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Attendance Boosters

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Lesson Plan

Attendance Boosters

Increase classroom attendance

This lesson aims to engage 11th graders in understanding the importance of classroom attendance through a game-based learning approach. By incorporating a video and interactive activities, students will explore strategies to improve attendance and recognize its benefits. This lesson is crucial as it encourages students to take responsibility for their education and understand the impact of consistent attendance on their academic success.

Audience

11th graders

Time

20 mins

Approach

Game-Based Learning

Materials

Video: How to Stay Motivated, Discussion Questions, Printable Cards for Game, and Materials for Creative Project

Step 1

Introduction

2 mins

  • Briefly introduce the topic of classroom attendance and its importance.
  • Explain the objective of the lesson: to explore strategies to improve attendance.

Step 2

Video Viewing

6 mins

  • Show the video How to Stay Motivated.
  • Ask students to note down key points related to motivation and attendance.

Step 3

Discussion

5 mins

  • Use the discussion questions to facilitate a conversation about the video.
  • Encourage students to share their thoughts on how motivation can impact attendance.

Step 4

Creative Project

5 mins

  • In groups, students create a short video or poster campaign promoting the importance of attendance.
  • Provide materials such as paper, markers, and video recording devices.
  • Encourage creativity and allow students to express their understanding in a unique way.

Step 5

Closure

2 mins

  • Recap the key points discussed and solutions shared.
  • Encourage students to apply these strategies to improve their own attendance.
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Discussion

Discussion Questions on Attendance

This discussion will help students reflect on the video and explore the connection between motivation and attendance.

What are some key points from the video that relate to motivation?

Encourage students to think about how motivation affects their daily choices, including attending class.







How can improving motivation lead to better attendance?

Discuss the link between feeling motivated and the likelihood of attending class regularly.







What strategies can you personally implement to improve your attendance?

Guide students to think about practical steps they can take, such as setting goals or finding a study buddy.







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Worksheet

Printable Cards for Attendance Game

These cards contain scenarios related to classroom attendance for students to discuss and solve in groups.




You feel too tired to attend class. What can you do to motivate yourself?







You have a friend who often skips class. How can you encourage them to attend?







You find the class boring. What strategies can you use to stay engaged?







You have a busy schedule. How can you prioritize attending class?




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