Lesson Plan

• Describe the main production methods and their key characteristics.
• Analyse a business situation using volume, variety, capital and labour factors.
• Recommend the most suitable production method and justify the choice with cost and non‑financial considerations.

• Projector and screen
• Whiteboard and markers
• Printed worksheet containing the production‑method table
• Case‑study handouts (EcoWear example and additional scenarios)
• Calculators
• Sticky notes for exit tickets

Begin with a quick poll: “Which everyday product do you think is made using batch production?” Use the responses to link to prior learning about cost and volume. Remind students that today they will apply that knowledge to choose and justify a production method. Success criteria: students will be able to analyse a scenario, select a method, and support their recommendation with clear reasons.

1. Do‑now (5'): Matching activity – match product examples to production methods.
2. Mini‑lecture (10'): Review of the six production methods, highlighting advantages/disadvantages.
3. Guided analysis (15'): Teacher walks through the EcoWear case study, modelling the step‑by‑step recommendation process.
4. Group activity (20'): Each group receives a different business scenario, uses the 7‑step checklist to recommend a method and prepares a brief justification.
5. Presentations & peer feedback (10'): Groups present; classmates note strengths and gaps using a checklist.
6. Whole‑class summary & check for understanding (5'): Quick Q&A and a 1‑minute exit ticket – write the recommended method for a given scenario and one supporting reason.

Recap the key factors that influence the choice of production method and how they were applied in today’s activities. Collect exit tickets to gauge individual understanding. For homework, ask students to research a real company, identify its production method, and write a short paragraph recommending an alternative method if appropriate.