Lesson Plan
Control Lab Overview
Students will measure and analyze their reaction times through hands-on trials to practice impulse control by collecting data, calculating averages, and reflecting on self-management strategies.
This lesson strengthens self-management by linking improvements in reaction time to impulse control, fostering focus, patience, and data-driven reflection—key skills for academic and personal success.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Review Materials
10 minutes
Step 1
Introduction
5 minutes
Step 2
Setup Experiment
10 minutes
Step 3
Conduct Experiments
20 minutes
Step 4
Record Data
5 minutes
Step 5
Analyze Data
10 minutes
Step 6
Reflection & Discussion
10 minutes
Slide Deck
Impulse Control Lab: Experiment Steps
Materials Needed
Step 1: Pair Up & Assign Roles
Step 2: Focus & Prepare
Step 3: Conduct Trials
Step 4: Record Your Data
Remember: Impulse Control Matters
Next Steps: Data Analysis
Activity
Project Guide
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