Shop till you drop
What do you need to bring with you to grocery shop?
Shopping list, money, transportation, grocery bag, mask, hand sanitizer
What are computer skills?
Typing
Internet searching / researching
Microsoft office
Troubleshoot problems
File creation, maintenance (ie. Saving files)
Organization (having a clean/organized desktop and or filing system
Conversions (Microsoft word to PDF)
Emails (etiquette – we’ve talked about this)
Settings (WIFI, Bluetooth, headphones, display etc.)
USB (storage devices)
Copy and paste
Keyboard shortcuts
Why is a schedule beneficial?
Helps us to stay on track
Reminds us of tasks/priorities
Easy to schedule work
etc.
What is self-management?
Producing a desirable change in ones own behaviour. It allows us to be more efficient and accomplish tasks.
What is motivation?
Motivation is the process that initiates, guides, and maintains goal-oriented behaviors.
It is what causes you to act, whether it is getting a glass of water to reduce thirst or reading a book to gain knowledge.
Motivation involves the biological, emotional, social, and cognitive forces that activate behavior.
Motivation is what makes the rewards rewarding
Motivation can come from within or the outside
It's usually healthier, saves money and you can learn new skills!
Why do you need computer skills are work?
We need computer skills because technology can be found anywhere and in any job role. Employers want to know that you have foundational skills and will be able to learn new systems and technology.
You need computer skills to build your resume, cover letter and apply to jobs!
Can you think of new technology that you might come across or need to learn in the workplace?
POS (point of sales), iPads (tablets), scanners, different systems to sign in and out of work etc.
What is the difference between non-preferred and preferred activities? List a few in the chat!
Example:
Preferred - Netflix, napping, going for a walk, hanging out with friends
Non-preferred - Scooping cat litter, cleaning the dishes, folding laundry, taking the dog out when its raining
What are the three elements to self-management?
There are three main elements to self-management.
Three main elements: self-monitoring, self- recording, self-evaluation
Rewards can vary from something simple like a glass of water, high five, someone giving you positive feedback, hanging out with your friends, reaching a goal
Do you think that rewarding yourself or getting rewarded from others is important?
Rewards can help us maintain motivation and encourage us
Example: If your boss keeps telling you that you’re doing a great job you may be more likely to keep working hard.
How do you make a grocery list?
Plan out what meals you want to eat
Find recipes (if applicable) for the meals, and find out what foods you need to make it
Write your list
Be sure to write down how much of each ingredient or food that you need
GO SHOP!
How can we gain new skills?
Youtube, books, play around!
What does it mean to have a balanced schedule?
Balance between non-preferred and preferred activities
Making sure you have time for social interactions and relaxation as well as work/chores etc.
Self-management is useful because it promotes generalization
Generalization means that whatever you learn through self-management you can use in many different situations
Self-management means you can do things on your own
Self-management is the ultimate goal of learning and education
Why is it important to be rewarded?
Maintains encouragement
It's how we learn to do new things
Help maintain motivation
1. Do not go hungry!
2. Going with a list will help you not buy excess items
3. Use ingredients for multiple recipes
4. Use coupons
5. check out the weekly flyer for the deal and plan your meals around it
6. Check what you have at home before going so you don't buy multiples unnecessarily
7. Try to buy things on sale
How do you copy and paste?
Keyboard shortcut: highlight and control C/Control V
Or
highlight right click and select copy/paste
What tools can you use to keep a schedule?
To maintain a schedule it’s really important to have a way of keeping track of everything
Some useful tools that we use are:
Google Calendar
A Planner
A to-do list
ICal
Paper copy of a calendar
Etc.
How do you use self-management?
Make sure you use self-monitoring, self- recording, self-evaluating
Set your own goals and make sure to reward yourself, try not to reward yourself for things you don’t want to be doing
Before you can self-manage make sure you understand the situation at hand
Use visual supports to help you
Take it one step at a time
Make sure you are able to self-mange independently (it will take time!)
True or false?
Someone praising you saying "you're doing such a great job!" is just as rewarding as someone giving you a chocolate bar.
True (dependent on person - rewards are unique to the individual but verbal praise CAN be just as rewarding as tangibles)
Plan a days worth of meals
Example
Breakfast: Pancakes
Lunch: Sandwich
Dinner: Pasta
Give an example of a short email in the chat - use proper format and etiquette!
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Plan a day including non-preferred and preferred activities.
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What can you use self-management for?
Social skills
Help you learn to be more focused
Supports you with daily living skills
Emotional regulation
Helps with academic tasks (ex. science skills)
What is a reward that works well for you?
AKA what would keep YOU motivated?
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