{ "created_at": "2025-06-10T13:07:46.958236+00:00", "name": "Own Your Day", "messages": [ { "id": "EI5dH5CSrYAyyghe", "role": "user", "content": "(entered the chat)" }, { "id": "SIq8Usb128GP2qzT", "role": "assistant", "content": "Hello! I’m here to help customize or refine the “Own Your Day” lesson. Do you have any questions, adjustments, or additional elements you’d like to include? **What can I help you with?**" } ], "materials": [ { "id": "own-your-day-lesson-plan", "data": { "why": "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.", "prep": { "name": "Prepare Materials and Space", "time": "10 minutes", "markdown": "* Print enough copies of [Goal-Setting Worksheet](#goal-setting-worksheet), [Time Management Template](#time-management-template), and [Self-Reflection Journal Prompt Sheet](#self-reflection-journal-sheet) for each student\n* Arrange classroom seating to allow individual work and paired sharing\n* Set up a timer or ensure a digital timer is ready\n* Write key questions about independence on the whiteboard (e.g., “What makes you feel most in control of your learning?”)\n* Review all materials to anticipate student questions" }, "time": "30 minutes", "approach": "Discuss strategies, practice planning, reflect on progress.", "audience": "12th Grade", "materials": [ "[Goal-Setting Worksheet](#goal-setting-worksheet)", "[Time Management Template](#time-management-template)", "[Self-Reflection Journal Prompt Sheet](#self-reflection-journal-sheet)", "Timer (digital or physical)", "Whiteboard and markers" ], "objective": "Students will learn to set clear academic goals, create a time management plan, and reflect on their progress to work more independently and confidently.", "instructions": [ { "name": "Warm-Up Discussion", "time": "5 minutes", "markdown": "- Pose the question on the whiteboard: _“What does it mean to take ownership of your learning?”_\n- Students turn to a partner to share examples from their own experiences\n- Invite 2–3 pairs to report back key ideas\n- Highlight themes: goal-setting, planning, self-reflection" }, { "name": "Mini-Lesson: Strategies Overview", "time": "5 minutes", "markdown": "- Briefly introduce three strategies: goal-setting, time management, and self-reflection\n- Use the whiteboard to model setting a SMART goal (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound)\n- Show how to break the goal into steps on the [Time Management Template](#time-management-template)\n- Explain the purpose of the [Self-Reflection Journal Prompt Sheet](#self-reflection-journal-sheet) for tracking progress" }, { "name": "Independent Planning Activity", "time": "10 minutes", "markdown": "- Distribute the [Goal-Setting Worksheet](#goal-setting-worksheet) and [Time Management Template](#time-management-template)\n- Students choose an upcoming assignment or project and write a SMART goal\n- Break the goal into action steps, estimating time for each on the template\n- Teacher circulates, asks guiding questions, and gives targeted feedback\n- Use the timer to prompt halfway check-in after 5 minutes" }, { "name": "Self-Reflection & Share", "time": "5 minutes", "markdown": "* Hand out the [Self-Reflection Journal Prompt Sheet](#self-reflection-journal-sheet)\n* Students answer prompts: “What went well? What challenges did I face? How will I adjust my plan?”\n* In pairs, students share one insight from their reflection\n* Encourage students to note one adjustment they’ll make next time" }, { "name": "Cool-Down & Next Steps", "time": "5 minutes", "markdown": "* Ask volunteers to share one strategy they’ll implement immediately\n* Summarize how goal-setting, time management, and reflection connect to independence\n* Challenge students to use their plan in the next class or study session\n* Collect worksheets or have students keep them in their binders for ongoing use" } ] }, "name": "Own Your Day Lesson Plan", "type": "lesson-plan" }, { "id": "own-your-day-slides", "data": { "slides": [ { "body": "A 30-minute lesson to explore strategies for working more independently and confidently.", "title": "Own Your Day: Building Self-Directed Learning", "video": null, "layout": "title_body", "teacher_notes": "Welcome students and introduce the session. Say: “Today we’ll explore how to take charge of your learning by setting goals, managing your time, and reflecting on your progress.”" }, { "body": "What does it mean to take ownership of your learning?