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Pause, Process, Proceed

Lesson Plan

Pause, Process, Proceed Lesson Plan

Students will be able to identify the steps of the Pause, Process, Proceed reflection strategy and apply it to a personal experience to gain insight and plan future actions.

Developing strong self-reflection skills is crucial for personal growth, decision-making, and emotional intelligence. This lesson provides a practical framework that students can use in various aspects of their lives.

Audience

8th Grade

Time

30 minutes

Approach

Direct instruction, guided reflection, and independent practice.

Materials

Whiteboard or projector, Slide Deck: Pause, Process, Proceed, and Reflection Worksheet: My P3 Moment

Prep

Teacher Preparation

10 minutes

Step 1

Introduction: What is Reflection?

5 minutes

  • Begin by asking students what 'reflection' means to them. (2 minutes)
    - Introduce the idea that reflection is a powerful tool for learning and growth. (1 minute)
    - Introduce the 'Pause, Process, Proceed' strategy using the Slide Deck: Pause, Process, Proceed. (2 minutes)

Step 2

Deep Dive: Pause, Process, Proceed

10 minutes

  • Pause (3 minutes):
    - Explain the importance of taking a moment to stop and acknowledge an experience or feeling.
    - Discuss examples: before reacting to an argument, after a test, when feeling overwhelmed.
    - Use relevant slides from the Slide Deck: Pause, Process, Proceed.
    - Process (4 minutes):
    - Guide students on how to think about what happened: 'What did I feel? What did I think? What was my role?'
    - Emphasize observing without judgment.
    - Use relevant slides from the Slide Deck: Pause, Process, Proceed.
    - Proceed (3 minutes):
    - Discuss how to use insights from processing to plan future actions: 'What will I do differently? What did I learn?'
    - Focus on actionable steps and positive growth.
    - Use relevant slides from the Slide Deck: Pause, Process, Proceed.

Step 3

Individual Reflection Activity

10 minutes

  • Distribute the Reflection Worksheet: My P3 Moment. (1 minute)
    - Instruct students to choose a recent experience (e.g., a challenging homework assignment, a disagreement with a friend, a positive achievement) and apply the 'Pause, Process, Proceed' framework. (8 minutes)
    - Circulate and offer support as students work. (1 minute)

Step 4

Wrap-Up and Share (Optional)

5 minutes

  • Invite students to briefly share one insight they gained from their reflection (optional, emphasize safe sharing). (3 minutes)
    - Reiterate the value of daily reflection for personal growth. (1 minute)
    - Assign finishing the worksheet as homework if not completed. (1 minute)
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Slide Deck

What is Reflection?

— Taking time to think about your experiences
— Learning from your thoughts and feelings
— A superpower for growth!

Welcome students and introduce the topic of reflection. Ask them what it means to reflect. Encourage a few shares.

Why Reflect?

— Helps you understand yourself better
— Improves decision-making
— Leads to better outcomes in the future
— Boosts your emotional intelligence

Explain why reflection is a valuable skill in everyday life. Give examples like sports, school projects, or even arguments with friends.

Our Reflection Strategy: P3

Introducing... Pause, Process, Proceed!

Introduce the 'Pause, Process, Proceed' framework as a simple way to reflect.

1. Pause

— STOP! Take a moment to notice what just happened or how you're feeling.
— Don't react immediately.
— Take a deep breath.

Explain the 'Pause' step. Emphasize taking a moment before reacting or moving on.

2. Process

— THINK! Ask yourself:
— What happened?
— How did I feel? Why did I feel that way?
— What was my role in this situation?
— What did I learn?

Explain the 'Process' step. Encourage students to think deeply about the experience without judgment.

3. Proceed

— PLAN! Decide what you will do next or differently.
— How can you use what you learned?
— What positive change can you make?

Explain the 'Proceed' step. Focus on making a plan or adjusting future behavior based on their insights.

Your Turn to Reflect!

— We will now apply the P3 strategy to a personal experience.
— You will use the Reflection Worksheet: My P3 Moment to guide your thinking.

Transition to the individual activity using the worksheet.

Keep Reflecting!

— Pause, Process, Proceed can be used every day!
— It helps you grow, learn, and make better choices.
— What's one thing you learned about reflection today?

Summarize the key takeaways and encourage continued practice of the P3 method. Prompt for optional sharing.

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Worksheet

Reflection Worksheet: My P3 Moment

Name: _________________________ Date: _____________

Think of a recent experience that you would like to reflect on. This could be something that challenged you, a success you had, a difficult conversation, or any moment where you felt strong emotions.





1. PAUSE

Take a moment to stop and acknowledge what happened. What was the situation? What was happening around you? What was your immediate feeling or thought?












2. PROCESS

Now, let's think more deeply about the experience. Ask yourself these questions:

  • What exactly happened? Describe the events objectively.






  • How did you feel during this experience? Why do you think you felt that way? (e.g., happy, frustrated, confused, proud, angry)











  • What were your thoughts at that time? What was going through your mind?






  • What was your role in the situation? How did your actions or words contribute?






  • What did you learn about yourself or the situation from this reflection?











3. PROCEED

Based on your reflections, what will you do next or differently in a similar situation?

  • What is one specific action you will take going forward?






  • How will this new approach help you or others?











  • What positive change can you make as a result of this reflection?






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