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Goal-Setting for Success

Lesson Plan

Goal-Setting for Success

Introduction to S.M.A.R.T goals

This lesson introduces students to the concept of S.M.A.R.T goals—Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound. Students will engage in a discussion, watch a pertinent video, and participate in a collaborative activity to create their own S.M.A.R.T goals. This lesson is crucial for helping students understand how to set clear and attainable goals, which is a key skill for personal and academic growth.

Audience

7th Grade Health Students

Time

45 minutes

Approach

Active Learning, Collaborative Learning

Materials

Whiteboard and markers, 'Daily Habits That Can Make A Better Person' video, Discussion Questions, S.M.A.R.T Goals Worksheet, Exit Ticket, and Translated materials in Spanish and Portuguese

Step 1

Introduction

5 mins

  • Greet students and provide a brief overview of the lesson objectives.
  • Explain that they will learn about S.M.A.R.T goals and why setting clear goals is important.

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  • Greeting and Overview of Lesson Objectives
  • Introduction to S.M.A.R.T Goals and Importance

Step 2

Video Viewing

7 mins

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  • Video: 'Daily Habits That Can Make A Better Person'
  • Focus on Goal-Setting Mentioned in the Video
  • Play Video

Step 3

Discussion

10 mins

  • Ask students to share their thoughts on the video.
  • Lead a discussion using the provided questions to help them connect the video's content with S.M.A.R.T goals.
  • Use the whiteboard to jot down key points from the discussion.

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  • Discussion on Video
    • Share Thoughts
    • Connect Content with S.M.A.R.T Goals
    • Key Points on Whiteboard

Step 4

Activity - Creating S.M.A.R.T Goals

15 mins

  • Distribute the S.M.A.R.T goals worksheet to students.
  • Have students work in small groups to create S.M.A.R.T goals. Provide examples if needed.
  • Walk around and assist groups as they work on their goals.
  • Ask each group to share one S.M.A.R.T goal they created.

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  • Activity: Creating S.M.A.R.T Goals in Groups
  • Distribute Worksheets
  • Group Work and Assistance
  • Sharing S.M.A.R.T Goals

Step 5

Exit Ticket

5 mins

  • Hand out the exit ticket to each student.
  • Ask them to write down one S.M.A.R.T goal they plan to set for themselves and explain why it's important to them.
  • Collect the exit tickets to assess understanding.

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  • Exit Ticket
  • Write Down a Personal S.M.A.R.T Goal and Its Importance
  • Collect and Assess Understanding

Step 6

Closure

3 mins

  • Summarize the key points of the lesson.
  • Encourage students to start thinking about their personal and academic goals and how they can be S.M.A.R.T.
  • Preview the next lesson where they will create their personal S.M.A.R.T goals.

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  • Summary of Key Points
  • Encouragement for Personal and Academic S.M.A.R.T Goals
  • Preview of Next Lesson
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Discussion

Discussion Questions

A set of questions designed to facilitate a discussion about the importance of setting achievable goals and how the video content relates to S.M.A.R.T goals.

What is one habit mentioned in the video that you think is important? Why?

Encourage students to think about the practical benefits of the habits discussed.







How can setting goals help you improve in school or your personal life?

Guide students to connect goal-setting with positive outcomes in their lives.







Why is it important to set 'achievable' goals?

Help students understand the concept of realistic goal-setting to avoid frustration and encourage success.







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Worksheet

S.M.A.R.T Goals Worksheet

A worksheet for students to practice creating their own S.M.A.R.T goals collaboratively.

Write a specific goal you want to achieve.

Make it clear and specific, e.g., 'I want to improve my math grade.'







How will you measure your progress?

Describe how you'll track your progress, e.g., 'I'll complete my math homework on time and review my grades after each test.'







Is this goal achievable? How do you know?

Ensure the goal is realistic given your circumstances, e.g., 'I have time to study after school every day.'







Why is this goal relevant to you?

Explain why this goal matters, e.g., 'Improving my math grade will help me in future classes.'







What is your time frame for achieving this goal?

Set a deadline, e.g., 'I want to see improvement by the end of this semester.'







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Quiz

Exit Ticket

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