Subject: Personal Development

Grade Level: Grade 11

Objective:
1. Maintain a journal
2. Reflect on personal experiences
3. Set personal goals

Learning within the curriculum:

1. Personal Reflection Techniques: This topic involves methods for self-
assessment and evaluation of experiences, which aligns with maintaining
a journal and reflecting on personal experiences. By learning different
techniques of personal reflection, students can enhance their journaling
skills and deepen their understanding of their thoughts and feelings.

2. Goal-Setting Strategies: This topic focuses on creating SMART (Specific,

Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound) goals. It aligns with
setting personal goals by providing students with a framework to
effectively plan and achieve their aspirations, which can also be
documented in their journals.

Learning across the curriculum:

1. Creative Writing: In this subject, students learn to express their thoughts
and feelings through various forms of writing. This aligns with maintaining
a journal, as students can utilize their creative writing skills to articulate
their reflections and personal experiences in their journals.

2. Psychology: Understanding basic psychological concepts related to self-

awareness and personal growth can help students reflect more effectively on
their experiences. This knowledge supports the objective of reflecting on
personal experiences by providing a deeper context for understanding emotions
and behaviors.

Elicit:
Teaching Strategy: Cooperative Learning
Instructional Materials: None required
Anecdote 1: One day, I found an old journal from my high school days. As I
flipped through the pages, I realized how much I had grown and changed over
the years. It was fascinating to see my thoughts and feelings during that time,
which helped me understand my journey better.
Anecdote 2: During a family gathering, my grandmother shared her journal
entries from her youth. Listening to her experiences and reflections made me
realize the importance of documenting our lives, as it helps us connect with our
past and learn from it.

Engage:
Teaching Strategy: Interactive Learning
Instructional Materials: Paper and pens
Energizer 1: "Journal Jumble" - Students will pair up and exchange one
sentence from their journal (real or imagined). They will then create a short story
based on the sentences they received, fostering creativity and engagement with
the journaling concept.
Energizer 2: "Feelings Charades" - Students will act out different emotions
without speaking, while others guess the emotion. This activity encourages
students to connect with their feelings, which they can later reflect on in their
journals.

Explore:
Activities
Activity 1: Reflection Circle
Teaching Strategy: Group Discussion
Materials: None required
Significance: This activity allows students to share their experiences and learn
from one another, enhancing their understanding of personal reflection.
Instructions:
1. Form small groups of 5-6 students.
2. Each student takes turns sharing a recent personal experience they would like
to reflect on.
3. After each sharing, group members ask questions to encourage deeper
thinking and reflection.
Rubrics:
- Participation: 5 pts.
- Depth of Reflection: 5 pts.
- Engagement with Peers: 5 pts.
Assessment Questions:
1. What did you learn from your peer's experience?
2. How did your perspective on your own experiences change?
3. What questions did you find most helpful during the discussion?
Activity 2: Goal Mapping
Teaching Strategy: Project-Based Learning
Materials: Chart paper, markers
Significance: This activity helps students visualize their goals and the steps
needed to achieve them, fostering goal-setting skills.
Instructions:
1. Individually, students will create a goal map on chart paper, outlining one
personal goal.
2. They should include steps to achieve that goal, potential obstacles, and
support systems.
3. Students will present their goal maps to the class.
Rubrics:
- Clarity of Goals: 5 pts.
- Realism of Steps: 5 pts.
- Creativity of Presentation: 5 pts.
Assessment Questions:
1. What is the main goal you set for yourself?
2. What obstacles do you anticipate facing?
3. How can you overcome these obstacles?
Explain:
Activity 1 - The objective of maintaining a journal is to encourage self-reflection
and personal growth, allowing students to document their thoughts, feelings, and
experiences. Journaling can be a powerful tool for processing emotions and
setting goals. Additionally, developing reflection skills can enhance students'
self-awareness and emotional intelligence.
Activity 2 - Personal experiences shape who we are, and reflecting on them
through journaling can lead to deeper insights and understanding. Setting
personal goals provides direction and motivation, helping students focus on their
aspirations. Understanding the connection between reflection and goal-setting
can empower students to take charge of their personal development.
Activity 3 - Journaling not only serves as a record of experiences but also as a
platform for growth and change. By regularly engaging in this practice, students
can track their progress, celebrate achievements, and learn from challenges. The
act of writing can clarify thoughts and feelings, making it an essential skill for
personal development.
Elaborate:
Teaching Strategy: Project-Based Learning
1. Task: Create a personal development plan that includes areas for
improvement, goals, and strategies for achieving them.
2. Task: Engage in a peer review session where students will share their
development plans and provide constructive feedback to one another.
Discussion: After completing their plans, students will discuss the importance of
accountability in achieving personal goals and how journaling can help maintain
that accountability.
Evaluate:
Teaching Strategy: Formative Assessment
Questions:
1. How does maintaining a journal contribute to your personal growth?
2. In what ways can reflection help you achieve your goals?
3. What challenges do you foresee in maintaining a journal, and how can you
overcome them?
For Higher Order Thinking Skills:
Questions:
1. How might your journaling practice change if you were to focus on different
types of reflections (e.g., emotional, cognitive, behavioral)?
2. If you could give advice to someone struggling with goal-setting, what would it
be?
3. How do you think journaling can impact your mental health?
Answers:
1. Focusing on different types of reflections can provide a more holistic
understanding of oneself and lead to more meaningful insights.
2. I would advise them to start small and set achievable goals, celebrating each
success to build confidence.
3. Journaling can provide a safe space to express emotions, process thoughts,
and reduce stress, contributing positively to overall mental well-being.
Extend:
Teaching Strategy: Inquiry-Based Learning
Instructional Materials: None required
Usecase 1: Students can volunteer at local community centers to help others
document their stories and goals, applying their journaling skills in a new
context. This experience can foster empathy and a sense of community while
reinforcing their learning.
Usecase 2: Students can create a blog or social media account dedicated to
sharing their personal growth journey, allowing them to engage with a broader
audience. This platform encourages them to articulate their thoughts and reflect
on their experiences, enhancing their journaling skills.
Assignment:
1. Maintain a weekly journal where you document your thoughts, feelings, and
reflections on your personal growth. At the end of each week, set one goal for
the following week and write about your plans to achieve it. This assignment
utilizes reflective writing and goal-setting strategies to reinforce the lesson.