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What topic	Documentation
What length (min)	30
What age group	Reception / Kindergarten
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Lesson Plan: Documentation in Pedagogy

Subject: Pedagogy

Topic: Documentation

Duration: 30 Minutes

Grade Level: Reception / Kindergarten

Locale: Canada

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Objectives

By the end of this lesson, students will be able to:

1. Understand the concept of documentation in an educational setting.
2. Identify different types of documentation that can be used in their classroom.
3. Recognize the importance of documenting their learning experiences.

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Materials Needed

• Chart paper and markers
• Sample documentation forms (e.g., observation sheets, learning stories)
• Colouring materials (crayons, markers)
• Stickers or stamps for positive reinforcement
• Digital device (tablet or laptop) for demonstration (optional)

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Introduction (5 Minutes)

Begin the lesson by gathering children in a circle. Use engaging language to introduce the concept of documentation.

• Key Questions:
  • “What do you think documentation means?”
  • “Have you ever seen a photo or a drawing that tells a story?”
• Explain that documentation is a way for teachers and children to record what they learn and do in the classroom.

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Direct Instruction (10 Minutes)

1. Discuss Types of Documentation

   • Observation Notes: Brief notes about what students are doing and learning.
   • Learning Stories: A narrative that describes a child’s experience, highlighting their thinking and learning.
   • Portfolios: Collections of students’ work over time.

2. Importance of Documentation

   • Helps teachers understand each child's needs.
   • Provides a way to share children's progress with families.
   • Celebrates children's achievements.

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Guided Activity (10 Minutes)

Create a Class Documentation Chart

1. Draw a Large Chart on Paper:

   • Label it “Our Learning Documentation.”
   • Divide it into sections: Past Activities, What We Learn, and Future Goals.

2. Participation:

   • Ask students to share recent activities they've done in class.
   • Together, categorize these on the chart and add drawings or stickers to represent each activity.

Example Activities:

• “Today we painted pictures of our families.”
• “We learned about numbers by counting blocks.”

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Conclusion (5 Minutes)

Summarize the lesson by reinforcing the importance of documentation in learning.

• Key Takeaways:
  • Documentation helps us remember our fun activities!
  • It's a way to share our learning journeys with everyone!
• Encourage students to think of ways they can document their own experiences at home (e.g., with drawings or photos).

Closing Activity (Optional)

Provide each child with a blank piece of paper and encourage them to draw one thing they learned that day. This helps reinforce the documentation concept in a fun and engaging way.

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Assessment

• Observe students during the guided activity to ensure understanding.
• Collect the drawings at the end of the lesson to assess their ability to reflect on their learning.

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Additional Resources

• Alberta Early Learning and Care Curriculum Framework
• Books on documentation in early childhood education

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This lesson plan is designed to be adaptable, ensuring that all materials and discussions are appropriate for the diverse needs of Kindergarten students while adhering to Canadian pedagogical standards.