The lesson plan aims to teach students about motivation as part of the directing function of management. It begins with an introductory activity where students discuss role models and how they were influenced. They then form groups to further discuss ideas and details about motivation, focusing on its features and need. Finally, students explain their understanding of the meaning and features of motivation. The key points covered are that motivation is stimulating people to accomplish goals, creates job satisfaction, and is necessary with features that enable organizations to achieve their objectives.