What will you do? 1. Watch the teaching video from the Activity Resources. 2. Read the lesson plan that aligns with the video. 3. As you watch the video, consider the following: *How did the teacher deviate from the lesson plan? *What caused the teacher to deviate from the lesson plan? *Would you make similar deviations in your classroom? *How would you improve or adapt this lesson to meet the needs of your students? 4. Submit a written (2-3 pages) or recorded (3-4 minutes) reflection on the teaching video, focusing on one or more of the questions listed above. Candidate Responsibilities Written or Recorded Reflection on Teaching Video (Overview Understanding that it is important to create a detailed lesson plan, and equally important to deviate from the lesson plan when needed, are two hallmarks of a successful teacher. As you watch this clinical practice teaching lesson, focus on how the teacher deviated from the lesson plan based on the needs of their students. You will notice that sometimes deviating from the lesson plan allows teachers to solidify understanding that is essential to mastery of the content being taught. If students are struggling, and we just keep following the plan, there may be gaps in their understanding that will impede their learning in the future. Once you watch the lesson, take time to reflect upon how the teacher deviated from the lesson plan. What caused the teacher to deviate from the plan? Would you make similar deviations in your classroom? When we learn to be okay with making adjustments, when necessary, we are more likely to help each learner succeed in the classroom. )