Developing a Project Plan

When you need the “zoomed‑in” view—a clear list of daily or weekly activities aligned to your Group Plan—a Project Plan is your go‑to tool. This article shows you how to go from broad objectives to fine‑tuned, activity‑by‑activity guidance, so you can deliver targeted lessons with confidence.

1. What Is a Project Plan?

• Short‑cycle focus: Ideal for one‑week sprints or specific modules within a larger unit.
• Activity granularity: Specifies each task, materials needed, time estimate and learning objective.
• Learner and Group Profile alignment: Integrates learner and group profile goals ensuring inclusive practice.

2. Why Use a Project Plan?

• Laser focus: Breaks down broader goals into actionable steps.
• Flexibility: Easily adjust the number of days or activities based on classroom pacing.
• Differentiation: Provides built‑in adaptations for varied learning needs.

3. Preparing Your Materials

Before you start, gather:

• Your finished Group Plan (to maintain consistency).
• Project timeframe (e.g., Monday–Friday, or a two‑week block).
• Desired activity count (three activities per day? Five total?).
• Specific resources (books, art supplies, tablets).
• Any Learner or support highlights (e.g., “visual schedules required,” “pair work preferred”).

4. Step‑by‑Step: Building a Project Plan

1. Open the relevant Group Plan

• Go to Plans and select your Group Plan.

2. Click “Create a Project Plan”

• At the top, find Create a Project Plan and select it.

3. Define your cycle

• Choose start/end dates or set a week‑long cycle.

4. Set number of activities

• Enter how many distinct activities you want Elina to generate: up to 10.

5. List resources & materials

• Briefly note the tools or supplies you’ll use for each activity.

6. Specify methods and activities

• Choose methods from your Group Profile or create custom methods and Add them to list.

7. Align competencies & goals

• Confirm which competencies and learning targets from the Group Plan apply to this project.

9. Click “Create a Project Plan”

• • Elina crafts a activity‑by‑activity schedule:

7. Best Practices

• Pilot & refine: Test the first day’s activity, then revisit the plan to tweak remaining days.
• Integrate reflection: Add a daily exit ticket or group discussion prompt.
• Collaborate: Share your Project Plan PDF with co‑teachers or aides.
• Archive: Save seasonal or topic‑specific projects for quick reuse next term.

By using Project Plans, you’ll bridge the gap between big ideas and concrete classroom actions, ensuring every lesson is purposeful, engaging and tailored to your students. Open your Group Plan now and click Create a Project Plan—your detailed, teacher‑ready schedule is just a few clicks away!

Updated on: 17/07/2025