11 The first part of the lesson Perspective 3 Part B

It is important that pupils understand the objectives of the lesson and the behaviour needed for learning to take place. Teachers who communicate this clearly and confidently at the start of the lesson use a range of skills that establish an authoritative ‘presence’, including signals for gaining the attention of the class, clear verbal and non-verbal communication, and effective use of language to explain and question. When the start of the lesson lacks clarity and structure, teachers can lose teaching and learning time by having to repeat instructions and respond to pupils’ requests for clarification.

Duration : 0:7:20

11 The first part of the lesson Perspective 3 Part B