Organization and goal-Setting

What is one benefit of using a planner or agenda?

• It takes more time out of your day.

• It helps you forget due dates.

• It helps you keep track of assignments and deadlines.

• It adds to your stress.

What is the first step in time management?

• Watch TV.

• Start with the easiest task.

• Prioritize your tasks.

• Do everything at once.

Which of the following is not a part of a SMART goal?

• Specific

• Measurable

• Amazing

• Time-Bound

Why is it important to keep your binder or folder organized?

• So your papers look pretty.

• So you can impress your friends.

• So you can find assignments and stay prepared.

• So you never have to clean it.

What’s a good way to track your progress toward a weekly goal?

• Ignore your progress.

• Use a daily checklist or journal.

• Ask someone else to do it.

• Wait until the end of the year.

True or False: Breaking large projects into smaller steps can make them easier to complete.

• True

• False

True or False: Time management helps reduce stress and gives you more free time.

• True

• False

Scenario: You have: A project due Tuesday, and a quiz on Wednesday.

Question: Which would be a good schedule to follow and prepare for the week?

• Monday:

  • 4:00 - 6:00 p.m. → Play video games after school

  • 6:00 - 6:30pm → Dinner

  • 6:30 - 8:30pm → Watch tv

  Tuesday:

  • 9:00 pm - 12:00am → Rush to finish project

  • 12:00 - 1:00am → Play video games to de-stress

  • 1:00am → Go to bed

  • Wednesday:

    • Cram for quiz in the morning

    • Feel stressed and tired

    • Forget materials

• Monday:

  • 4:00–5:30 p.m. → Finish project

  • 6:00–6:30 p.m. → Dinner

  • 7:00–7:30 p.m. → Review for quiz

  • 7:30–8:00 p.m. → Pack materials for Tuesday

  Tuesday:

  • Project is due (already done!)

  • 4:00–4:30 p.m. → Review quiz notes

  • 4:30–5:00 p.m. → Practice quiz questions

  • 6:00–6:30 p.m. → Dinner

  • 7:00–7:30 p.m. → Light quiz review, early bedtime

  • Wednesday:

    • Take quiz

    • 4:00–5:00 p.m. → Free time or start light homework

    • 6:00–6:30 p.m. → Dinner

Which of the following is the best example of a SMART goal?

• I want to do better in science.

• I will study more.

• I will finish all my science homework this week and ask one question in class.

• I should probably try to improve in science someday.

Which of the following is a SMART goal?

• I want to read more books this year.

• I will read 20 minutes every night before bed this week.

• Reading is something I should probably do more often.

• I'll try to read a little when I have time.