4.5 (4S3C): Ability to assist in adapting instructional strategies and materials according to the needs of the student, under the direction of a licensed teacher.
4.6 (4S4C): Ability to follow oral and written direction of licensed teachers, seeking clarification as needed.

Introduction

While it is important to have planned and organized lessons and activities, there will be times when they will need to be adapted or modified. Sometimes these changes can be made in advance, other times the changes may need to happen spontaneously. Changes occur due to time, student, or situational factors. With either planned or unplanned activities and lessons, directions need to be complete and specific. Whenever possible, lesson plans should be followed. If alternative activities are needed, they should be selected with developmental and age-appropriateness in mind.

Objectives

As you read the objectives for this unit, think about and rate your current knowledge using the following scale.

1. I do not understand this.
2. I do understand this.
3. I understand this well enough to use in my work.
4. I could teach others about it and use it in my work.

Upon completion of this lesson, you will be able to:

• Identify the circumstances that might require you to deviate from a lesson.
• Learn how and why to give complete and specific instructions to activities.
• Provide appropriate alternative activities.
• Know how to read and follow a lesson plan.

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