\n\n• Turn to a partner and share examples\n• We’ll highlight themes like goal-setting, planning, and reflection", "title": "Warm-Up Discussion", "video": null, "layout": "title_body", "teacher_notes": "Pose the warm-up question. Instruct students to turn to a partner, share their thoughts for 2 minutes, then invite 2–3 pairs to report back." }, { "body": "1. Goal-Setting\n2. Time Management\n3. Self-Reflection", "title": "Three Strategies for Independence", "video": null, "layout": "title_body", "teacher_notes": "Introduce the three key strategies. Briefly explain each before diving deeper in later slides." }, { "body": "SMART stands for:\n• Specific\n• Measurable\n• Achievable\n• Relevant\n• Time-bound\n\nUse the [Goal-Setting Worksheet](#goal-setting-worksheet) to write your own SMART goal.", "title": "Strategy 1: SMART Goal-Setting", "video": null, "layout": "title_body", "teacher_notes": "Explain SMART goals. Model an example: “By Friday, I will review 20 vocabulary words for 30 minutes to prepare for our quiz.”" }, { "body": "Use the [Time Management Template](#time-management-template) to:\n• List action steps\n• Estimate how long each will take\n• Assign priorities and deadlines", "title": "Strategy 2: Time Management", "video": null, "layout": "title_body", "teacher_notes": "Show how to break a goal into action steps. Point out how to estimate time and set priorities." }, { "body": "Use the [Self-Reflection Journal Prompt Sheet](#self-reflection-journal-sheet) to answer:\n• What went well?\n• What challenges did I face?\n• How will I adjust my plan next time?", "title": "Strategy 3: Self-Reflection", "video": null, "layout": "title_body", "teacher_notes": "Emphasize the importance of reflection for continuous improvement." }, { "body": "• Choose an upcoming assignment or project\n• Write a SMART goal on the [Goal-Setting Worksheet](#goal-setting-worksheet)\n• Break it into steps on the [Time Management Template](#time-management-template)\n• Teacher will check in at the 5-minute mark", "title": "Independent Planning Activity", "video": null, "layout": "title_body", "teacher_notes": "Distribute the Goal-Setting Worksheet and Time Management Template. Circulate to support students and prompt them about SMART criteria and time estimates." }, { "body": "• Complete prompts on the [Self-Reflection Journal Prompt Sheet](#self-reflection-journal-sheet)\n• In pairs, share one insight and one adjustment you’ll make", "title": "Self-Reflection & Share", "video": null, "layout": "title_body", "teacher_notes": "Hand out the Self-Reflection Journal Prompt Sheet. Encourage honest responses and thoughtful sharing." }, { "body": "• Which strategy will you use immediately?\n• How do goal-setting, time management, and reflection connect to independence?\n• Keep your worksheets for ongoing use", "title": "Cool-Down & Next Steps", "video": null, "layout": "title_body", "teacher_notes": "Summarize the three strategies and ask volunteers to share which they’ll implement first. Encourage application in the next class or study session." }, { "body": "Use your new plan in your next study session and own your day!", "title": "Thank You!", "video": null, "layout": "title_body", "teacher_notes": "Thank students for their participation and remind them to apply their plan. End on an encouraging note." } ] }, "name": "Own Your Day Slides", "type": "slide-deck" }, { "id": "goal-setting-worksheet", "data": { "markdown": "# Goal-Setting Worksheet\n\nName: \\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_ Date: \\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\n\n## 1. Identify Your Assignment or Project\n\nWhat upcoming assignment or project will you focus on?\n\n
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\n\n## 4. Achievable: Confirm the Goal Is Realistic\n\nWhy is this goal realistic for you? What resources or skills will you use or need?\n\n
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\n\n## 5. Relevant: Connect Your Goal to Your Bigger Objectives\n\nWhy does this goal matter to your learning or long-term aims? How does it support your academic growth?\n\n
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\n\n## 6. Time-Bound: Set a Clear Deadline\n\nBy what date and time will you complete this goal? Be specific.\n\n
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\n\n***\n\nUse your completed SMART goal with the [Time Management Template](#time-management-template) to plan action steps and with the [Self-Reflection Journal Prompt Sheet](#self-reflection-journal-sheet) to reflect on your progress." }, "name": "Goal-Setting Worksheet", "type": "worksheet" }, { "id": "time-management-template", "data": { "markdown": "# Time Management Template\n\nName: \\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_ Date: \\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\n\n**Instructions:** Use this template to break your SMART goal into manageable action steps. Estimate how long each will take, assign a priority, and set a deadline.\n\n| Action Step | Estimated Time | Priority (High/Medium/Low) | Deadline |\n| --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | ---------------------------: | ---------------------------- | ---------------------------- |\n| 1. \\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_

