1. Creating a plan

2. How to create an initial plan Looking at timing What checkpoints are

3. Initial Plan with suitable headings A list of all the main and sub tasks in order A start and end date for each task Is the work classwork or homework? 5 teacher checkpoints Use of colours Clear layout

4. 1. List all the Main tasks (Major pieces) in order you will do them 2. Breakdown the Main task into Sub tasks - (these are the little jobs you need to do to complete the main task) 3. Enter main task Dates (start & finish estimates) 4. Indicate what you will do in Class & for Homework 5. Assign Resources needed for each task to be carried out (e.g. scanner, digital camera etc) 6. Enter suitable Check Points with your teacher (to check work)

5. Save the initial plan template to your Planning folder Use the DIDA website to work out the Main & Sub Tasks.

6. Use the Planning Checklist to work out how long to give each main task. – It’s only an Estimate, don’t worry about getting it wrong. – State when you have started and finished a main task