Mastering Your Schedule: Time Management

Loren Baccari

Tier 1

Lesson Plan

Mastering Your Schedule: Time Management

Learn effective time management techniques

In this lesson, students will explore techniques for effective time management, focusing on prioritization and planning. Through practical exercises and discussions, students will learn how to organize their tasks efficiently, which is crucial for academic success and personal growth. This lesson will empower students to take control of their schedules, reduce stress, and improve productivity.

Audience

High School Students

Time

45 mins

Approach

Learn effective time management techniques

Materials

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

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

Prioritization Exercise

10 mins

Distribute post-it notes and pens to each student.
Ask students to write down their daily tasks on separate post-it notes.
Guide them to arrange these tasks in order of priority, discussing factors that influence prioritization.

Step 3

Planning Techniques

10 mins

Introduce different planning techniques such as to-do lists, calendars, and digital tools.
Discuss the pros and cons of each method.
Encourage students to share which methods they currently use or would like to try.

Step 4

Time Management Worksheet

10 mins

Hand out the Time Management Worksheet.
Instruct students to complete the worksheet, focusing on identifying time-wasting activities and setting realistic goals.

Step 5

Discussion

5 mins

Use the Prioritization Discussion Questions to facilitate a class discussion.
Encourage students to reflect on what they learned and how they can apply these techniques in their lives.

Step 6

Closure and Quiz

5 mins

Summarize the key points of the lesson.
Administer the Time Management Quiz to assess understanding.
Collect feedback on the lesson and answer any remaining questions.

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Worksheet

Time Management Worksheet

This worksheet helps students identify time-wasting activities and set realistic goals for better time management.

List three activities that take up most of your time each day.

Identify two activities you consider time-wasting and explain why.

Think about activities that do not contribute to your goals.

Set one realistic goal for improving your time management this week.

Consider using a specific planning technique discussed in class.

Discussion

Prioritization Discussion Questions

These questions guide a discussion on how students prioritize tasks and manage their time effectively.

What factors do you consider when prioritizing tasks?

Encourage students to think about deadlines, importance, and personal goals.

How do you handle unexpected tasks or interruptions?

Discuss strategies like flexibility and adjusting priorities.