Breaking Down Big Assignments

7th GradeStudy Skills40 min

Learning Objective

I can break down large assignments into smaller, manageable steps.

Lesson Flow

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9 min

How to Break Down Your Goals into Actionable Steps

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Guided Notes

8 min

Key concepts students will learn:

  • The first step in breaking down a big goal is to turn it into an objective outcome goal, which means it should be measurable and clear.

  • To track progress towards a large goal, it's helpful to set benchmarks that provide opportunities for celebration and reflection along the way.

  • To overcome obstacles, create an 'if-then' statement, also known as an implementation intention, where you plan a specific solution for a potential obstacle.

Practice

12 min

6 questions • Multiple choice & Short answer

Exit Ticket

5 min

Think of a large assignment you have coming up. List three smaller steps you could take to break down the assignment into manageable parts.

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