This or That
Study for a test that you have tomorrow
OR
Do your homework that is due in two days?
Study for the test
Organizational tool that has days, weeks, months, and year
Calendar/Planner
You should always multitask to make sure you get everything done
FALSE: It is better to focus on one task at a time and moving on when it is completed
You are exhausted from a whole day of school and sports...
Do you start your homework right away?
OR
Do you take a break to disconnect then start your homework?
It is recommended that you take a break, depending how much time you have before bedtime. Taking a break will allow you to do your homework with a relaxed mind, focus better, and boost your mood.
Can be found in your google classroom
Google Calendar
I do not need to write it down, my teacher will remind me
FALSE: your teachers are there to help, but it is your responsibility to keep track of your assignments
Go to an away sporting event
OR
Sit for an important test that is on the same day
Sit for an important test that is on the same day. Many tests cannot be rescheduled, so although you may not want to miss the sporting event, the test would be more important
Electronic tools to manage your time, create to do lists, use a calendar, and set goals
Apps
If I have too much to do, and some things can be done by someone else, I should ask them to do it instead
TRUE: it is called delegation of tasks. Ask for help from friends, family and/or group members
Play video games with your friends
OR
Plan your mother's birthday party that is this weekend
Plan your mother's birthday party that is this weekend
Organizational tool that allows you to use different colors, erase what is no longer needed, and can be visible at all times
Whiteboard
My google classroom has a calendar with all of my assignments and upcoming tests
TRUE: google classroom has the google calendar feature in the upper left corner
It's finals week, it is Sunday night and you have:
1 test on Friday, 1 project due on Wednesday, and homework due on Tuesday. In what order would you complete all the items?
Do the homework on Sunday night, give yourself Monday and Tuesday to work on the project, study on Wednesday and Thursday for your test on Friday
What are S.M.A.R.T goals?
Specific, measurable, achievable, relevant and time bound
FALSE: planning keeps you organized and reduces the stress of missing deadlines, leaving things until last minute, and feeling scattered