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Conversation Advance · Module 23 · Unit 111

Time Management Techniques

C2 Proficient Upper

Learning Objectives

In today"s class, you will review the time topics we discussed and improve your everyday vocabulary.

Discussion

Direction: Answer these questions.
  1. How has your perspective on time changed this week?
  2. Are you better at prioritizing your tasks now?
  3. What is your biggest takeaway regarding time management?

New Words & Expressions

Direction: Listen and repeat these words with your teacher.

  • Prioritize

    verb

    /praɪˈɔːrətaɪz/

    Meaning:Rank importance.

    Prioritize tasks.

    Real Life Tip:

    Crucial skill.

  • Burnout

    noun

    /ˈbɜːrnaʊt/

    Meaning:Work exhaustion.

    Avoid burnout.

    Real Life Tip:

    Mental health focus.

  • Knock out

    phrasal verb

    /nɒk aʊt/

    Meaning:Finish quickly.

    Knock out work.

    Real Life Tip:

    Casual completion.

  • Time is money

    idiom

    /taɪm ɪz ˈmʌni/

    Meaning:Time is precious.

    Respect time.

    Real Life Tip:

    Common saying.

  • Flake

    slang

    /fleɪk/

    Meaning:Unreliable person.

    Be a flake.

    Real Life Tip:

    Avoid being one.

Conversation

Direction:

  • Listen carefully as your teacher reads the conversation aloud.
  • Role-play the conversation with your teacher
Kevin and Jennifer reflect on what they have learned about managing time.
  • Kevin
    This week was really helpful for our time management.
  • Jennifer
    I agree. I feel like I finally know how to prioritize.
  • Kevin
    Yes, and we can knock out tasks without the stress.

Q&A

Direction: Answer the questions based on the conversation.
  1. What does Jennifer feel better at doing?
  2. What is the saying they remind each other of?
  3. What do they want to avoid?

Exercise

Direction: Choose the correct answer to complete each sentence, then read it aloud. Each question gives you 5 Points.

  1. What is punctuality?

  2. What is burnout?

  3. I need to ____ out this task.

  4. Time is ____.

  5. do / not / a / be / flake

  6. tasks / must / I / prioritize

Ask Your Teacher

Direction: Ask your teacher these questions.
  1. What has been the most useful lesson on time?
  2. How will you apply these techniques next week?
  3. What is your plan to avoid burnout?

Your Time To Speak

Direction: Answer using the language you have learned in this lesson. Talk about yourself!
  1. How do I combine all these techniques?
  2. Is there a perfect daily schedule?
  3. How do I stay motivated?
  4. What if my plans change?
  5. How do I track my progress?
  6. What is the most important lesson you learned?
  7. How can I share these tips with friends?
  8. Are there more advanced time techniques?
  9. How do I measure my success?
  10. What is the best way to keep improving?
Jennifer
Exactly. No more slacking or becoming a flake.
  • Kevin
    Remember, time is money. We have to be smart.
  • Jennifer
    And we must avoid burnout at all costs.
  • Kevin
    We are getting much better at this.
  • Jennifer
    We sure are. Let us keep it up!