Time Management Mastery

Jillian Wurster

Tier 1

Lesson Plan

Time Management Mastery

Learn effective time management

In this lesson, students will learn how to effectively manage their time by setting priorities and using planners. Through hands-on activities, they will practice scheduling and time-blocking techniques. This lesson is important as it equips students with essential skills for academic success and personal growth, helping them to become more organized and efficient in their daily lives.

Audience

7th Grade Students

Time

45 mins

Approach

Learn effective time management

Materials

Post-it notes, Pens, Planners or blank weekly schedule templates, Time Management Worksheet, and Discussion Guide

Step 1

Introduction to Time Management

5 mins

Begin with a brief discussion on what time management is and why it's important.
Ask students to share any experiences they have with managing their time.

Step 2

Setting Priorities

10 mins

Explain the concept of prioritizing tasks.
Provide examples of high-priority vs. low-priority tasks.
Have students list their daily tasks and categorize them by priority.

Step 3

Hands-On Scheduling Activity

15 mins

Distribute planners or blank weekly schedule templates.
Guide students in filling out their schedules using the tasks they prioritized.
Introduce time-blocking techniques and have students apply them to their schedules.

Step 4

Reflection and Sharing

10 mins

Have students pair up and share their schedules with a partner.
Encourage them to discuss any challenges they faced and how they overcame them.

Step 5

Closure and Discussion

5 mins

Lead a class discussion on the importance of time management.
Use the Discussion Guide to facilitate conversation about how they can apply these skills in their daily lives.

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Worksheet

Time Management Worksheet

This worksheet will guide students through the process of setting priorities and creating a weekly schedule using time-blocking techniques.

List your daily tasks and categorize them by priority.

Think about what tasks are most important and urgent.

Fill out your weekly schedule using the tasks you prioritized.

Use time-blocking to allocate specific times for each task.

Discussion

Time Management Discussion Guide

This guide will help facilitate a discussion on the importance of time management and how students can apply these skills in their daily lives.

Why is time management important?

Discuss how effective time management can lead to better academic performance and less stress.

What challenges did you face while creating your schedule?

Encourage students to share their experiences and solutions.

How can you apply time management skills outside of school?

Explore different areas of life where time management can be beneficial, such as hobbies or family responsibilities.