music can be an unexpected and effective way to introduce your topic. Most learners like music, but is not necessary for them to like the music you choose to complement your lesson. Just look for a song that addresses your topic, print the lyrics, and have learners look for answers to your questions as they listen to the song.

From grammar to current events, music can be an effective way to engage your learners.


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  • Have you ever used music as part of a lesson?
  • How did the song in this example prepare learners for the day’s lesson?
  • Are there other types of “unexpected” pre-teaching methods you have tried? Give examples.
  • Where could you find songs to complement your lessons?
  • What ideas does this video give you for your own classroom?
  • In the video, "Model Lesson: Teacher Interview: Pre-Teaching," adult education instructor Duane Lambert states that pre-teaching is the most important part of the lesson. Do you agree? Why or why not?
  • Did the the video, "Model Lesson: Teacher Interview: Pre-Teaching," give you new ideas to implement in your lessons and lesson planning? Explain.


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