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Homeroom Guidance
Quarter 1 – Module 1: My
Study Plan, My Guide
Homeroom Guidance Self-learning Module – Grade 7
Quarter 1 Module 1: My Study Plan, My Guide 2020
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 Homeroom Guidance Grade 7
Quarter 1 – Module 1:
My Study Plan, My Guide

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pandemyang nararanasan ng buong mundo. Sa gitna nito, ang Department of
Education ay kaisa ng inyong tahanan upang maipagpatuloy ang edukasyon ng lahat ng
mag-aaral sa buong Pilipinas. Dalawa sa mga pamamaraang ito ang paghahanda ng
Leaning Continuity Plan at ng Most Essential Learning Competencies (MELCs). Sa
taong ito, inihanda ang Homeroom Guidance During Crisis MELCs na naglalayong
matulungan ang inyong mga anak upang maipagpatuloy ang pagkatuto sa kabila ng mga
pagbabagong dulot ng pandemya. Ang Homeroom Guidance (HG) ay naglalayong
maituro ang mga kasanayan sa buhay o life skills sa pamamagitan ng self-learning
modules. Nakatuon ito sa tatlong mahahahalagang domeyn—ang academic, personal-
social at career development. Binigyang-pokus sa Homeroom Guidance MELCs ang
mga gawaing makatutulong sa lahat ng mga mag-aaral na magkaroon ng Rasyunal na
Pag-iisip (Rational Thinking), Malusog/Maayos na Pagkilos (Healthy Behavior) at
Positibong Disposisyon (Positive Disposition) na higit na kailangan sa panahong ito.
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mga inaasahang gawain at higit sa lahat, matutuhan ang mga kasanayan sa buhay na
kailangan nilang taglayin sa yugtong ito.
 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 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 including your answers to the processing
questions after the table.
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.

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Reference
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Atsiya siahi, Evans and Julius K. Maiyo. Study of the Relationships Between Study Habits and
Academic Achievement of Students: A Case of Spicer Higher Secondary School, India.
International Journal of Educational Administration and Policy Studies. Volume 7 (7), 2015.

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