How to integrate the 9 RPMS indicators in a lesson plan

How to integrate the 9 RPMS indicators in a lesson plan


1. Applied knowledge of content within and across curriculum teaching areas: 

This indicator refers to a teacher's ability to apply their understanding of the subject matter in different contexts and to make connections between other subjects. For example, a science teacher might use math concepts to help students understand scientific principles or use literature to teach scientific writing.

Have students explore the connections between different subjects by creating a mind map showing how various topics are related. For example, they could map out the connections between history, literature, and social studies by identifying how historical events influenced the literature of different periods.

Say:

"Today, we will create a mind map to explore how different subjects are related. You will use your history, literature, and social studies knowledge to identify connections between different topics and visually represent these connections."

"In this lesson, we will apply our understanding of the scientific method in biology to explore the ecosystem's interdependence. We will also make connections to mathematics by graphing the population changes of different species over time."

2. Used a range of teaching strategies that enhance learner achievement in literacy and numeracy skills: 


This indicator refers to a teacher's ability to use various teaching strategies that support students' literacy and numeracy skills. This might include explicit teaching, modeling, scaffolding, and feedback to help students develop their reading, writing, and mathematical abilities.

Use a think-pair-share strategy to help students develop their reading comprehension skills. Have students read a short passage individually, pair up with a partner to discuss the main ideas, and then share their ideas with the rest of the class.

Say:
"Today, we will use a think-pair-share strategy to improve our reading comprehension skills. You will read a short paragraph and then work with a partner to discuss the main ideas. Finally, we will come together as a class to share our ideas and deepen our understanding of the text."

We will read and analyze a scientific article about climate change to support our literacy skills. We will also practice numeracy skills by calculating and interpreting data from the article's graphs and charts.

3. Applied a range of teaching strategies to develop critical and creative thinking, as well as other higher-order thinking skills: 

This indicator refers to a teacher's ability to use various teaching strategies that help students develop critical and creative thinking skills. This might include activities that promote problem-solving, inquiry, analysis, evaluation, and synthesis.

Use a jigsaw activity to help students develop their research and critical thinking skills. Divide students into small groups and assign each group a different topic to research. Then, have each group present their findings to the class and have the class evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of each presentation.

Say:

"Today, we will use a jigsaw activity to develop our research and critical thinking skills. You will work in small groups to research a specific topic and then present your findings to the class. We will use this activity to develop our ability to evaluate information and communicate our ideas effectively."

"This lesson will use various thinking skills to analyze the data and draw conclusions. We will also brainstorm creative solutions to the environmental problems highlighted in the article."

4. Managed classroom structure to engage learners, individually or in groups, in meaningful exploration, discovery, and hands-on activities within a range of physical learning environments: 

This indicator refers to a teacher's ability to manage the classroom environment in a way that engages students in meaningful activities. This might include creating a safe and inclusive classroom culture, setting clear expectations and routines, and providing opportunities for students to explore, discover, and learn in different physical environments.

Use a class meeting to promote positive social interactions and address conflicts. Encourage students to share their thoughts and feelings about how they want to be treated by their peers and work together to establish class norms and expectations.

Say: 
"We will establish classroom rules and agree on consequences for not following them. We will also use positive reinforcement to recognize and celebrate when we meet our learning goals."

5. Managed learner behavior constructively by applying positive and non-violent discipline to ensure learning-focused environments:

This indicator refers to a teacher's ability to manage learner behavior in a way that promotes learning and positive social interactions. This might include establishing clear rules and consequences, providing positive reinforcement, and using restorative practices to address conflicts.

Say:

"Today, we will use a class meeting to promote positive social interactions and address conflicts. We will work together to establish class norms and expectations that promote a learning-focused environment. You will have the opportunity to share your thoughts and feelings about how you want to be treated by your peers."

"We will use a variety of learning activities to cater to different learning styles and interests. For example, visual learners can create posters or infographics, while kinesthetic learners can build models or conduct experiments."

