A 35-minute teaching session
- 5 minutes: show the first board and ask every student to describe a plan before moving.
- 10 minutes: play the first position with a short time control. Ask players to record one decision they were unsure about.
- 10 minutes: play the second position and exchange roles. Compare how the changed position or side to move affects the plan.
- 10 minutes: review two contrasting decisions. Let the students explain first, then demonstrate alternatives on the board.
Ask before giving the answer
- Which king move changes who must give way?
- When does a pawn move help, and when does it waste a tempo?
Coach's planning notes
Compare the same position with the other side to move before explaining opposition.
Ask students to name an entry square. Review king routes, not just the final score.
Put it into practice
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