Introduction to Time Management “ A course for busy professionals!”

1. Introduction to Time Management“A course for busy professionals!” Authored by the fabulousGroup 3!Wendy PorchJay MoonahCharles SilvermanJoel ReyesJonathan Hung

2. Learner/Course Definition • Busy professional • High level of literacy & computer competence • A fully online course • A “personal interest” type of course (rather than leading to a degree or required for certification)

3. Course Objective • “Upon complete of the course, the student will be able to better manage their time using techniques and tools introduced in the course.”

4. Outcomes The learner will be able to: • identify and describe various time management techniques and tools • evaluate and select a “suite” of time management techniques best for their own professional and personal needs

5. Introduction to Course • Learners will be oriented to online learning concepts and environment • Topics presented in units (weekly?) with opportunity for instruction/interaction with peers around materials • Learners will present their selection of personal techniques and tools they will use to peers, and justify their selection.

6. Introduction to Time Management • Jefferson quote: “Never put off tomorrow what you can do today” • COINarticle (rocks in the jar story) • Muskingum Ctr. Article (“Purposes of Time Management Strategies”) • Group Discussion

7. Time Management Techniques • Covey Article (“The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People”) • CLT Video • other techniques… • Group Discussion

8. Time Management Tools • PDAs • Calendar/Day Planners • other tools… • Group Discussion

9. Student Presentation • Students select and present their personal time management techniques & tools, describe why they selected them and how they will use them • Group Feedback

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