| Lesson | Time Allocation | Resources Needed | Introduction | Development | Conclusion | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lesson 1: Introduction to "Tragedy" | 40 minutes | Audio clip of "Tragedy", projector, internet access | Introduce the song "Tragedy" by Steps and play the audio clip. | Discuss the release date (1998) and reasons for its popularity (catchy tune, dance moves, etc.). Show a short video clip of Steps performing the song. | Recap key points: release year, popularity reasons. | Q&A session on the song’s release and popularity. |
| Lesson 2: Exploring Steps and Their Contributions | 40 minutes | Projector, internet access, printed articles about Steps | Briefly recap the previous lesson about "Tragedy". | Discuss Steps as a band: members, formation, and their impact on pop culture. Review articles and watch short clips of their performances. | Summarize the band's contributions to music and pop culture. | Group discussion on the impact of Steps and individual reflections. |
| Lesson 3: Learning the Lyrics | 40 minutes | Printed lyrics of "Tragedy", audio clip, projector | Play the song "Tragedy" again and provide students with printed lyrics. | Break down the lyrics into manageable sections and practice singing along with the audio clip. | Group sing-along to practice the entire song. | Observation of students' participation and ability to follow lyrics. |
| Lesson 4: Performance Practice | 40 minutes | Printed lyrics, audio clip, projector | Recap the lyrics learned in the previous lesson. | Practice singing the song in groups and incorporate simple dance moves. | Group performance run-through. | Feedback on group performance and areas for improvement. |
| Lesson 5: Designing a Timeline | 40 minutes | Printed timeline templates, markers, internet access, projector | Introduce the concept of a timeline and its importance. | Research key events in Steps' career and fill in the timeline templates with dates and descriptions. | Review and discuss the completed timelines as a class. | Completion and accuracy of the timeline templates. |
| Lesson 6: Final Performance and Reflection | 40 minutes | Audio clip, projector, space for performance | Review the song and performance elements. | Final group performance of "Tragedy" with singing and dance moves. | Reflect on the learning experience and discuss what was enjoyed and learned. | Observation of the final performance and student reflections. |