Lesson Plan

Future You: Goal Setting and Personal Growth

Students will reflect on their current progress and set achievable, personalized future goals through guided self-assessment and peer discussions.

This lesson fosters self-awareness and proactive planning, helping students understand their strengths and outline steps to achieve their long-term aspirations.

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Preparation

10 minutes

Step 1

Introduction and Reflection

10 minutes

Step 2

Guided Goal-Setting Exercise

20 minutes

Step 3

Peer Discussion and Feedback

15 minutes

Step 4

Wrap-Up and Reflection

5 minutes

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Slide Deck

Future You: Goal Setting and Personal Growth

Welcome slide to introduce the session. Mention that today’s session is all about reflecting on personal progress and setting goals for the future. Highlight that these slides will guide the discussion and activities.

Why Set Goals?

Explain the importance of self-awareness in achieving goals. Ask students to think about key personal achievements they've experienced so far.

Characteristics of Effective Goals

Illustrate what makes a goal effective. Provide examples of both short-term and long-term goals, and describe characteristics like specificity and measurability.

Your Personal Goals

Guide the students through an exercise where they articulate one short-term and one long-term goal using the criteria discussed. Remind them to think about steps required to achieve each goal.

Peer Discussion

Set up the group discussion. Encourage each student to share one of their goals and to provide supportive, constructive feedback to their peers.

Wrap-Up & Reflection

Wrap up the session with key takeaways and encouragement to revisit their goals. Remind students that goal setting is an ongoing process.

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