Lesson Plan
Executive Functioning Lesson Plan
Learn essential executive functioning skills like organization and time management.
These skills help students manage tasks, improve academic performance, and reduce stress.
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Prepare Materials
15 minutes
Step 1
Warm-Up Discussion
5 minutes
Step 2
Main Activity
10 minutes
Step 3
Interactive Game
7 minutes
Step 4
Cool-Down Reflection
3 minutes
Warm Up
Activity
Game
Slide Deck
Introduction to Executive Functioning Skills
The Importance of Organization
Time Management Tips
Planning for Success
Summary and Reflection
Lesson Plan
Executive Functioning Skills: Goal Setting
Understand and practice goal-setting as an executive functioning skill.
Goal-setting helps students focus, prioritize tasks, and achieve personal and academic success.
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Prepare Materials
15 minutes
Step 1
Introduction to Goal Setting
5 minutes
Step 2
Goal Setting Activity
10 minutes
Step 3
Group Discussion
7 minutes
Step 4
Reflection and Sharing
3 minutes
Lesson Plan
Executive Functioning Skills: Emotional Regulation
Understand and practice emotional regulation as an executive functioning skill.
Emotional regulation helps students manage stress, improve focus, and enhance interpersonal relationships.
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Prepare Materials
15 minutes
Step 1
Introduction to Emotional Regulation
5 minutes
Step 2
Emotional Regulation Activity
10 minutes
Step 3
Group Discussion
7 minutes
Step 4
Reflection and Sharing
3 minutes
Lesson Plan
Executive Functioning Skills: Self-Monitoring
Understand and practice self-monitoring as an executive functioning skill.
Self-monitoring helps students become aware of their behaviors and improve self-control and academic performance.
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Prepare Materials
15 minutes
Step 1
Introduction to Self-Monitoring
5 minutes
Step 2
Self-Monitoring Activity
10 minutes
Step 3
Group Discussion
7 minutes
Step 4
Reflection and Sharing
3 minutes
Lesson Plan
Executive Functioning Skills: Flexibility
Understand and practice flexibility as an executive functioning skill.
Flexibility helps students adapt to new situations, solve problems creatively, and manage change effectively.
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Prepare Materials
15 minutes
Step 1
Introduction to Flexibility
5 minutes
Step 2
Flexibility Activity
10 minutes
Step 3
Group Discussion
7 minutes
Step 4
Reflection and Sharing
3 minutes
Lesson Plan
Executive Functioning Skills: Working Memory
Understand and practice working memory as an executive functioning skill.
Working memory helps students retain and manipulate information, improving learning and problem-solving.
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Prepare Materials
15 minutes
Step 1
Introduction to Working Memory
5 minutes
Step 2
Working Memory Activity
10 minutes
Step 3
Group Discussion
7 minutes
Step 4
Reflection and Sharing
3 minutes
