Instructor Manual for the Effective Student Curriculum
What is included?
- Six units and over 20 mini lessons for classroom, small group or 1:1 instruction
- Short engaging lessons
- Student centric
- Metacognitive exercises increasing student engagement
- Supportive of SEL state standards
- Multi-sensory activities
- Comprehensive lesson plans
- Pacing guides (Content Classes & Study Strategies Classes)
- Evidence based with measurable criteria and grading rubrics
- Mini lessons with hooks for classroom instruction
- Student exercises
- Time management exercises supporting responsible decision making
- Parent resources for wrap-around support
Many academic challenges stem from weak executive functioning skills, such as organization. Executive functions, including working memory, flexible thinking, and self-regulation, connect social-emotional learning with academic success.
The Effective Student Method:
Created by Rachael Barron and designed by curriculum expert Danielle LeFevers, M.Ed., this method equips teachers to help students develop skills in organization, time management, study techniques, and test analysis to reach their potential.
Objectives:
- Teach logical, steps so students can experience success quickly.