7 - Sample 7‑Week Unit Plan & Time Allocation
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Week 1 - Brain-Body Connections
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Welcome, everyone! Today, we’re starting our unit discussing the important connections between the brain and our bodies. Can anyone tell me how our brain influences our emotions?
I think our brain controls how we react to things that happen to us, which affects our feelings.
Exactly! The limbic system and prefrontal cortex play crucial roles. The limbic system handles our emotional reactions, while the prefrontal cortex helps us think and reflect before acting. For a quick memory aid, remember that 'PFC is for Planning', because it’s involved in thoughtful responses. Can anyone give an example of when they felt their emotions take over?
When I lost a game, I felt really upset and didn't think about what I should say or do next!
That’s a great example! Understanding our brain's functions can help us manage our reactions better. By keeping neuro-mapping journals, we can track our emotional responses, and in the long run, improve our coping strategies.
How do we use those journals?
You’ll record physical sensations you feel during emotional moments. For instance, if you feel tension in your shoulders, you might link that to stress or anxiety. Does that sound doable?
Yeah, I can definitely try that!
Good! To summarize, understanding how our brain controls emotions and using tools like journals can support our emotional wellness. Let’s move on to practical activities next week.
Week 2 - Advanced Stress Protocols
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In our second week, we'll dive deep into stress management. What is stress, and how do we cope with it?
Stress is when you're overwhelmed or anxious because of school or life events.
Correct! One way to manage stress is through biofeedback techniques. We’ll be using apps to monitor our heart rates while practicing breathing exercises. Does anyone know how breath control can help manage stress?
When we take deep breaths, it can calm our nerves and slow our heart rate.
Exactly! Remember the acronym **B.R.E.A.T.H.E** for managing stress: Breathe, Reflect, Engage, Assess, Think, Heal, and Empower. Let’s practice some biofeedback breathing together now!
That sounds fun, can we start?
Sure! Let’s take a deep breath in for four counts and out for six. This will help reduce our stress levels.
I feel calmer already!
Great to hear! Remember, understanding and implementing these advanced stress management protocols is key for our wellness journey.
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Quick Overview
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The 7-week unit plan details a curriculum designed to enhance students' mental, emotional, and social wellness through various engaging activities. Each week focuses on different themes such as stress management, social dynamics, biomechanics, and injury prevention, allocating specific times for various exercises and learning experiences.
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Sample 7-Week Unit Plan & Time Allocation
This section presents a structured 7-week unit plan aimed at improving students' mental, emotional, and social wellness along with their knowledge of safe physical practices and first-aid protocols. Each week includes a thematic focus, relevant core activities, methods to engage learners, and the duration of each session. The curriculum not only focuses on theoretical knowledge but also integrates hands-on practices and real-life applications to ensure student engagement and learning effectiveness.
Weekly Breakdown
- Week 1: Brain-Body Connections - Activities include neuro-mapping journals and discussions about the limbic system and prefrontal cortex, lasting 75 minutes.
- Week 2: Advanced Stress Protocols - Students will practice biofeedback breathing and PMR with imagery, participating in an 80-minute Eisenhower Matrix workshop.
- Week 3: Social Dynamics & Digital Health - Labs on Tuckman's stages, digital footprint audits, and restorative circle simulations will fill this 90-minute session.
- Week 4: Biomechanics & Safety Audits - A 90-minute session will cover jump-mat forces, risk mapping, and ergonomic assessments.
- Week 5: Growth Injury Prevention - Conducting FMS Lite screens and load monitoring will take 85 minutes.
- Week 6: Advanced First-Aid & Shock Care - This extensive 120-minute session involves hands-on CPR/AED practice, hemorrhage control, and shock position drills.
- Week 7: Programme Design & Reflection - Students will draft a comprehensive wellness and safety program in teams during this reflective week.
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Week 1: Brain-Body Connections
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Chapter Content
Neuro-mapping journals; limbic vs. prefrontal discussion; coping toolkit
Detailed Explanation
In the first week, students will create neuro-mapping journals, which help them document their thoughts and feelings. They will also discuss the differences between the limbic system, responsible for emotions, and the prefrontal cortex, which is involved in decision-making. Lastly, they will start putting together a toolkit filled with coping strategies to manage stress and emotions effectively.
Examples & Analogies
Imagine your brain as a team where the limbic system is the emotional coach shouting during the game, while the prefrontal cortex is the strategic planner who decides the best moves. By understanding how both roles work together, students can learn to manage their emotions better, just like a team learns to balance offense and defense.
Week 2: Advanced Stress Protocols
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Chapter Content
Biofeedback breathing; PMR with imagery; Eisenhower Matrix workshop
Detailed Explanation
In week two, students will dive deeper into advanced stress-management techniques. They will learn to use biofeedback for breathing exercises, practice Progressive Muscle Relaxation (PMR) with visualization techniques, and participate in an Eisenhower Matrix workshop, which helps them prioritize tasks based on urgency and importance.
