Britannica Education, which is free to all schools on Scoilnet, has always been a firm favourite with teachers in Ireland, and I have certainly used it effectively on many occasions over the years. Recently they have released a number of resources that will be of interest to teachers, and one that caught my eye is Lesson Minis.
As teachers, we’re always on the lookout for new ways to keep our students engaged while still meeting curriculum objectives. Britannica Education’s Lesson Minis can do just that. These short, interactive lessons are designed to help teachers deliver focused, engaging instruction across a wide range of subjects and for a broad age range.
In the busy world of teaching, time is often of the essence. Lesson Minis. are designed to be concise—usually taking only 10-15 minutes to complete. This makes them an excellent way to fit in valuable instruction without overwhelming your students or your timetable. Whether you’re introducing a new topic or reinforcing a concept, these mini-lessons help you cover important material in a short amount of time.
Keeping students engaged can be challenging, but that’s where I feel Lesson Minis really shine. These lessons feature interactive activities, visuals, and multimedia that appeal to all learners. By incorporating fun and hands-on elements such as video, interactive quizzes, and creative activities into each lesson, you can make learning more enjoyable.
One of the best things about Lesson Minis is the variety of subjects they cover. From maths and science to literacy and social studies, it means that you can easily integrate these resources into your existing curriculum. You can use them to explore new topics, reinforce key concepts, or add a fresh spin to your current lessons. They are also aligned to key strands and strand units of the curriculum, which is an added bonus.
Every classroom is made up of diverse learners, and it’s important to have resources that can be tailored to different needs. Lesson Minis allow you to adjust the pace and difficulty level of the content based on your students’ abilities. Whether you’re working with students who need extra support or those who are ready for a challenge, you can adapt the mini-lessons to suit all learning levels, making them a versatile resource for any teacher. These lessons are short, interactive, and designed to keep children engaged, which helps prevent distractions and any off-task behaviour.
Britannica’s lesson minis can be used in a variety of settings. They can be used to introduce new topics, reinforce what your students are learning, or provide a fun break from your usual lessons. These quick, interactive lessons save time, help keep students engaged, and support a wide range of learning needs. They’re a great resource for teachers who are looking for new and easy ways of providing quality instruction.
Check them out at https://teachbritannica.com/discover-lesson-minis/
