Lesson Plan

Goal Setting Workshop Plan

Introduce 8th-grade students to effective goal setting by exploring techniques and using the SMART framework to set clear, achievable goals.

This lesson empowers students to take charge of their academic and personal growth by translating dreams into actionable, measurable objectives.

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Preparation

15 minutes

Step 1

Introduction & Overview

10 minutes

Step 2

Interactive SMART Goals Activity

25 minutes

Step 3

Group Sharing and Feedback

15 minutes

Step 4

Conclusion and Reflection

10 minutes

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Welcome: Power of Goals

Introduce the topic of goals, emphasize the importance of setting clear, achievable objectives. Ask the students if they have any personal goals and what they mean to them.

The SMART Framework

Explain the SMART framework in detail. Use visuals and examples of specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound goals. Engage the students with questions about how these elements can help in setting a realistic goal.

Examples of SMART Goals

Show a few examples of effective goals, both academic and personal. Encourage students to think of one goal they might create with the SMART framework.

Recap & Next Steps

Recap the lesson and connect the content back to the activity where students set their own goals using the SMART framework. Invite students to share their ideas and thoughts.

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Goal Setting Power

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