6. Used differentiated, developmentally appropriate learning experiences to address learners' gender, needs, strengths, interests, and experiences: 

This indicator refers to a teacher's ability to differentiate instruction to meet the diverse needs of learners. This might include adapting teaching strategies, materials, and assessments to address students' gender, abilities, interests, and cultural backgrounds.

Use a choice board to provide students with a range of activities that meet their different learning needs and interests. For example, provide options for reading, writing, research, and artistic expression, and allow students to choose the activities that best meet their individual needs.

Say:

"Today, we will use a choice board to provide you with a range of activities that meet your individual learning needs and interests. You can choose activities that best meet your needs and will be encouraged to explore new areas of interest. This activity will allow us to develop our strengths and interests while working together as a class."

We will use a variety of learning activities to cater to different learning styles and interests. For example, visual learners can create posters or infographics, while kinesthetic learners can build models or conduct experiments.

7. Planned, managed and implemented developmentally sequenced teaching and learning processes to meet curriculum requirements and varied teaching contexts:

This indicator refers to a teacher's ability to plan, manage, and implement teaching and learning processes that meet curriculum requirements and various teaching contexts. This might include designing lessons sequenced to build on prior knowledge, using various assessment strategies to monitor progress, and adapting instruction to meet the needs of different learners and contexts.

Use a learning cycle to structure lessons that build on one another. Start with an exploration phase where students are introduced to the topic, move on to a concept development phase where they deepen their understanding, and end with an application phase where they apply their learning to real-world situations.

Say:

"Today, we will use a learning cycle to structure our lesson. We will start with an exploration phase, where we will be introduced to the topic. Next, we will move on to a concept development phase, where we will deepen our understanding. Finally, we will end with an application phase, where we will apply our learning to real-world situations. This approach will allow us to develop our understanding structured and sequentially."

"We will follow a structured process to meet the curriculum requirements and achieve our learning objectives. We will adapt our lesson to the class's needs and interests."

8. Selected, developed, organized, and used appropriate teaching and learning resources, including ICT, to address learning goals:

This indicator refers to a teacher's ability to select, develop, organize, and use appropriate teaching and learning resources to address learning objectives. This might include choosing relevant textbooks, developing learning materials that align with the curriculum, organizing materials to support student learning, and using technology tools to enhance instruction.

Use a multimedia project to help students develop their research, writing, and technology skills. Assign students a topic to research and create a multimedia presentation that includes text, images, and video.

Say:
"Today, we will use a multimedia project to develop our research, writing, and technology skills. You will be assigned a topic to research and create a multimedia presentation that includes text, images, and video. This activity will allow us to develop our technology skills while learning about a new topic."

We will use various resources to support our learning, including textbooks, videos, and online tools. We will also use ICT tools such as interactive simulations and virtual field trips to enhance our understanding.

9. Designed, selected, organized, and used diagnostic, formative, and summative assessment strategies consistent with curriculum requirements:


This indicator refers to a teacher's ability to design, select, organize, and use appropriate assessment strategies that align with curriculum requirements. This might include using diagnostic assessments to identify students' strengths and weaknesses, formative assessments to monitor progress and adjust instruction, and summative assessments to evaluate student learning and inform future instruction.

Use a formative assessment strategy like exit tickets to monitor student learning and adjust instruction. At the end of a lesson, have students write down one thing they learned, one they still need clarification on, and one question they have. Use this feedback to adjust future instruction and address any areas of confusion.

Say:

"Today, we will use an exit ticket to monitor your learning and adjust instruction. At the end of the lesson, you will write down one thing you learned, one you still need clarification on, and one question you have.

"We will use various assessment strategies to monitor our progress and evaluate our learning. This includes pre-assessments to identify prior knowledge, formative assessments to check for understanding, and summative assessments to evaluate our overall learning."

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