1.3 Overcoming Procrastination

In this instructor resource, there are many tools for instructors to choose from to best meet their unique learner’s needs. In my experience, the 3-2-1 method of responding to procrastination has been quite successful for learners. It is a basic tool that all levels of learners can use. The Pomodoro technique is more complex and more suitable for Level 2 or 3 learners. The videos in this unit demonstrate the use of the techniques for learners that are visual and auditory learners. This unit breaks down the complex concept of procrastination into simple, hands-on strategies to respond to  this obstacle to success. It reassures learners  that many people procrastinate and they learn some strategies to respond to procrastination in their own lives.

The principles of Universal Design for Learning are incorporated into the variety of activities in this unit.

This unit will help some students to:

• Define procrastination.
• Identify if they procrastinate.
• Discuss the reasons and possible solutions for procrastination.
• Describe the 5 second method to break the habit of procrastination.
• Describe the 3-2-1 Method to help overcome procrastination.
• Describe the Pomodoro technique to help students maintain focus.
• Implement the 3-2-1 method  and / or 5 second method in their every day life.
• Implement the pomodoro technique while doing schoolwork.