Two-Week Motivation Plan

Lisa Donnellan

Tier 1

Lesson Plan

Two-Week Motivation Plan

Increase grades over two weeks

This lesson plan is designed to motivate 9-12th grade students to improve their grades over a two-week period. By setting specific goals, creating a timeline, and using positive reinforcement, students will be encouraged to take actionable steps towards academic success. This approach fosters a sense of achievement and accountability, helping students to stay motivated and focused on their goals.

Audience

9-12th grade students

Time

5-10 minutes

Approach

Materials

Two-Week Goal Setting Worksheet, Motivation Discussion Questions, Video: How to Stay Motivated, Peer Review Guidelines, and Motivation Game Instructions

Step 1

Introduction

1 minute

Greet the students warmly and explain the purpose of the session: to create a two-week plan to boost motivation and improve grades.

Step 2

Two-Week Goal Setting

3 minutes

Provide the students with the Two-Week Goal Setting Worksheet.
Guide the students to set specific, achievable academic goals for the next two weeks.
Discuss the steps needed to achieve these goals and how they will impact their grades.
Establish checkpoints to review progress at the end of each week.

Step 3

Interactive Group Activity

3 minutes

Divide students into small groups and have them share their goals and strategies.
Encourage peer feedback and suggestions for improvement.
Facilitate a brief discussion on common challenges and solutions.

Step 4

Peer Review Session

3 minutes

Have students pair up and exchange their goal-setting worksheets.
Each student reviews their partner's goals and provides constructive feedback.
Discuss how peer insights can help refine their strategies.

Step 5

Motivation Game

4 minutes

Introduce a quick motivation-themed game where students match motivational quotes with scenarios.
Encourage students to discuss how these quotes can apply to their own academic challenges.

Step 6

Positive Reinforcement

2 minutes

Discuss the importance of rewarding oneself for achieving goals.
Encourage students to think of small rewards they can give themselves at each checkpoint and upon achieving their final goal.

Step 7

Role-Playing Scenarios

3 minutes

Have students role-play scenarios where they face challenges in staying motivated.
Encourage them to apply strategies discussed to overcome these challenges.
Debrief with the class on what strategies were effective.

Step 8

Video Viewing

6 minutes

Show the video How to Stay Motivated.
Discuss key takeaways from the video and how they can apply these insights to their own motivation strategies.

Step 9

Group Brainstorming

3 minutes

Conduct a group brainstorming session on additional strategies to stay motivated.
Encourage students to share personal tips and compile a class list of strategies.

Step 10

Closure

1 minute

Summarize the key points discussed.
Encourage students to take action on their goals and remind them of the support available.
Set a follow-up meeting to review progress and adjust the plan if necessary.

Worksheet

Two-Week Goal Setting Worksheet

This worksheet helps students set specific academic goals for a two-week period and outline steps to achieve them.

What are your academic goals for the next two weeks?

Think about specific subjects or assignments you want to improve.

List the steps you will take to achieve these goals.

Consider what actions you need to take each day.

How will achieving these goals impact your grades?

Reflect on the positive outcomes of reaching your goals.

What will be your reward for achieving each goal?

Think of small rewards that will motivate you.

Discussion

Motivation Discussion Questions

These questions guide a discussion on motivation and strategies to improve academic performance over a two-week period.

What motivates you to succeed in school?

Explore intrinsic and extrinsic motivators, such as personal satisfaction or rewards.

Can you recall a time when you felt proud of your academic achievements?

Encourage students to share specific examples and what contributed to that success.

What challenges do you face in staying motivated?

Identify obstacles and brainstorm potential solutions or support systems.

Discussion

Peer Review Guidelines

Guidelines to help students provide constructive feedback during the peer review session.

How can you provide constructive feedback to your peer?

Focus on being positive, specific, and helpful in your feedback.

What should you look for when reviewing your peer's goals?

Check for clarity, achievability, and alignment with academic improvement.

Worksheet

Motivation Game Instructions

Instructions for a quick motivation-themed game to engage students in matching motivational quotes with scenarios.

Match the quote 'Believe you can and you're halfway there.' with a scenario where a student is struggling with a difficult subject.

Match the quote 'Success is not final, failure is not fatal: It is the courage to continue that counts.' with a scenario where a student has failed a test but is determined to improve.