Searching Better Than Guessing
Learners compare naive and structured searches on the same question.
Materials
5 materials1
Two-minute clip
2
Worked example slides
3
Sorting cards
3
Task cards
4
Exit slip
Lesson plan
4 phases, 42 minGoal
Students can build a precise search with keywords and filters and judge the results critically.
1
Hook & warm-up
Spark curiosity with a quick prompt that connects searching better than guessing to what students already know.
5 min
class
Two-minute clip
2
Direct instruction
Introduce the core ideas with a guided walkthrough and clear worked examples.
14 min
class
Worked example slides
3
Guided practice
Students apply the concept in pairs or small groups while the teacher circulates and confers.
18 min
pair
Sorting cards
Task cards
4
Wrap-up & check
Consolidate the big idea and check understanding with a short exit ticket.
5 min
single
Exit slip
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Ratings & comments
The assessment rubric alone was worth it. I have reused it across three other lessons since.
Yes! The materials tab has a printable. Look under the practice phase.
Used this with my class last week and it landed perfectly — the pacing is spot on and students stayed engaged the whole time.
Setup was about ten minutes for me once the materials were out on the bench.
A year down worked for me with the reading swapped for the summary version.