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Which subject	English as second language
What topic	TELPAS reading
What length (min)	30
What age group	Year or Grade 8
Class size	20
What curriculum
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Number of slides	5
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Lesson plan

Topic

TELPAS Reading

Objectives

• Improve students' reading comprehension skills.
• Familiarize students with TELPAS reading assessment format and question types.
• Enhance vocabulary and contextual understanding through practice passages.

Materials

• Printed TELPAS practice reading passages
• Reading comprehension questions (multiple choice)
• Projector and screen for displaying material
• Whiteboard and markers
• Timer
• Student worksheets for recording answers

Grade/Age Group

Year 8 (Grade 8)

Subject

English as a Second Language (ESL)

Class Size

20 students

National Curriculum Alignment

The lesson aligns with the national curriculum standards for ESL, focusing on reading proficiency and comprehension skills relevant to the TELPAS assessment.

Lesson Structure

Step Number	Step Title	Length	Details
1	Introduction to TELPAS	5 min	Briefly explain TELPAS and its significance. Discuss the focus on reading comprehension.
2	Vocabulary Review	5 min	Introduce key vocabulary from the practice passages. Use visuals or examples for clarity.
3	Reading Practice Passage	10 min	Distribute practice reading passages. Allow students time to read independently. Encourage silent reading.
4	Comprehension Questions	5 min	Provide comprehension questions related to the reading. Students answer individually.
5	Group Discussion	5 min	Divide students into small groups to discuss their answers and reasoning, facilitating peer learning.
6	Wrap-up and Homework	5 min	Review key concepts discussed in class, clarify doubts. Assign similar practice passages for homework without asking for presentations.

Assessment

• Students will complete comprehension questions based on the practice passages to assess understanding.
• The homework will be collected and reviewed for completeness and accuracy, providing feedback without presentations.

Additional Notes

• Ensure all materials are prepared in advance.
• Monitor group discussions to provide support and guide learning.
• Be mindful of different learning paces; allow additional time for those who may need it during reading.

Homework Assignment

• Complete a designated practice passage and set of comprehension questions to reinforce skills learned in class. Students should submit their completed work by the next lesson for feedback without any presentations.

Lesson script