Direct Instruction:- You will play a
video that explains the differences between Alligators and Crocodiles, making sure that every student can see and hear the video clearly.
- Alternatively, you can explain the differences verbally if playing the video would be a problem for either the educator or the students.
- Students will watch the short video and are encouraged to take notes
Guided Practice:- Following the video, you will ask students to explain what they saw.
- CT or L will have students raise their hands to offer up some of the differences between the two reptiles
- You will write those answers on a chalk board/white board/pad so the class can see.
Independent Practice:- Students will complete the handout provided where they will be asked to identify if the reptile listed is an alligator or a crocodile. Some of the questions apply to both alligators, so they will write ‘both’ and some clues do not apply to either, in which case the students will write ‘neither’.
- Students can work in teams to complete the sheet. CT or L will walk around to monitor the progress and answer questions students may have.
Closing / Reflection: - As a class, the students will go over the answers to the handout which will be read aloud.
- Students who do not have the same answer will be asked to explain why they think their answer is correct.
- Students will hand in their worksheets for evaluation.
- Students will be invited to share what they have learned and reflect on the lesson.
