Learners will learn, during this ongoing class, how to become a  better communicator by understanding themselves.  They will do this by building self-confidence after understanding the things they do or encounter every day by writing in a journal.  When they write in a journal, they learn quickly from mistakes by making journaling a simple daily habit.

Example Schedule:
Week 1 (9/1):  Why Journal?  This week we will define what a journal is to the learners.

Week 2 (9/15):  How to Journal?  This week will discuss how you will make a record of learners' thoughts, feelings, and experiences every day.

Week 3 (9/22): Journaling in What Format?  This week we will discuss the different formats for learners' journals.

Week 4 (9/29):  How to Schedule Journaling?  This week learners will learn how to schedule a time for journaling.

Week 5:(10/6):  How do you define your goals?  This week you will define your goals for different things learners want to do in their schedule.

Week 6 (10/13): What is important? This week learners will learn how to prioritize what is important to the learners.



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