Introduction Today, we will be learning about gerunds and infinitives. We will be going over when to use each of them, and how they are used in sentences.

Lesson Outline 1. Introduce Gerunds and Infinitives (10 minutes) A. Explain what a gerund is, and what an infinitive is. B. Give examples of each in sentences. C. Go over how they are used in different contexts.

1. Practice With Gerunds and Infinitives (20 minutes) A. Hand out worksheet. B. Have students complete the worksheet. C. Go over answers as a class.

2. Practice Comprehension with Gerunds and Infinitives (20 minutes) A. Have students watch the video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=308xP8Vpao4 B. Give them worksheet (worksheet 2) C. Lead a class discussion about the video and worksheet.

Questioning

1. What is a gerund?
2. Can you give me an example of a gerund?
3. What is an infinitive?
4. Can you give me an example of an infinitive?
5. How do you use gerunds and infinitives in different contexts?

Assessment

To assess students’ understanding of gerunds and infinitives, have them complete a written assessment at the end of the lesson. This assessment should test their understanding of when to use each form, and how they are used in sentences.

Differentiation

To differentiate instruction in this lesson, provide students with different levels of worksheets. For students who need more support, provide worksheets that are simpler and have more support. For students who need more of a challenge, provide worksheets that are more complex and require more critical thinking.

Plenary

To tie up the lesson, have students come up with different examples of gerunds and infinitives in sentences. This will help assess their understanding and reinforce key concepts from the lesson.