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" }, "name": "Time Management Template", "type": "worksheet" }, { "id": "self-reflection-journal-sheet", "data": { "markdown": "# Self-Reflection Journal Prompt Sheet\n\nName: \\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_ Date: \\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\n\n## 1. What Went Well?\n\nReflect on successes or progress you made toward your SMART goal. What actions or habits helped you succeed?\n\n
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\n\n## 4. How Will I Adjust My Plan?\n\nBased on your reflections, what specific changes will you make to your SMART goal, [Time Management Template](#time-management-template), or study approach next time?\n\n
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\n\n## 5. Visualize Success\n\nImagine you have completed your goal. Describe how you feel and what you will celebrate.\n\n
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\n\n***\n\nUse these reflections to refine your next plan. Refer back to your [Goal-Setting Worksheet](#goal-setting-worksheet) and [Time Management Template](#time-management-template) regularly." }, "name": "Self-Reflection Journal Prompt Sheet", "type": "journal" } ], "description": "In this 30-minute 12th grade lesson, students will explore strategies to work more independently and build self-directed learning habits. By practicing goal-setting, time management, and self-reflection, students gain confidence and ownership of their work—key skills for college, careers, and beyond.", "colors": [ "#A8E6CF", "#56C596", "#37966F" ], "updated_at": "2025-06-10T13:10:13.267+00:00", "level_id": "db0e2c56-6e55-4381-bcff-45e210ee4443", "slug": "own-your-day-GW5fey", "embedding": "[-0.042289887,0.005623453,-0.032353852,-0.045253597,-0.0493572,-0.019644089,0.07097709,0.09217903,-0.069837205,-0.010164011,-0.01962509,0.007926979,0.053878758,-0.03351274,0.0065163663,0.010448984,-0.09423083,0.05460069,-0.06292188,-0.07177502,0.070065185,-0.17356712,-0.12212012,0.051560983,-0.05087705,0.051712967,0.018846167,0.04088402,0.013327204,-0.018960156,0.021391919,0.072420955,0.03847126,-0.025324536,-0.047571372,-0.032106876,0.036552444,-0.06349182,-0.058020357,-0.0037260125,-0.018675184,0.019330619,-0.04798933,0.022227837,0.1017541,-0.14734967,-0.12933941,-0.08571966,-0.080932125,-0.041149996,-0.044075713,0.020195035,0.051674973,-0.005286236,0.005528462,0.10259002,0.15244117,0.006031913,-0.06938125,0.022550806,-0.041491963,0.01665188,-0.06774741,-0.07128107,-0.011066424,-0.008482675,-0.02076498,0.12151218,-0.08913933,0.09172308,0.027414333,-0.07614459,-0.01901715,0.031061979,0.011788353,-0.024488617,0.023310732,0.056880467,-0.011750357,-0.045633562,0.028953183,-0.0359635,0.0035265319,-0.012301303,0.054144733,-0.12037229,0.05695646,-0.21338724,0.10707358,0.13101125,0.0472674,0.0043078307,0.006207646,-0.003987237,0.010505978,-0.06501167,0.016414404,0.0064926185,0.0027024872,-0.13906647,-0.011826349,0.029067172,0.025248544,-0.07496671,-0.075764626,-0.030359047,-0.0012669392,0.036533445,0.08009621,-0.0770945,-0.0054239724,0.020404015,0.021410918,-0.021505907,0.043087807,-0.012016331,-0.075764626,-0.16520792,-0.032505836,-0.062845886,-0.008919632,0.000719555,0.15776065,-0.071889006,-0.14134625,0.033455744,-0.032144874,0.05099104,0.07827239,0.018029246,0.08305992,0.063605815,-0.14765364,0.13420294,0.003474287,0.032144874,0.13017534,0.012348799,-0.08473176,0.025609508,-0.0006785902,0.077322476,0.009575069,-0.038091294,0.043695748,0.005044009,0.08655558,0.07245895,-0.018380713,0.060908075,0.01943511,0.10760553,-0.07971624,0.025628507,-0.080704145,-0.0544867,-0.0075992607,0.029466134,-0.10145013,0.018295221,0.010695959,0.050687067,-0.015227019,0.052472897,0.057602394,0.025267541,0.030112071,0.054828666,-0.012652769,0.07781643,-0.08655558,-0.048749257,-0.00013298706,-0.087391496,-0.008900634,-0.05703245,0.08290794,0.0040347325,-0.040162094,-0.12515983,-0.017658781,0.12873147,0.015122529,0.012719262,0.045215603,-0.013403196,0.15608881,0.0020268653,-0.014524087,-0.009413584,0.03681842,-0.041643947,0.09339491,0.088683374,0.10031024,-0.117864534,0.028915187,0.036761425,0.071965,0.02015704,-0.04171994,-0.071091086,0.0051152525,0.12508383,-0.019549098,0.09157109,0.014638076,0.019492103,0.0040513556,-0.019758077,0.018570693,-0.0318789,-0.10099418,0.03339875,-0.05095304,0.002930465,-0.03668543,0.0022738413,0.020366019,-0.033379752,0.036039494,-0.058552302,0.015018039,0.011997333,-0.08100812,0.02519155,0.0667975,0.025647504,0.042897828,-0.05612054,-0.09506675,0.04183393,0.060414124,0.03691341,-0.024431624,0.040770035,0.055550598,-0.014239115,0.044113707,-0.0062978873,0.04388573,-0.059806183,-0.11398891,-0.005210243,0.031004984,-0.0076325075,-0.016737372,0.1182445,0.08435179,0.016195925,0.033645727,0.044265695,0.005233991,-0.003310428,-0.007243045,0.012196814]", "mtss": "3", "featured": null, "public": true, "source_creation_id": null, "source": "fast_creator" }

Aimee.Mansfield

2 Lessons

Own Your Day

Own Your Day

Aimee.Mansfield

2 Lessons

Own Your Day

Own Your Day