Lesson Plan
Own Your Day Lesson Plan
Students will set a clear SMART goal for an upcoming assignment, break it into timed action steps, and identify one reflection insight to kickstart self-directed learning in just 10 minutes.
Building self-directed learning habits empowers students to take ownership of their work, boosts motivation, and prepares them for college and career success.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare Materials
5 minutes
Step 1
Quick Launch
1 minute
Step 2
SMART Goal Overview
2 minutes
Step 3
Rapid Goal Setting
4 minutes
Step 4
Flash Reflection & Share
2 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
