Lesson Plan
Anti-Procrastination Workshop
Students will identify procrastination triggers and learn techniques to manage time and commitments effectively.
Understanding and overcoming procrastination builds self-management skills and empowers students to seize control of their academic and personal tasks.
Audience
10th Grade Group
Time
50 minutes
Approach
Interactive discussions, group activities, and personal reflection.
Prep
Preparation & Review
10 minutes
- Review the Anti-Procrastination Workshop material to refresh key topics on procrastination.
- Familiarize yourself with proven psychological techniques for overcoming procrastination.
- Check the details for the Motivation Boosters Activity and Commitment Evaluation Rubric to ensure smooth execution.
Step 1
Introduction and Trigger Identification
15 minutes
- Start with a brief introduction explaining the importance of time management and the negative impacts of procrastination.
- Facilitate a group discussion where students share common triggers and personal experiences with procrastination.
- Use guided questions to help students identify their individual procrastination triggers.
Step 2
Interactive Activity and Strategy Development
20 minutes
- Conduct the Motivation Boosters Activity to energize and motivate students.
- Divide students into small groups and have them brainstorm actionable strategies to overcome procrastination.
- Encourage groups to present their ideas, fostering peer support and shared learning.
Step 3
Commitment and Evaluation
5 minutes
- Hand out the Commitment Evaluation Rubric for students to self-assess their readiness to implement the discussed strategies.
- Collect rubrics and provide quick feedback to reinforce commitment to change.
Activity
Stop Procrastinating Now!
This session is aimed at empowering you to take control of your time and commitments by understanding and overcoming procrastination. You will explore your personal triggers, learn effective strategies, and engage in peer discussions and interactive activities. Below is the structure of today's session.
Overview
- Duration: 50 minutes
- Audience: 10th Grade Group
- Tier: Group support (Tier 2)
- Theme: Time Management
Session Breakdown
1. Preparation & Review (10 minutes)
- Review some of the key concepts from the Anti-Procrastination Workshop.
- Familiarize yourself with psychological techniques that help overcome procrastination.
- Ensure you understand the goals of the Motivation Boosters Activity and the Commitment Evaluation Rubric.
2. Introduction and Trigger Identification (15 minutes)
- I will start with a brief introduction discussing the importance of time management and what negative impacts procrastination can have on your progress.
- You will participate in a group discussion to share your own experiences with procrastination and identify common triggers.
- Guided questions will help you think critically about your personal procrastination habits.
3. Interactive Activity and Strategy Development (20 minutes)
- Take part in the Motivation Boosters Activity. This activity is designed as an energizing break that also reinforces our main topic through engaging, quick tasks that demonstrate the benefits of motivation and timely action.
- You will then break into small groups to brainstorm actionable strategies for overcoming procrastination. Work together, share your ideas, and discuss which strategies might work best for you.
4. Commitment and Evaluation (5 minutes)
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Finally, complete the Commitment Evaluation Rubric. This tool helps you assess your readiness to adopt the new strategies discussed.
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Your responses will be collected and quick feedback will be provided to reinforce a commitment to effective time management.
Let’s work together to stop procrastinating and start taking control of our time! Feel free to add any notes or thoughts in the spaces provided during the session.
Good luck, and remember: every small step counts towards big achievements!
Rubric
Commitment Evaluation Rubric
This rubric is designed to help you assess your readiness and commitment to overcoming procrastination by implementing new strategies. Reflect on each criterion and rate your performance. Use the space provided to jot down thoughts or examples of how you plan to enhance your skills and commitment.
Criteria
| Criterion | Excellent (3 points) | Good (2 points) | Needs Improvement (1 point) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Understanding of Personal Triggers | Demonstrates a deep understanding of personal procrastination triggers with clear examples. | Shows a basic understanding and can identify most triggers but may miss some details. | Limited awareness of personal triggers or provides vague or incomplete examples. |
| Strategy Identification | Clearly identifies effective and actionable strategies to overcome procrastination, with thoughtful details. | Identifies some strategies; however, some may lack clarity or specificity. | Struggles to identify useful strategies or presents impractical solutions. |
| Willingness to Change | Shows a strong and proactive attitude toward change, with clear motivation to improve time management. | Displays some willingness, but commitment to change may need further solidification. | Shows reluctance or minimal willingness to modify habits or embrace new strategies. |
| Commitment to Apply Strategies | Commits to a detailed plan of action and sets measurable goals to implement the new strategies. | Shows some commitment with a general plan of action, but goals may be ambiguous or less measurable. | Lacks a specific plan or measurable goals indicating a low level of commitment to applying new strategies. |
Total Score: ______ / 12
Reflection & Next Steps:
Please take a few moments to reflect on your current status and answer the following questions:
- Which area do you feel most confident in and why?
- Which area do you think needs the most improvement and what will you do to develop it further?
- What are your next steps to enhance your overall time management skills?
Remember, every small step counts towards big achievements! Use this evaluation as a stepping stone for personal growth and continuous improvement.