### Lesson Plan for Clothing and Textile
#### Topic: Sewing Machine III
#### Grade: Senior Secondary 1
#### Duration: 60 minutes
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#### Objective:
By the end of the lesson, students will be able to:
1. Identify the parts and functions of advanced sewing machine components.
2. Understand and apply basic sewing techniques related to stitching methods.
3. Perform maintenance procedures and troubleshooting techniques for sewing machines.
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### Materials Needed:
- Sewing machines (1 per group of 4-5 students)
- Fabric pieces for practice
- Sewing kits (needles, threads, scissors, seam rippers, etc.)
- Multimedia projector for PowerPoint presentation
- Printed diagrams of sewing machines
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### Lesson Structure
#### 1. Introduction (10 minutes)
- **Greeting and Roll Call:** Welcome students and take attendance.
- **Review Previous Lesson:** Briefly recap the topics covered in Sewing Machine II, including the basic parts of the sewing machine and their simple functions.
- **Lesson Objectives Overview:** Clearly outline what the students will learn today.
#### 2. Instructional Presentation (15 minutes)
- **PowerPoint Presentation:** Illustrate the advanced parts of a sewing machine, such as:
- Needle plate
- Bobbin case
- Tension control
- Stitch length and width selector
- Presser foot and lever
- Feed dogs
- **Explanation of Functions:** Describe how each part works and its importance in the sewing process.
- **Video Demonstration:** Show a short video (5 minutes) on setting up a sewing machine and common stitching techniques like straight stitch, zigzag stitch, and backstitch.
#### 3. Hands-On Practice (20 minutes)
- **Group Division:** Divide students into small groups and assign each group a sewing machine.
- **Guided Practice:** Instruct students to set up their sewing machines, thread the needle, and adjust the tension correctly.
- **Basic Stitch Practice:** Allow students to practice basic stitching techniques on fabric pieces. Circulate to offer assistance and feedback.
#### 4. Maintenance and Troubleshooting (10 minutes)
- **Explanation:** Discuss the importance of maintenance and how to conduct basic troubleshooting. Cover:
- Cleaning the machine
- Oiling moving parts
- Replacing needles and bobbins
- Common sewing machine issues and solutions
- **Demonstration:** Show students how to perform these maintenance tasks using one of the sewing machines.
#### 5. Conclusion (5 minutes)
- **Q&A Session:** Open the floor for any questions from the students regarding the day's lesson.
- **Summary:** Recap the key points covered: advanced parts of the sewing machine, basic stitches, and maintenance procedures.
- **Assignment:** Assign homework where students must sketch the parts of a sewing machine and label them, using their notes and class materials.
#### 6. Closing (Bonus Time - if applicable)
- **Feedback:** Ask students for their feedback on the session.
- **Preview Next Lesson:** Briefly mention what will be covered in Sewing Machine IV.
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### Assessment:
- **Formative Assessment:** Monitor student participation during hands-on practice and provide feedback.
- **Summative Assessment:** Review the completed homework assignment for accuracy in identifying and labeling sewing machine parts.
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### Additional Notes:
- Ensure all students have equal access to sewing machines and materials.
- Be available to assist less confident students during practice.
By maintaining a balance of instruction, practice, and interactive activities, students will gain confidence and proficiency in using sewing machines effectively.