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Getting Organized Lesson PlanGetting Organized Lesson Plan
Publisher
Overcoming Obstacles
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Grade
6th - 8th
Subjects
Social & Emotional Learning
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Duration
1 hr
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Direct Instruction
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Year
2021
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Getting Organized

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This Getting Organized lesson plan also includes:
  • Studying Effectively Module (.pdf)
  • Studying Effectively Module (.html)
  • Getting Organized (.html)
  • Glossary: Studying Effectively (.pdf)
  • Glossary: Studying Effectively (Google)
  • Activity Sheet: Organization Checklist (.pdf)
  • Activity Sheet: Organization Checklist (Google)
  • Activity Sheet: My Study Week (.pdf)
  • Activity Sheet: My Study Week (Google)
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A lesson challenges scholars to get organized. A thoughtful discussion sheds light on time management and the benefits of staying organized. Learners then reflect on their current time management skills, organize notebooks or binders, and make a study schedule. 

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Concepts

self-management, Study Skills, social-emotional learning, Social & Emotional Learning, back to school, organizational skills

Instructional Ideas

  • Copy and laminate a class set of the Organization Checklist for pupils for use throughout the school year
  • Conduct the lesson at the beginning of the school year, after pupils have gathered all their supplies

Classroom Considerations

  • The first of seven lessons in a series about studying effectively
  • Requires copies of two papers, one of each per participant

Pros

  • Offers plenty of organizational tips for school and home
  • Includes a homework assignment and extension opportunities

Cons

  • None

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