Lesson Plan
Own Your Day Lesson Plan
Students will learn to set clear academic goals, create a time management plan, and reflect on their progress to work more independently and confidently.
Building self-directed learning habits empowers students to take ownership of their work, boosts motivation, and prepares them for success in college, careers, and beyond.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare Materials and Space
10 minutes
Step 1
Warm-Up Discussion
5 minutes
Step 2
Mini-Lesson: Strategies Overview
5 minutes
Step 3
Independent Planning Activity
10 minutes
Step 4
Self-Reflection & Share
5 minutes
Step 5
Cool-Down & Next Steps
5 minutes
Slide Deck
Own Your Day: Building Self-Directed Learning
Warm-Up Discussion
Three Strategies for Independence
Strategy 1: SMART Goal-Setting
Strategy 2: Time Management
Strategy 3: Self-Reflection
Independent Planning Activity
Self-Reflection & Share
Cool-Down & Next Steps
Thank You!
Worksheet
Worksheet
Journal
