Mapping Your Journey

Delilah Kelly

Tier 1

Lesson Plan

Mapping Your Journey

Goal-setting and self-evaluation

In this lesson, students will create a personal progress map to identify and chart their academic and personal growth. This activity encourages students to set goals and evaluate their progress, fostering self-awareness and motivation. By reflecting on their achievements and areas for improvement, students will develop a clearer understanding of their personal journey and how to navigate future challenges.

Audience

10th to 12th Grade Students

Time

1 hour

Approach

Goal-setting and self-evaluation

Materials

Personal Progress Mapping Worksheet, Discussion Guide, Pens and Paper, and Markers

Step 1

Introduction

10 mins

Begin with a brief discussion on the importance of self-evaluation and goal-setting.
Explain the concept of a personal progress map and how it can help in tracking growth.

Step 2

Creating the Progress Map

20 mins

Distribute the Personal Progress Mapping Worksheet.
Instruct students to identify key areas of their academic and personal life they wish to track.
Guide them to set specific, measurable goals for each area.

Step 3

Reflection and Sharing

20 mins

Have students reflect on their progress and write down their thoughts.
Encourage students to share their maps and reflections with a partner or small group.
Facilitate a class discussion using the Discussion Guide.

Step 4

Closure

10 mins

Summarize the key points discussed.
Encourage students to regularly update their progress maps.
Remind them of the importance of continuous self-evaluation and goal-setting.

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Worksheet

Personal Progress Mapping Worksheet

This worksheet helps students identify key areas of growth and set specific goals. It includes sections for academic and personal goals, as well as space for reflection.

List three academic areas you want to improve.

Consider subjects or skills you find challenging.

List three personal goals you want to achieve.

Think about hobbies, relationships, or personal development.

What steps will you take to achieve these goals?

Outline specific actions you can take.

Reflect on your progress so far. What have you learned?

Consider both successes and areas for improvement.

Discussion

Discussion Guide

This guide facilitates a class discussion on personal growth and goal-setting. It includes questions to help students reflect on their progress and share insights with peers.

Why is it important to set personal and academic goals?

Discuss how goals provide direction and motivation.

How can self-evaluation help in achieving your goals?

Explore the role of reflection in recognizing strengths and areas for improvement.

What challenges might you face in reaching your goals, and how can you overcome them?

Encourage students to think about potential obstacles and strategies to address them.