Notes of Lesson for the 7th English February 3rd week

 

Standard    : VII,

Topic          : MAN OVERBOARD,

Page no      : 125.

Theme        : “The theme of the "Man Overboard" story is bravery and teamwork in emergency  situations..”

Learning Outcomes: the learner

701 : Answer questions orally and in writing on a variety of texts. Describes the content.

711 : reads to seek information in print / online, notice board, signboards in public places, newspaper, hoardings etc.

Competency

• Identify the new words and understand their contextual meaning.

• Develop skill of writing simple stories.

• Promote reading and vocabulary skills.

• Encourage students to practice two minutes speech.

• Responds to different kinds of instructions/requests /directions, etc.

• Participates in different events as role play / skit /drama /debate /speech/elocution / Declamation /quiz etc.

 

Introduction:

• Do you like to sail?

• Have you heard of sea travel?

• Are you looking at the ship?

• Is there any change in our physical condition when traveling on a ship?

 

Guided Reading:

The teacher reads the Supplementary with proper stress, pause, and intonation. Students listen silently at the first time. Second time they repeat after the teacher. They read in small groups.

 

The Teacher’s activity:

Preview the story: Before reading the story, ask students to predict what they think the story will be about based on the title and any prior knowledge they have about sea travel and rescue operations.

 

The Student’s activity:

Reading comprehension questions: After reading the story, answer questions about the key events, characters, and themes to check your understanding.

 Concept Map:

Consolidation and Presentation: (Write in order mode)

• "Man Overboard" is a story about a young girl named Vasantha Murthy who is on a sea journey from her grandparents' place to Singapore.

• During the journey, there is a warning about a heavy storm, but Vasantha is not affected and instead goes to the ship's deck to enjoy the wind. While there, she witnesses a man falling into the sea and immediately cries for help.

• The captain of the ship takes the lead in rescuing the man, and with the help of his experienced crew, they are able to save the man's life. The captain then surprises Vasantha with a gift to appreciate her bravery, which makes her the happiest person on the ship.

• The story highlights the importance of quick thinking, teamwork, leadership, and appreciation in emergency situations.

 

Reinforcement:

Discussion questions: Encourage students to discuss the story in small groups or as a class. Ask questions like, "What do you think Vasantha did that was brave?" or "Why was it important for the crew to work together to rescue the man?"

 

Evaluation:

LOT

• What were the key actions taken by Vasantha and the crew that contributed to the successful rescue of the man overboard?

 

MOT

• Why was it important for the captain to lead the crew in the rescue effort? How did the captain's leadership impact the outcome of the situation?

 

HOT

• How does the "Man Overboard" story demonstrate the importance of quick thinking, teamwork, and leadership in emergency situations?

 

Remedial Teaching:

Individual support: Offer individual support to students who may need extra help, such as additional one-on-one time with the teacher or extra practice materials.

 

Writing:

Have students write a brief summary of the "Man Overboard" story, focusing on the key events and characters.

 

Follow up work:

Role-play: Have students act out a scene from the "Man Overboard" story, with one student playing Vasantha, one playing the captain, and others playing the crew members involved in the rescue effort.

 

Sethuraman Ramalingam, B.T., Asst, (Eng.), MA., B.Ed.,

Tamil Nadu-IX Standard English Textbook Committee Author,

Model School,

A. Kumaramangalam,

Ulundurpet Edn dt,

Kallakurichi (DT)