Self-Monitoring Mastery

Megan Oliver

Tier 1

Lesson Plan

Self-Monitoring Mastery

Teach self-monitoring skills

This lesson introduces 9th graders to self-monitoring, an essential executive functioning skill. Through a collaborative game and reflection, students will learn to assess and adjust their behavior and performance. This skill is crucial for academic success and personal growth, helping students become more self-aware and independent learners.

Audience

9th Grade Executive Functioning

Time

30 minutes

Approach

Game-Based Learning, Collaborative Learning, Active Learning

Materials

Post-it notes, Pens, Self-Monitoring Game Instructions, and Reflection Worksheet

Step 1

Introduction to Self-Monitoring

5 mins

Briefly explain what self-monitoring is: the ability to observe and regulate one's own behavior and performance.
Discuss why self-monitoring is important for personal and academic success.
Ask students to share examples of when they have used self-monitoring in their lives.

Step 2

Self-Monitoring Game

15 mins

Divide students into small groups.
Provide each group with the Self-Monitoring Game Instructions.
Explain the rules: Each group will perform a task (e.g., building a small structure with blocks) while monitoring their own performance and behavior.
Encourage students to use post-it notes to jot down observations about their performance and any adjustments they make.
Facilitate the game, ensuring students are engaged and understanding the concept of self-monitoring.

Step 3

Reflection and Discussion

10 mins

Distribute the Reflection Worksheet to each student.
Ask students to reflect on their experience during the game: What did they notice about their behavior? How did they adjust?
Conduct a class discussion using the Reflection Worksheet as a guide.
Encourage students to share insights and how they can apply self-monitoring in other areas of their lives.

Reading

Self-Monitoring Game Instructions

Instructions for a collaborative game to practice self-monitoring skills.

Self-Monitoring Game Instructions

Objective: Practice self-monitoring by completing a task while observing and adjusting behavior.

Materials Needed:

Blocks or similar building materials
Post-it notes
Pens

Instructions:

Form groups of 4-5 students.
Each group will receive a set of blocks.
The task is to build the tallest structure possible in 5 minutes.
While building, each member should observe their own behavior and the group's dynamics.
Use post-it notes to jot down observations and any adjustments made.
After 5 minutes, stop building and discuss within the group what was observed and adjusted.

Worksheet

Reflection Worksheet

A worksheet to guide students in reflecting on their self-monitoring experience during the game.

What did you notice about your behavior during the game?

Think about how you interacted with your group and approached the task.

How did you adjust your behavior or strategy during the game?

Consider any changes you made to improve your performance.

How can you apply self-monitoring in your daily life?

Think about situations at school or home where self-monitoring could be useful.