Lesson Plan: Skill of Questioning - Area and Circumference of a Circle

Class: 7th Grade Topic: Area and Circumference of a Circle Duration: 45 minutes

Objectives: 1. Students will be able to ask effective questions related to the topic of area and circumference of a circle. 2. Students will be able to seek further information to deepen their understanding of the concept. 3. Students will be able to refocus and redirect their questions to increase critical awareness.

Materials: - Whiteboard and markers - Chart paper and markers - Calculators (optional)

Procedure:

1. Introduction (5 minutes):
   • Begin the lesson by asking the students if they know what a circle is and what its properties are.
   • Write down their responses on the whiteboard.
   • Explain that today’s lesson will focus on the area and circumference of a circle.
2. Prompting and Seeking Further Information (15 minutes):
   • Divide the class into small groups of 3-4 students.
   • Provide each group with a chart paper and markers.
   • Instruct the groups to brainstorm questions related to the area and circumference of a circle.
   • Encourage them to think about what they already know and what they would like to know.
   • Circulate among the groups to provide guidance and support.
   • After 10 minutes, ask each group to share one question they came up with.
   • Write down the questions on the whiteboard.
3. Refocusing and Redirecting (15 minutes):
   • Discuss the questions on the whiteboard as a class.
   • Analyze the questions and identify any that need to be refocused or redirected.
   • Explain to the students the importance of asking specific and focused questions to increase critical awareness.
   • Model how to refocus and redirect a question by choosing one from the list and modifying it.
   • Ask the students to work in pairs and choose one question to refocus and redirect.
   • Provide feedback and guidance as they work.
   • Ask a few pairs to share their refocused questions with the class.
4. Application and Practice (10 minutes):
   • Provide each student with a worksheet or problem related to finding the area or circumference of a circle.
   • Instruct them to solve the problem individually or in pairs.
   • Circulate among the students to provide assistance and answer any further questions they may have.
   • After completing the worksheet, ask a few students to share their solutions with the class.
5. Conclusion (5 minutes):
   • Summarize the main points discussed during the lesson.
   • Emphasize the importance of asking effective questions to deepen understanding.
   • Encourage the students to continue exploring the topic and seeking further information on their own.

Note: Adjust the duration of each activity based on the pace and needs of your students.