Building Confidence and Effective Study Habits

Jorge Mancilla

Tier 1

Lesson Plan

Building Confidence and Effective Study Habits

Bettering self-esteem and academics

This lesson plan is designed to help high school students improve their self-esteem and develop effective study habits. Over six sessions, students will engage in activities that promote self-acceptance, gratitude, and personal growth, while also learning practical skills for academic success. This lesson is important as it addresses both emotional well-being and academic performance, equipping students with the tools they need to thrive in school and beyond.

Audience

High schoolers grades 9-12

Time

6 sessions, 45 minutes each

Approach

Collaborative Learning, Active Learning

Materials

Video: Ways to Boost your Self Esteem, Worksheet: Self-Esteem and Study Habits, Quiz: Self-Esteem and Study Habits, Exit Ticket: Reflection on Self-Esteem and Study Habits, Pens and paper, and Projector and screen for video

Step 1

Session 1: Understanding Self-Esteem

45 mins

Begin with a brief discussion on what self-esteem is and why it's important.
Ask students to share their thoughts on how self-esteem affects their daily lives.
Introduce the video Ways to Boost your Self Esteem.
Play the video and encourage students to take notes on key points.

Step 2

Session 2: Exercises to Boost Self-Esteem

45 mins

Recap the video and discuss the three exercises mentioned: doing something you've been putting off, practicing gratitude, and treating yourself like your best friend.
Divide students into small groups to discuss which exercise resonated with them and how they can apply it in their lives.
Have each group share their insights with the class.

Step 3

Session 3: Personal Reflection and Goal Setting

45 mins

Distribute the 'Self-Esteem and Study Habits' worksheet.
Instruct students to complete the worksheet individually, focusing on personal reflection and goal setting.
Circulate the room to provide support and answer questions.

Step 4

Session 4: Developing Effective Study Habits

45 mins

Discuss the importance of effective study habits for academic success.
Introduce strategies such as time management, organization, and active learning techniques.
Have students share their current study habits and identify areas for improvement.

Step 5

Session 5: Implementing Study Strategies

45 mins

Provide students with scenarios or case studies to apply the study strategies discussed.
Encourage students to work in pairs or small groups to develop a study plan based on the scenarios.
Share and discuss the study plans with the class.

Step 6

Session 6: Review and Reflection

45 mins

Administer the 'Self-Esteem and Study Habits' quiz to assess understanding of the content covered in previous sessions.
Conclude with a class discussion on the importance of self-esteem and effective study habits.
Distribute exit tickets for students to reflect on what they learned and how they plan to continue improving their self-esteem and study habits.

Worksheet

Self-Esteem and Study Habits Worksheet

This worksheet helps students reflect on their self-esteem and study habits, encouraging personal growth and goal setting.

List three things you like about yourself.

Think about your strengths and positive qualities.

Describe a time when you felt proud of an accomplishment.

Consider both academic and personal achievements.

What is one study habit you would like to improve?

Reflect on your current study practices and identify areas for growth.

Set a goal for improving your self-esteem or study habits over the next month.

Make sure your goal is specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound (SMART).

Quiz

Self-Esteem and Study Habits Quiz

Quiz

Self-Esteem and Study Habits Exit Ticket