Mastering Time Management

Juliana Garcia

Tier 1

Lesson Plan

Mastering Time Management

Develop effective time management skills

This lesson will guide 12th-grade students in mastering time management skills by introducing strategies for setting goals, prioritizing tasks, and using tools to track progress. These skills are crucial for their transition to college or the workforce, helping them manage their responsibilities efficiently and reduce stress.

Audience

12th Grade Students

Time

45 mins

Approach

Develop effective time management skills

Materials

Post-it notes, Pens, Time Management Worksheet, and Goal Setting Discussion Questions

Step 1

Introduction

5 mins

Begin with a brief discussion on the importance of time management in daily life.
Ask students to share any challenges they face with managing their time.

Step 2

Goal Setting Activity

10 mins

Distribute post-it notes and pens to each student.
Instruct students to write down one short-term and one long-term goal.
Discuss how setting clear goals can help in managing time effectively.

Step 3

Prioritization Exercise

10 mins

Introduce the concept of prioritizing tasks using the Eisenhower Box method.
Provide examples of urgent vs. important tasks.
Have students categorize their own tasks using this method.

Step 4

Time Management Tools

10 mins

Introduce tools like planners, digital calendars, and time-tracking apps.
Demonstrate how to use a planner to schedule tasks and set reminders.

Step 5

Closure and Reflection

10 mins

Facilitate a discussion on what students learned and how they plan to implement these strategies.
Encourage students to share their thoughts on how these skills can benefit them in the future.

Discussion

Goal Setting Discussion

A discussion to help students understand the importance of setting clear and achievable goals as part of effective time management.

Why is setting goals important for managing time?

Discuss how goals provide direction and motivation, making it easier to prioritize tasks.

What challenges do you face when setting goals?

Explore common obstacles such as lack of clarity, unrealistic expectations, or procrastination.

Worksheet

Time Management Worksheet

This worksheet will help students practice prioritizing tasks and setting goals using the strategies discussed in class.

List your top 3 tasks for the week and categorize them as urgent or important.

Use the Eisenhower Box method to determine the priority of each task.

Write down one short-term and one long-term goal you want to achieve.

Consider what you want to accomplish in the next month and year.