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Homeroom Guidance
Quarter 1: My Study
Plan, My Guide
 Module
My Study Plan, My Guide
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Learning Objectives

At the end of the session, you are expected to be able to:

1. describe proper time management and study habit plan;
2. demonstrate effective study habits; and
3. value good study habits and attitudes at home and in school.

Period: Week 1 of 1st Quarter

Suggested Total Time Allotment: 120 minutes

Materials Needed:
Clean sheets of paper/ bond papers
Pencil/ Ballpen

Introduction

Welcome to Junior High School. You have entered another phase of your life. You
are now in one the most exciting yet challenging years of being a student. Since this is your
first time in high school, expect to meet new friends and new set of teachers. Learn new
things, too! Your teachers are here to support and guide you in your journey to have a deeper
self-discovery.
The transition from elementary to high school entails a lot of adjustments. Hence, you
need to be mindful on the differences between the two. As you reached this far, there is a
need to modify how you manage yourself and habits to pass this grade level. We hope that
this module helps you to have a smooth transition from grade school to high school, most
especially in your academic tasks or school work.
With the technological advancement nowadays, our time management and study
habits have also evolved. Internet has become a good friend of most of the learners who are
searching to understand their assignment or even the class lessons

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without the aid of physical books. Some libraries now offer online learning resources which
are very useful for a learner like you. However, there are still schools that rely heavily on
physical books or learning materials due to varied reasons and considerations. Resonating on
the said premises, you need to adjust your own time management and study habits based on
your set up, available resources and the target academic goal.
This module focuses on how you can make your time management and study habits
serve a vital role in making your Grade 7 adjustment smooth while attaining your target
academic goal.
The activities will bring you the opportunities to see how relevant your current study
habits are, and the things that you need to change or even improve.
Enjoy and discover the beauty of learning.

Let’s Try This

Suggested Time allotment : 15 minutes

My Self-forecast

Since this is the beginning of the school year, it would be helpful to have an idea on how
you want this school year happen. On a clean sheet of paper, draw a symbol of your target
achievements in Grade 7. After the drawing, write your explanation about the symbol and
your answers to the processing questions.

Processing Questions:
1. How do you feel while doing the activity?
2. Are those targets attainable in this school year? Why?
2. What are the things that you need to change or do to accomplish it?

Let’s Explore This

 Suggested Time allotment : 20 minutes

The Old and The Current Me

Copy and answer the table below to see what you have done and what you intend to do to study
your lessons and pass the grade level. Do this on a sheet of paper.

Areas Grade 6 Grade 7

Target Average Grade
Motivation to Study
Number of Hours of
Studying outside of
classes
Number of Hours for
leisure or relaxation
Number of Hours to sleep at
night
Person helping you in
studies

Processing Questions:
1. What do you notice with your answers on both grade levels?
2. Why do you have similar and different answers in a certain area for both
levels?
3. Do you think your study habits in Grade Six will work now that you are in
Grade Seven, and why?

Keep in Mind

Suggested Time Allotment : 25 minutes

Here are some terms you need to understand.

Study – the activity or process of learning about something by reading, memorizing facts,
attending school, etc. (as defined by Merriam-Webster Dictionary)
Habit – a usual way of behaving: something that a person does often in a regular and
repeated way (as define by Merriam-Webster Dictionary)
Study Habits – is a well-planned and deliberate pattern of study, which has attained a form
of consistency on the part of the students towards understanding academic subjects and
passing examination (as defined in the research by Evans Atsiaya Siahi and Julius Maiyo)
Let’s take a look at some of the things you need to know.
Tips to Develop Effective Study Habits
1. Have a specific time to study. A routine helps you to develop mental
preparedness. It will also condition yourself to do the school work. Be particular on the
exact time of your classes (for online, TV and radio-based learning modalities) and set
the time for you to do the self-learning modules (SLM). Whatever learning modality
you’re using, consistency with the time matters.

2. Follow your plan. Delaying a study session is only procrastinating and can lead to
rushed work later. Your self-discipline will be challenged if you are studying from
home. That’s why, your plan will direct you on how you manage your time not only
for school work but for other responsibilities you have at home.

3. Do the difficult assignment first when mental energies are working very
well. You know better when your mind is very responsive and when you’re having a
hard time to process things. However, you also need to consider the deadlines and
other aspects that have to be accounted for.

4. Ask for help when needed. In the absence of physical teacher, you may need to
ask the nearest adults at home to help you understand the lesson. If possible, you may
communicate with your teachers to unlock your difficulties.

5. Take short breaks. Sitting for a long period of time requires break. You may use
the time to do body stretching, relax your eyes and muscles or eat your snack or meal.

6. Maintain a positive attitude even with difficult subject. Having a negative

attitude toward a hard subject will not make it easier for you. Therefore, instead of
focusing on the negative side, exert your effort on different ways to understand it. This
will redirect your actions in helping yourself rather than magnifying your unhelpful
attitude toward the subject.

7. Attend classes regularly. Classes are conducted because they follow certain
sequence and arrangement of lessons and activities. Therefore, being in class on a daily
basis will help yourself to complete the tasks expected for a student like you.

8. Practice concentration and focus. Remove all possible distractions around you if
possible. If you’re studying in a limited place where noise and other interruptions are
beyond your control, find a safe, quiet and comfortable place where you can have a
100% attention on your studies.
9. Write your assignments on a notebook. It pays to be organized with your things
most especially with your studies. If you have eight subjects, definitely, each will have
an assignment. For you to avoid from missing and forgetting to do your homework,
you need to be very keen on writing down the details of your assignment regularly.
Otherwise, no one will do it for you.
 10. Keep your supplies in your study place. Before starting your study session, be
sure to prepare and arrange the needed things in your area. Practicing this will help you
to have a smooth and hassle-free time.

Why is it so important to plan your study session? Just like a regular activity,
everything has to be organized, calculated and placed. In this way, you can have clear view of
your activities involving your studies and other tasks. You can feel a sense of direction on
what you do daily. You prevented yourself from rushing which causes too much stress and
you can develop a sense of self-discipline to follow your own schedule which promotes
concentration on what your currently do.

You Can Do It!

Period : Week 2 of 1st Quarter

Suggested Time Allotment : 30 minutes
Title : My New Study Plan

Now it is your turn to write your study plan.

Directions : Copy Table No. 1.2 on a clean sheet of paper. Write the activities that you do
in one week in the “new normal” set-up. Be realistic! Write also your answers to the
processing questions after the table.
Table 1.2

Time Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday

6:00 am
7:00 am

8:00 am
9:00 am
10:00 am
11:00 am

12:00 noon
1:00 pm
2:00 pm
3:00 pm
4:00 pm

5:00 pm
6:00 pm
7:00 pm
8:00 pm

9:00 pm
onwards

Student’s Signature
Processing questions:
1. What did you observe in your study schedule? Would it make you attain your target
goal this school year?
2. How much time do you spend for your studies? For your rest? For your leisure or
relaxation?
3. Upon seeing your study plan, what are the activities that you want to eliminate,
change and improve?

What I have Learned

Suggested Time Allotment : 15 minutes

Directions : Write at least five (5) new ways and/or habits that you will commit to
apply in your study habits starting today ----
Now that I am in Grade 7 (Junior High School)……

1. Starting today I will reduce ……

2. From now on I will increase ……

3. I will maintain ………

4. I will keep on …….

5. I will start …….

 Share your Thoughts & Feelings

Time Allotment : 15 minutes

Make a letter to yourself motivating you to pursue your target goal this school year.
Include things that remind you of your big dreams and future plans in life.