Goal Setting Adventure

Jeremy Vagos

Tier 3

Lesson Plan

Goal Setting Adventure

How to Set Goals

This lesson introduces 8th-grade students to the concept of goal setting through personalized learning. Students will engage in individual activities to understand the importance of setting achievable goals and the steps involved in the process. This lesson is crucial as it equips students with essential life skills that promote personal growth and academic success.

Audience

8th Grade Students

Time

40 minutes

Approach

Collaborative Learning

Materials

Goal Setting Worksheet, Discussion Questions, Pens, and Whiteboard

Step 1

Introduction

5 mins

Begin with a brief discussion on what goals are and why they are important.
Ask students to share any goals they have set in the past.

Step 2

Individual Activity: Goal Setting Worksheet

10 mins

Provide each student with a Goal Setting Worksheet.
Instruct students to individually fill out the worksheet, focusing on setting a specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound (SMART) goal.
Offer guidance and support as needed.

Step 3

Interactive Role-Playing

10 mins

Have students role-play scenarios where they work towards achieving their goals.
Encourage them to think about potential challenges and how they might overcome them.

Step 4

Collaborative Brainstorming

10 mins

Facilitate a brainstorming session where students share ideas on overcoming obstacles to their goals.
Use the whiteboard to jot down strategies and solutions.

Step 5

Closure

5 mins

Summarize key points from the activities and discussion.
Encourage students to apply the goal-setting techniques in their personal and academic lives.

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Discussion

Goal Setting Discussion

A guided discussion to help students reflect on the goal-setting process and share their insights.

What challenges did you face while setting your goal?

Encourage students to think about difficulties in defining or planning their goals.

How can setting goals help you in your academic and personal life?

Guide students to consider the benefits of having clear objectives and plans.

What strategies can you use to stay motivated towards achieving your goals?

Discuss techniques like breaking goals into smaller steps or rewarding progress.

Worksheet

Goal Setting Worksheet

A worksheet designed to help students individually set and plan a SMART goal.

Define a specific goal you want to achieve.

Think about what exactly you want to accomplish.

How will you measure your progress towards this goal?

Consider what indicators will show you are on track.

Is this goal achievable? Why or why not?

Discuss the resources and time you have available.

Why is this goal relevant to you?

Reflect on how this goal aligns with your values or needs.

What is the timeline for achieving this goal?

Set a realistic deadline for your goal.