Mastering Time Management

Shannon Janovitz

Tier 1

Lesson Plan

Mastering Time Management

Learn time management techniques

This lesson introduces 11th-grade students to essential time management techniques, helping them balance academic and personal responsibilities. Through engaging activities, students will learn to prioritize tasks and plan effectively, fostering skills that are crucial for lifelong learning and self-sufficiency. This lesson is important as it equips students with the ability to manage their time efficiently, reducing stress and improving productivity.

Audience

11th Grade Students

Time

1 hour

Approach

Learn time management techniques

Materials

Post-it notes, Pens, Time Management Worksheet, Prioritization Cards, and Reflection Discussion Questions

Step 1

Introduction to Time Management

10 mins

Begin with a brief discussion on what time management is and why it's important.
Ask students to share their current strategies for managing time.
Highlight the benefits of effective time management, such as reduced stress and increased productivity.

Step 2

Planning Exercise

15 mins

Distribute the Time Management Worksheet.
Guide students through a planning exercise where they list their tasks for the week.
Encourage them to estimate the time needed for each task and identify peak productivity times.

Step 3

Prioritization Activity

15 mins

Use the Prioritization Cards to simulate real-life scenarios.
Have students work in pairs to prioritize tasks based on urgency and importance.
Discuss different prioritization techniques, such as the Eisenhower Box.

Step 4

Reflection and Discussion

15 mins

Facilitate a discussion using the Reflection Discussion Questions.
Encourage students to reflect on what they learned and how they can apply these techniques in their daily lives.
Ask students to share any changes they plan to make in their time management strategies.

Step 5

Closure

5 mins

Summarize the key points of the lesson.
Encourage students to set a time management goal for the upcoming week.
Thank students for their participation and remind them of the importance of practicing these skills regularly.

Worksheet

Time Management Worksheet

This worksheet helps students plan their weekly tasks, estimate time needed, and identify peak productivity times.

List your tasks for the upcoming week.

Estimate the time needed for each task.

Identify your peak productivity times.

Worksheet

Prioritization Cards

These cards are used for a prioritization activity where students simulate real-life scenarios and prioritize tasks based on urgency and importance.

Task: Complete math homework due tomorrow

Task: Attend a friend's birthday party

Task: Study for next week's history test

Task: Help with household chores

Task: Prepare for a part-time job interview

Discussion

Reflection Discussion Questions

These questions guide a reflection discussion on the time management techniques learned during the lesson.

What new time management techniques did you learn today?

Encourage students to share specific techniques and how they plan to implement them.

How do you think these techniques will help you in balancing your responsibilities?

Discuss the potential impact on academic performance and personal life.

What changes do you plan to make in your current time management strategies?

Guide students to set realistic and achievable goals for improvement.