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SKILLS BASIC TEACHING

DENI HIDAYAT
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RESUME

Opening a Lesson:

The process of opening a lesson is crucial for creating an environment conducive to


learning. It involves the teacher's initial activities and statements, which set the tone for the
entire learning process. Success in achieving learning objectives heavily relies on the
teacher's strategies at the beginning of the lesson. Here are some effective ways for teachers
to open a lesson:

Focus attention and arouse interest:

a. Associate the material with current events: Relate the lesson content to the latest news or
topics that students find interesting. By connecting the material to real-world issues, teachers
can capture students' attention and generate curiosity.

b. Tell engaging stories: Share relevant stories that relate to the lesson material. These stories
should be relatable and capable of evoking students' interest and conveying important
concepts.

c. Utilize aids and media: Enhance engagement by incorporating visual aids, such as pictures,
paintings, models, or relevant teaching aids that support the subject matter.

d. Vary teaching styles: Employ different teaching styles to maintain student interest. For
instance, teachers can change their positions, use dramatic expressions, or recite poems to
create a dynamic and engaging learning environment.

e. Connect to students' tasks: Begin by discussing and acknowledging students' completed


assignments related to the lesson. By highlighting their efforts, students' enthusiasm and
interest in the learning process can be increased.
f. Present relevant problems: Introduce problems or questions that students encounter in their
daily lives, ensuring they lead to the lesson content being taught.

Generate motivation:

Motivation plays a crucial role in learning. Teachers can foster motivation by:

a. Showing warmth and enthusiasm: Teachers should display a friendly and approachable
attitude, creating a comfortable and pleasurable learning atmosphere.

b. Stimulating curiosity: Engage students' curiosity by using visuals, demonstrations, or


relevant incidents, and then pose questions that can only be answered by studying the lesson
material.

c. Presenting conflicting ideas: Encourage critical thinking by introducing ideas that


challenge common perceptions or contradict everyday realities.

Provide references:

Offering clear references and a roadmap for learning is essential for students to
understand what they will learn and how they should approach the subject matter. Teachers
can provide references by:

a. Explaining learning objectives: Clearly communicate the learning objectives at the


beginning of the lesson to guide students' focus and increase their motivation. Well-defined
objectives enhance learning outcomes and students' understanding.

b. Presenting the lesson outline: Share the main ideas or outline of the lesson to capture
students' attention. This overview should serve as a teaser, enticing students to explore the
topic further.

c. Explaining the steps of learning activities: Detail the steps involved in the learning
activities to be conducted, allowing students to comprehend the structure and expectations of
the lesson.

Associate new lessons with previous knowledge:


To enhance comprehension and engagement, teachers should establish connections
between new lessons and previously learned material. This can be done through various
methods, including:

a. Reviewing previous knowledge: Evaluate students' understanding of previously covered


material by asking questions or requesting brief summaries of the core concepts.

b. Comparing old knowledge with new: If the new material is closely related to previously
mastered content, prompt students to compare and contrast the two, reinforcing connections
and facilitating a deeper understanding.

Closing a Lesson:

Closing the lesson is a critical activity that concludes the core learning process. It
aims to provide an overview of the material covered, assess student comprehension, and
evaluate the teacher's effectiveness in facilitating learning. Here are some ways to effectively
close a lesson:

Reviewing:

At the end of each lesson or activity, conduct a review to ensure student mastery of
the key concepts. The review consists of two aspects:

a. Summarizing the main points: Throughout the learning process, periodically summarize
the main ideas discussed. This helps reinforce students' understanding and provides a concise
recap.

b. Assessing student comprehension: Engage students in activities or discussions that assess


their grasp of the lesson's content. Students can summarize orally, and the teacher can offer
feedback and clarification.

Reflecting on the lesson:

Closing the lesson offers an opportunity for reflection and reinforcement. Encourage
students to reflect on what they have learned and how it connects to their prior knowledge or
experiences. This reflection promotes deeper understanding and helps consolidate learning.
By employing effective opening and closing strategies, teachers can create an
engaging and supportive learning environment, maximize student attention and motivation,
and foster successful learning outcomes.

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