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Aim High: Goal Setting and Growth Mindset

Lesson Plan

Aim High: Goal Setting and Growth Mindset

Goal-setting-Growth Mindset

In this lesson, students will learn about the importance of setting goals and developing a growth mindset. They'll engage in a quick activity to set a personal goal and then participate in a class discussion about growth mindset and overcoming obstacles. This lesson will help students understand how to set achievable goals and foster a positive attitude towards learning and personal development.

Audience

8th Grade

Time

10 minutes

Approach

Active Learning, Collaborative Learning

Materials

Post-it notes, and Pens

Step 1

Introduction

1 minute

Begin by briefly introducing the concept of goal-setting and growth mindset. Explain that the focus of the lesson will be on how setting goals can help them achieve their dreams and how adopting a growth mindset can help them overcome challenges.

Step 2

Quick Goal-Setting Activity

3 minutes

  1. Hand out post-it notes and pens to each student.
  2. Ask students to take one minute to write down one personal goal they want to achieve in the next month. Make sure they write down something specific and achievable.
  3. After one minute, ask a few volunteers to share their goals with the class.

Step 3

Class Discussion on Growth Mindset

5 minutes

  1. Pose a question to the class: 'What is a growth mindset and why is it important?' Allow students to share their thoughts.
  2. Guide the discussion by explaining the key points of a growth mindset - believing that abilities can be developed through dedication and hard work.
  3. Ask students to think about a time when they faced a challenge but kept trying until they succeeded. Have a few students share their experiences.
  4. Conclude by reinforcing the idea that setting goals and having a growth mindset can lead to personal and academic success.

Step 4

Closure

1 minute

Summarize the key points of the lesson: the importance of setting specific, achievable goals and maintaining a growth mindset. Encourage students to apply these strategies in their daily lives and continue setting goals to achieve their dreams.

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Discussion

Growth Mindset Discussion

Guide a student discussion about growth mindset and its importance.

What is a growth mindset and why is it important?

Encourage students to share their understanding and experiences. Reinforce the idea that a growth mindset is the belief that abilities can be developed through effort and perseverance.







Can you share a time when you faced a challenge but kept trying until you succeeded?

Allow students to share personal stories. Highlight the common theme of perseverance and learning from failure.







How can setting goals help you maintain a growth mindset?

Discuss how setting specific and achievable goals provides direction and motivation, helping to maintain a positive attitude towards challenges.







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