Mastering Instructions: A Study Guide

David Patterson

Tier 1

Lesson Plan

Mastering Instructions: A Study Guide

Following instruction

This lesson focuses on teaching 10th graders how to effectively follow instructions using project-based and blended learning strategies. By incorporating the videos 'How to Study for a Test,' 'How to Build Self-Discipline,' and 'How to Practice Effectively...For Just About Anything,' students will learn practical techniques for understanding and executing tasks. This lesson is crucial as it equips students with essential skills for academic success and everyday life, fostering independence and confidence.

Audience

10th graders

Time

20 minutes

Approach

Project-Based Learning, Blended Learning, Trauma-Informed Teaching

Materials

Video: How to Study for a Test, Video: How to Build Self-Discipline, Video: How to Practice Effectively...For Just About Anything, Quiz: Following Instructions, and Answer Key: Following Instructions

Step 1

Introduction

2 mins

Briefly introduce the lesson's objective: following instructions.
Explain the importance of this skill in both academic and real-life contexts.

Step 2

Video Viewing

5 mins

Show the video How to Study for a Test.
Ask students to note down key strategies mentioned in the video.

Step 3

Discussion

5 mins

Facilitate a discussion on the strategies from the video.
Encourage students to share which strategies they find most useful and why.

Step 4

Video Viewing: Self-Discipline

6 mins

Show the video How to Build Self-Discipline.
Discuss the principles of self-discipline and how they relate to following instructions.

Step 5

Video Viewing: Effective Practice

5 mins

Show the video How to Practice Effectively...For Just About Anything.
Discuss how effective practice techniques can aid in mastering instructions.

Step 6

Quiz

5 mins

Distribute the 'Following Instructions' quiz.
Allow students to complete the quiz individually to assess their understanding.

Step 7

Closure

2 mins

Review the quiz answers using the answer key.
Summarize the key points of the lesson and encourage students to apply these strategies in their studies.

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Quiz

Following Instructions Quiz

Answer Key

Following Instructions Answer Key

This answer key provides the correct answers and explanations for the quiz on following instructions.

What is one method mentioned in the video to help remember information?

Verbalizing it
Verbalizing information helps reinforce it in your mind by engaging more senses.

What is the black-red-green method used for?

Dissecting essay questions
The black-red-green method is a technique to dissect essay questions, ensuring understanding of each part.

Why is verbalizing information helpful?

It engages more senses
Verbalizing engages more senses, aiding in retention and understanding.