Julie Tagg

Teachers who intend to utilize the 5 E model should understand that this framework is best suited for units that span two to three weeks. It is essential to plan each stage of the model to incorporate one or more lessons. The 5E Model enables students to employ inquiry-based methods to link new information with their existing knowledge through practice and self-reflection. In this approach, the teacher assumes the role of a facilitator or guide, incorporating inquiry, exploration, and assessment into their daily instruction.

5 E for English Language lesson on Transition words

Example

The 5 E model of instruction is an inquiry-based learning approach that can be applied in English Language Arts (ELA) to enhance students’ understanding of transition words. This unit is designed to incorporate visual and kinesthetic activities to engage students and promote active learning.

The 5 E model consists of five stages: engage, explore, explain, extend, and evaluate. In the engage stage, students establish a connection between the topic of transition words and their prior knowledge. This stage aims to pique students’ interest and curiosity.

Moving on to the explore stage, students are given opportunities to investigate transition words through hands-on activities. This hands-on approach encourages students to actively participate and interact with the material, facilitating a deeper understanding of the topic.

In the explain stage, students develop explanations for the concepts they have discovered and make connections to their existing knowledge. This stage encourages critical thinking and helps students solidify their understanding of transition words.

The extend stage allows students to apply their newly acquired knowledge to new examples and situations. They are encouraged to make new hypotheses and explore different scenarios, further developing their understanding.

Finally, in the evaluate stage, students reflect on their learning and address any misconceptions they may have. This stage allows for self-assessment and helps students consolidate their understanding of transition words.

SAMPLE

Engage: Students are given cards with transition words that they can physically demonstrate (such as “first,” “second,” “after,” and “later”).

Explore: During the engage stage, students can start by organizing lists of transition words based on different categories such as time, comparison, contrast, and contradiction. They can then engage in discussions about how the use of transition words can alter the understanding of a passage when applied in various contexts.

Explain: During the engage stage, the teacher addresses any misunderstandings while students define key terms. They also brainstorm ideas for visual representations of transition words and determine the appropriate body actions that best depict each transition word.

Extend: In collaborative groups, students creatively illustrate the meaning of transition words using visual or kinesthetic methods in newly assigned passages given by the teacher.

Evaluate: Students present and demonstrate their visual and kinesthetic representations.

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