Cultural and Creative Arts - Junior Secondary 2 - Self-control

Self-control

TERM: 1ST TERM

WEEK SIX

Class: Junior Secondary School 2

Age: 13 years

Duration: 40 minutes of 5 periods each

Date:

Subject: CULTURAL AND CREATIVE ARTS (CCA)

Topic: SELF–CONTROL

SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES: At the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to

I.) Define self-control

II.)  Identify the ways of exercising self-control

III.) Identify the benefits of self-control

INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNIQUES: Identification, explanation, questions and answers, demonstration, videos from source

INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS: Videos, loud speaker, textbook, pictures,

INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES

PERIOD 1-2

PRESENTATION

TEACHER’S ACTIVITY

STUDENT’S

ACTIVITY

STEP 1

INTRODUCTION

The teacher explains the concept self control and discuss the ways to exercise self control

Students listens attentively to the teacher                                                                          

STEP 2

EXPLANATION

Teacher discusses the benefits of self control with the students

Students exhibit attentiveness and active engagement

STEP 3

NOTE TAKING

The teacher writes a summarized

note on the board

The students

copy the note in

their books

 

NOTE

SELF-CONTROL

Self-control refers to the ability to manage one's emotions, thoughts, and behaviors in order to pursue long-term goals, resist temptations, and maintain focus.

Ways to exercise self control

Some effective ways to exercise self-control:

  1. Set Clear Goals: Define specific, achievable goals to give yourself direction and motivation.
  2. Identify Triggers: Recognize situations, people, or environments that may trigger impulsive behavior or distractions.
  3. Develop Strategies: Create action plans to manage temptations or distractions, such as avoiding triggers or finding alternative activities.
  4. Delay Gratification: Practice delaying immediate rewards for long-term benefits, strengthening your ability to resist instant gratification.
  5. Establish Routines: Create structured routines and habits to reduce decision fatigue and maintain consistency in behavior.
  6. Seek Support: Surround yourself with supportive individuals who encourage your self-control efforts and provide accountability.

Benefits of self control

Below are some key benefits of self-control:

  1. Achievement of Goals: Self-control helps individuals stay focused on their long-term goals, resist short-term temptations, and maintain consistent progress towards success.
  2. Improved Decision Making: People with strong self-control are better equipped to make rational decisions, weighing the consequences of their actions more effectively.
  3. Enhanced Emotional Regulation: Self-control enables individuals to manage their emotions in challenging situations, leading to healthier and more stable emotional responses.
  4. Increased Resilience: Those with self-control are better able to cope with setbacks and adversity, bouncing back from failures and maintaining a positive outlook.
  5. Better Relationships: Self-control fosters patience, empathy, and understanding in relationships, leading to improved communication and conflict resolution skills.

EVALUATION: 1. Define self control

  1. Identify 4 ways to exercise self control
  2. Mention 4 benefits of self control

CLASSWORK: As in evaluation

CONCLUSION: The teacher commends the students positively