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Grit and Perseverance

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Carmela Perez

Tier 1
For Schools

Lesson Plan

Grit and Perseverance

Motivation to Achieve

This lesson introduces students to the concept of grit - the power of passion and perseverance for long-term goals. Through a TED Talk and interactive activities, students will learn that grit, more than talent or IQ, is a key factor in achieving success. This lesson is important as it will help students understand the importance of perseverance in their academic and personal lives.

Audience

High School Students

Time

25 minutes

Approach

Motivation to Achieve

Materials

TED Talk: Grit – The Power of Passion & Perseverance, Discussion Questions, and Goal-Setting Worksheet

Step 1

Introduction

2 mins

  • Briefly introduce the concept of grit and its importance.
  • Explain that today's lesson will focus on understanding how passion and perseverance (grit) contribute to success.

Step 2

Watch TED Talk

7 mins

  • Show the video TED Talk: Grit – The Power of Passion & Perseverance to the class.
  • Ask students to take notes on key points mentioned in the video.

Step 3

Guided Discussion

8 mins

  • Use the provided discussion questions to facilitate a class discussion on the video.
  • Encourage students to share their thoughts and personal experiences related to grit.

Step 4

Goal-Setting Activity

6 mins

  • Hand out the Goal-Setting Worksheet.
  • Have students set a personal goal and outline the steps they will take to achieve it.
  • Encourage students to think about how they can apply grit to reach their goals.

Step 5

Closure

2 mins

  • Summarize the key points discussed during the lesson.
  • Remind students that perseverance and passion are crucial for achieving long-term success.
  • Encourage students to apply what they've learned about grit in their daily lives.
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Discussion

Discussion Questions - Grit

Guided questions to facilitate a discussion on the concept of grit and the TED Talk video.

What is grit according to the video?

Encourage students to define grit based on the video and discuss its components: passion and perseverance.







Why does the speaker believe grit is more important than IQ or talent?

Discuss the idea that consistent effort and perseverance are key to long-term success.







Can you share a personal experience where you had to use grit?

Encourage students to share stories where they demonstrated perseverance despite challenges.







How can you develop more grit in your own life?

Discuss practical steps students can take, such as setting long-term goals and maintaining a positive attitude.







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Worksheet

Goal-Setting Worksheet

A worksheet to help students set a personal goal and outline steps to achieve it, emphasizing the application of grit.

What is a personal goal you want to achieve?

Think about an academic, personal, or extracurricular goal.







Why is this goal important to you?

Consider the long-term benefits and personal significance of achieving this goal.







List the steps you will take to achieve this goal.

Break down your goal into manageable steps.







What challenges might you face, and how will you overcome them?

Identify potential obstacles and strategies to maintain perseverance.







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