Examples & Analogies
Think of managing stress like organizing a messy closet. The Eisenhower Matrix helps you decide what to keep, what to donate, and what to throw away. Similarly, by learning to prioritize tasks effectively, students can reduce their stress and focus on what truly matters.
Week 3: Social Dynamics & Digital Health
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Chapter Content
Tuckman stages labs; digital footprint audit; restorative circle simulation
Detailed Explanation
In the third week, students will explore group development through Tuckman’s stages of team dynamics. They will conduct a digital footprint audit to understand their online presence and participate in a restorative circle simulation that emphasizes conflict resolution and community building.
Examples & Analogies
Consider a sports team that needs to build trust and communication to succeed. Tuckman’s stages are like the phases the team goes through from forming to performing as they learn to work well together, just like friends do when they resolve conflicts and support each other.
Week 4: Biomechanics & Safety Audits
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Jump-mat forces; risk mapping; ergonomic equipment assessments
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In week four, students will learn about biomechanics by experimenting with jump mats to measure forces. They will conduct safety audits by identifying potential hazards in their environment and perform ergonomic assessments on various types of equipment they may be using during physical activities.
Examples & Analogies
Imagine a safety inspector checking a playground for any risks that could cause injuries. Just like this inspector, students will become aware of their surroundings and learn how to maintain a safe environment while recognizing the mechanics of movement that prevent injuries.
Week 5: Growth Injury Prevention
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Chapter Content
FMS Lite screens; load monitoring; plyometric landing clinics
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During the fifth week, students will conduct Functional Movement Screen (FMS) Lite assessments to identify potential movement deficiencies. They will learn how to monitor physical training loads to prevent injury and participate in clinics focused on delivering proper plyometric landing techniques.
Examples & Analogies
Think of every athlete as a car that needs regular check-ups to prevent breakdowns. By screening movements, monitoring training loads, and practicing proper techniques, students ensure their bodies are running smoothly and safely, just like keeping a car well-maintained.
Week 6: Advanced First-Aid & Shock Care
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CPR/AED stations; hemorrhage control; shock position drills
Detailed Explanation
In week six, students will rotate through stations to practice CPR and use Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs). They will learn different methods for controlling hemorrhage and the correct positions for individuals in shock, providing them with essential life-saving skills.
Examples & Analogies
Consider first aid like training to be a superhero—just like a superhero rushes to help those in need, students will learn skills that can save lives, ensuring they are ready to respond effectively in emergency situations.
Week 7: Program Design & Reflection
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Chapter Content
Student teams draft comprehensive wellness/safety programme; peer review
Detailed Explanation
In the final week, students will work in teams to create a comprehensive wellness and safety program. This includes drafting their ideas based on everything learned over the previous weeks, and they will engage in peer reviews to give and receive feedback on their projects.
Examples & Analogies
Think of this week as a final group project in school where everyone combines their knowledge and skills to create something meaningful. Just like putting on a school play, each student has a role to ensure the success of the overall performance while reflecting on what they’ve learned.
Key Concepts
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Neuro-mapping: A method for recording emotional and physical sensations to understand personal emotional responses.
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Biofeedback: Utilizing devices to improve self-regulation of physiological functions.
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Eisenhower Matrix: A prioritization tool for effective time management.
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Tuckman's Stages: Framework describing the stages of group development.
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Functional Movement Screen: A tool to assess risk of injury through movement evaluation.
Examples & Applications
Keeping a neuro-mapping journal to identify how physical sensations correlate with emotional states.
Using biofeedback to manage stress during a challenging exam by monitoring heart rate and practicing breathing techniques.
Applying the Eisenhower Matrix to prioritize homework based on urgency and importance, helping manage workload effectively.
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Rhymes
Track how you feel, with neuro-mapping's deal; understand your body, emotions revealed!
Stories
Once in a stress-filled jungle, a wise turtle used breathing techniques to calm the raging rivers of emotion around him. He became known as the 'Calm Turtle', teaching others biofeedback.
Memory Tools
B.E.A.R.: Breathe, Evaluate, Assess, Relax—steps for managing stress effectively.
Acronyms
E.I.S.E.N. for Eisenhower Matrix
Evaluate
Importance
Sort
Engage
and Next accountable tasks.
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Glossary
- Neuromapping
A journaling method where individuals record their physical sensations and link them to emotional states.
- Biofeedback
A process that involves using electronic monitoring devices to convey information about physiological processes.
- Eisenhower Matrix
A time management tool that helps prioritize tasks based on urgency and importance.
- Tuckman's Stages
The five stages of group development: Forming, Storming, Norming, Performing, and Adjourning.
- Functional Movement Screen (FMS)
A screening tool used to assess movement patterns in order to identify injury risk.
- CPR
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation; a lifesaving technique used in emergencies to restore breathing and circulation.
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