Goal Setting for Success

Jade Hodge

Tier 1

Lesson Plan

Goal Setting for Success

Set and achieve personal and academic goals

This lesson aims to help teenagers understand and practice goal-setting techniques, which are essential for both personal and academic success. Through practical exercises and discussions, students will learn how to create SMART goals and develop action plans to achieve them. This lesson is important because it empowers youth to take control of their future, improving their confidence and motivation.

Audience

Teens (Ages 13-18)

Time

1 hour

Approach

Set and achieve personal and academic goals

Materials

Whiteboard and markers, Pens and paper, Goal Setting Worksheet, and Discussion Questions

Step 1

Introduction

10 mins

Welcome students and briefly introduce the topic of goal setting.
Explain the importance of setting goals for personal and academic success.
Ask students if they have ever set a goal before and what their experience was like.

Step 2

What is a SMART Goal?

10 mins

Introduce the SMART criteria for goal setting (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound).
Provide examples of SMART goals and non-SMART goals.
Engage students in a brief discussion about why each criterion is important.

Step 3

Creating Personal SMART Goals

20 mins

Distribute the 'Goal Setting Worksheet' to each student.
Guide students through the process of creating their own SMART goals using the worksheet.
Encourage them to think about both personal and academic goals.
Circulate the room to offer assistance as needed.

Step 4

Action Plan Development

10 mins

Explain the importance of having an action plan to achieve goals.
Discuss key components of an action plan (steps to take, resources needed, potential obstacles, and solutions).
Ask students to add an action plan to their SMART goals on the worksheet.

Step 5

Group Discussion

10 mins

Engage students in a group discussion using the 'Discussion Questions' attachment.
Encourage students to share their goals and action plans.
Facilitate a supportive and motivating environment.

Discussion

Goal Setting Discussion

A guided discussion to help students reflect on their goals, understand obstacles, and support each other in achieving their goals.

What is one personal or academic goal you have set for yourself?

Encourage students to share their goals and explain why they chose them. Discuss how these goals can impact their future.

What challenges do you think you might face while trying to achieve your goal?

Help students identify potential obstacles and brainstorm possible solutions. Discuss the importance of perseverance and adaptability.

How can we support each other in achieving our goals?

Foster a sense of community and teamwork. Discuss strategies for peer support and accountability.

Worksheet

Goal Setting Worksheet

A practical worksheet to help students create their own SMART goals and develop action plans to achieve them.

What is your goal? (Be Specific)

For example, 'I want to improve my math grade from a C to a B.'

How will you measure your progress?

Consider metrics or indicators that will help you track your progress.

Is your goal achievable? How?

Think about steps and resources needed to reach your goal.

Why is this goal relevant to you?

Explain how achieving this goal will benefit you personally or academically.

What is the time frame for achieving your goal?

Set a specific deadline to keep yourself on track.

What steps will you take to achieve your goal?

List actions and milestones that will help you reach your goal.

What resources or support will you need?

Consider people, materials, and other resources that will be helpful.

What obstacles might you face, and how can you overcome them?

Identify potential challenges and brainstorm solutions.