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FLEX Life Ready Essential Life Skills for Young Learners Pt 1 8W3

Part 1 of 2. Life-Ready is a two part 8 week online class designed to equip young learners with essential life skills that they need before leaving the family home.
Explosive Learning Jo Reynolds Life Skill Teachers
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What's included

8 pre-recorded lessons
8 weeks
of teacher support
1 year access
to the content
Homework
1 hour per week. After watching each pre-recorded video and completing the homework assignments, students will receive feedback and the specific next steps on how to improve or adapt. Homework assignments will include individual and group projects that should take about 30 mins per week.
Assessment
Learner progress will be assessed through homework assignments, class projects, and teacher feedback.

Class Experience

US Grade 10 - 12
Part 1

In this 2 part 8-week class, students will learn essential life skills necessary for adulthood. The class will be divided into the following weeks and topics:

Week 1: Goal Setting and Time Management
Learn how to set SMART goals and develop effective time management strategies to balance priorities and achieve success.

Week 2: Financial Literacy
Understand budgeting, saving, and investing to achieve financial stability and independence.

Week 3: Critical Thinking and Problem Solving
Develop critical thinking skills to analyse situations, identify problems, and apply effective solutions.

Week 4: Effective Communication
Master verbal and non-verbal communication techniques to convey ideas clearly and confidently in various settings.

Week 5: Digital Citizenship
Learn the importance of responsible online behaviour, digital privacy, and internet safety.

Week 6: Conflict Resolution
Develop conflict resolution skills to effectively navigate disagreements and maintain healthy relationships.

Week 7: Self-Care and Wellbeing
Explore strategies for managing stress, mindfulness, and maintaining mental and emotional health.

Week 8: Leadership and Teamwork
Learn how to motivate, inspire, and collaborate with others to achieve common goals.

By the end of the class, students will have a solid foundation of essential life skills to help them navigate the challenges of adulthood with confidence and resilience. The flexible schedule allows learners to watch pre-recorded videos and complete homework at a time that is convenient for them, with weekly guidance and feedback from the instructor. This course requires no prior experience. Enrol now and get ready to become LifeReady!

The flexible schedule (Recorded Flex Class) allows your learners to watch the pre-recorded videos and do them at a time that is FUN for them! You can also spend extra time on the topics your child is most interested in. Since this is a flex class with no live meetings, students can log in at a convenient time to complete the week's lesson. We will be going through each week as a group and I will post the lesson weekly (depending on which day you started).

The videos will contain the information required to give students a good understanding of each topic and each one will include homework for the students to undertake during the week, as part of a project. 

After watching each video and completing the homework assignments, students will be provided with feedback and the specific next steps on how to improve or adapt. 
Time frame for the Week:
Mondays - The teacher will post the information needed for the week. Students can submit questions.
Tuesdays - Wednesday - The teacher can answer any questions pertaining to the topic of the week.  The students will need to complete any homework assignments and answer any questions in the discussion.
Thursday - Students need to have all tasks completed and uploaded in the classroom for teacher feedback and discussion. Students will discuss it among themselves.
Friday - The teacher will provide feedback to the class and individual students.
Saturday - Sunday - The teacher will be available to answer any questions that the students may have for the week or the next week.

Please note:
This course requires no prior experience.

*For parents/families who feel their child would benefit from this course, but their budget does not allow for it, I do offer a number of discounts for families of lower income. Please message me with the course, dates and times you are interested in to learn more about the discounts I might be able to offer.
Learning Goals
Throughout the class, students will learn important life skills, including goal setting and time management, financial literacy, critical thinking and problem solving, effective communication, digital citizenship, conflict resolution, self-care and well-being, leadership and teamwork, entrepreneurship and innovation, health and nutrition, career readiness, community engagement, creativity and innovation, resilience and adaptability, ethics and morality, and home management.
learning goal

Syllabus

8 Lessons
over 8 Weeks
Lesson 1:
Goal Setting and Time Management
 Learn how to set SMART goals and develop time management strategies to balance priorities. 
Lesson 2:
Financial Literacy
 Understand the essentials of budgeting, saving, and investing for financial stability. 
Lesson 3:
Critical Thinking and Problem Solving
 Develop the skills to analyze situations, identify problems, and find effective solutions. 
Lesson 4:
Effective Communication
 Master techniques for clear and confident communication in various settings. 

Other Details

Parental Guidance
This class does not require any specific content warnings or safety precautions. However, parents should be aware that some topics covered in the class, such as ethics and morality, may prompt discussions and questions that require careful handling.
Supply List
Learners will not need any special supplies for this class.
Language of Instruction
English
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelor's Degree in Science from Brighton University UK
Jo Reynolds BSc Money Business Video Games YouTube
Our instructor, Jo, brings a unique set of skills and experience to the table, making him the ideal teacher for this course on essential life skills for teens. With over 20 years of teaching experience, Jo has a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science and a passion for teaching various subjects to learners of all ages. Additionally, he has worked as a martial arts expert and has performed around the world with various circus teams, showcasing his many talents, including bubbleology, staff spinning, juggling, and stilt walking.

As a successful serial entrepreneur, Jo has a wealth of knowledge in financial management and investment portfolio management, making him an expert in identifying and seizing opportunities.  Throughout his university education, Jo took various classes related to the topics covered in this 16-week course, further enhancing his expertise in essential life skills. Jo's diverse background and extensive experience make him the ideal instructor for this course, designed to equip students with the necessary skills and knowledge to successfully navigate the challenges of adulthood.

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