Lesson Plan: Washington State High School Requirements
Grade Level: 12th Grade Subject: Washington State High School Requirements
Introduction: - Begin the lesson by asking students about their plans after high school. Discuss the importance of understanding the high school requirements in Washington State for successful college and career pathways. - Explain that the purpose of this lesson is to provide an overview of the high school requirements in Washington State and help students understand the necessary steps to meet those requirements.
Lesson Outline: 1. Overview of Washington State High School Requirements (10 minutes) - Provide a brief overview of the Washington State high school graduation requirements, including credit requirements, assessments, and other graduation options. - Use visual aids or a PowerPoint presentation to present the information clearly.
- Credit Requirements (15 minutes)
- Discuss the specific credit requirements for graduation in Washington State, including English, Math, Science, Social Studies, Fine Arts, Health & Fitness, and Electives.
- Show a video resource like “Understanding Washington State High School Credit Requirements” (link: [insert video link]) to reinforce the information.
- Distribute a worksheet with a list of required credits and ask students to fill in the blanks.
- Assessments (15 minutes)
- Explain the different assessments required for graduation in Washington State, such as the Smarter Balanced Assessments, End-of-Course Exams, and the High School and Beyond Plan.
- Show a video resource like “Preparing for Washington State Assessments” (link: [insert video link]) to provide students with test-taking strategies and tips.
- Engage students in a class discussion about their experiences with assessments and how they can prepare effectively.
- Graduation Options (10 minutes)
- Discuss alternative graduation options available in Washington State, such as the College in the High School program, Running Start, and Career and Technical Education (CTE) pathways.
- Show a video resource like “Exploring Graduation Options in Washington State” (link: [insert video link]) to provide students with more information about these options.
- Ask students to reflect on their interests and goals and discuss which graduation option might be most suitable for them.
Questioning: - Throughout the lesson, use open-ended questions to encourage student participation and critical thinking. Some sample questions include: 1. What are the credit requirements for graduation in Washington State? 2. How can you prepare for the assessments required for graduation? 3. What alternative graduation options are available in Washington State? 4. How do you think your chosen graduation option aligns with your future goals?
Assessment: - To assess student understanding, distribute a short quiz or worksheet at the end of the lesson, covering the key concepts discussed. - Review the quiz together as a class, providing explanations for correct answers and addressing any misconceptions.
Differentiation: - Provide additional support for students who may need it by offering one-on-one assistance during independent work or providing simplified versions of the worksheet. - For advanced students, encourage them to research and present on specific graduation options or explore additional resources related to Washington State high school requirements.
Plenary: - Summarize the key points discussed throughout the lesson, emphasizing the importance of understanding and meeting the high school requirements in Washington State. - Encourage students to start planning their high school courses and graduation options based on their interests and future goals. - Provide resources for further exploration, such as the Washington State Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction website (link: [insert website link]).
Resources: 1. Video: Understanding Washington State High School Credit Requirements - [insert video link]
- Video: Preparing for Washington State Assessments
- [insert video link]
- Video: Exploring Graduation Options in Washington State
- [insert video link]
- Worksheet: Washington State High School Requirements
- [insert worksheet link]
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