SMART Goals for Success

Bridget Yurgel

Tier 1

Lesson Plan

SMART Goals for Success

Understand and set SMART goals

This lesson introduces students to the SMART goal framework, helping them set realistic and achievable personal and academic objectives. By learning to set SMART goals, students can better visualize their progress and stay motivated, which is crucial for their personal development and academic success.

Audience

Grades 9 & 10

Time

35 minutes

Approach

Understand and set SMART goals

Materials

SMART Goals Worksheet, Reflection Discussion Guide, Pens, and Paper

Step 1

Introduction to SMART Goals

5 mins

Briefly explain the concept of SMART goals (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound).
Share examples of SMART goals vs. vague goals.

Step 2

SMART Goals Worksheet Activity

15 mins

Distribute the SMART Goals Worksheet.
Guide students to think of one personal and one academic goal.
Encourage them to use the SMART criteria to refine their goals.

Step 3

Group Discussion and Sharing

10 mins

Use the Reflection Discussion Guide to facilitate a group discussion.
Encourage students to share their goals and provide feedback to peers.
Discuss the importance of setting realistic and achievable goals.

Step 4

Closure and Reflection

5 mins

Ask students to reflect on how setting SMART goals can impact their motivation and success.
Encourage them to revisit and adjust their goals as needed.

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Worksheet

SMART Goals Worksheet

This worksheet helps students create and refine their personal and academic goals using the SMART framework.

Write down one personal goal you want to achieve.

Think about something you want to improve or accomplish in your personal life.

Write down one academic goal you want to achieve.

Consider a subject or skill you want to improve in school.

Make your personal goal SMART by specifying each component (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound).

Break down your goal into the SMART criteria.

Make your academic goal SMART by specifying each component (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound).

Break down your goal into the SMART criteria.

Discussion

Reflection Discussion Guide

This guide facilitates a discussion on the importance of setting SMART goals and how they can help students stay motivated and achieve success.

Why is it important to set specific and measurable goals?

Discuss how specific and measurable goals provide clarity and a way to track progress.

How can setting achievable and relevant goals impact your motivation?

Explore how realistic goals can boost confidence and keep students engaged.

What is the benefit of having a time-bound goal?

Talk about how deadlines can create a sense of urgency and help prioritize tasks.