SMART plans
This letter in S.M.A.R.T. ensures the goal is clearly defined and answers the "who, what, where, when, and why."
Specific
Which school skill encourages writing down assignments, due dates, tests, and extracurricular commitments. Don't rely on memory!
Organization & time management
What is the ability to understand and share the feelings of another?
Empathy
Angela Duckworth, defines this trait as passion and perseverance for very long-term goals.
Grit
This is the broad process of consciously influencing which emotions we have, when we have them, and how we experience and express them.
Emotional Regulation
To make a goal effective, this component of S.M.A.R.T. requires the goal to be challenging yet realistic and possible to achieve.
Achievable (or Attainable)
Which study skill is being described here: "Don't just skim! Highlight, take notes in the margins, and summarize what you read in your own words."
Active Listening
What is the ability to remain driven and persevere over challenges for an extended period of time?
grit
This type of mindset believes that intelligence and talents are static and unchangeable.
fixed mindset
Taking a deep breath, going for a walk, or listening to music are examples of these strategies used to manage feelings
coping skills
This element of S.M.A.R.T. answers the question, "How will I know when the goal is accomplished?" and involves concrete criteria.
Measurable
True or False: It is helpful to write down notes as long as as detailed as possible to ensure you have all of the information on a topic at any given time.
FALSE: You don't need to write down everything the teacher says. Focus on key vocabulary, main ideas, examples, and things written on the board.
the quality of being thankful; readiness to show appreciation for and to return kindness.
When facing a tough challenge, a student using a growth mindset would say this- instead of "I can't do it."
"I can't do it YET"
What are the positive, desirable traits that define a person's best self and are associated with well-being
character strengths
A goal must relate to your broader objectives, which is addressed by this specific letter in the S.M.A.R.T. acronym.
Relevant
What practices can you do to ensure you have a healthy brain that is ready to learn?
Get enough sleep, eat healthy food, and take breaks. Your brain works best when you are rested and healthy!
What is the quality of being honest and having strong moral principles; moral uprightness?
Integrity
To be truly gritty, one must combine perseverance with this other essential element, which means having a deep interest in a specific goal.
passion
This is the regulation technique of pausing to identify and name the specific emotion you are feeling, rather than immediately reacting to it.
Labeling
This critical component of S.M.A.R.T. imposes a deadline on the goal, creating urgency and providing a target for completion.
Timely
Engagement/desire to learn
What does the acronym S.M.A.R.T stand for?
Specific
Measurable
Achievable
Relevant
Timely
The belief that the brain can grow and adapt by forming new neural connections through effort and learning is the core tenet of the growth mindset.
neuroplasticity
This regulation strategy involves changing how you think about a situation to change your emotional response, such as reframing a bad grade as a learning opportunity.
reframing