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This The Quest for Magic Minutes lesson plan also includes:
A "Magic Minute" activity asks class groups to develop a commercial to advertise a way to turn a time-waster into a time-saver. Ad groups begin by brainstorming time-wasters and then problem-solve was to turn them into time-savers. After selecting one strategy, the groups develop a commercial to advertise their time-saver.
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Instructional Ideas
- Save several student "Magic Minutes" to use as examples
- Create a below average "Magic Minute" example for class members to critique before they begin their own project
- Feature one of the "Magic Minutes" during each week of the school year
- Begin by having group members share their personal strengths list from the previous lesson
Classroom Considerations
- Requires instructors to create their own "Magic Minute" model
- The second lesson in a two-part series
Pros
- The activity provides learners with practical strategies they can use
Cons
- No rubric for the project is included; therefore, create one and provide it to students when giving the assignment