Goal Challenge
Practice taking 5 deep breaths when I feel angry or nervous.
Physical, Emotional or Social goal?
Emotional Goal
What does the “S” in SMART stand for?
Specific
Which goal is more specific: “Get better at math” or “Raise my math grade to an 85%”?
“Raise my math grade to an 85%.”
What should you do first when setting a goal?
Decide what you want to accomplish.
What is something you want to accomplish called?
A goal.
"Getting better grades in school" Wish or a goal?
Wish
What does the “M” in SMART stand for?
Measurable
Which part of SMART makes it possible to track your progress?
Measurable.
What is one action you can take to move closer to your goal called?
Actionable Step
What part of SMART requires a deadline?
Time Bound
Drink 6-8 glasses of water each day
Physical, Emotional or Social goal?
Physical
What does the “A” in SMART stand for?
Achievable
“I will read 20 pages every night for one month.” Which part of SMART is shown by “for one month”?
Time-bound.
Resolve disagreements by talking calmly instead of arguing. Physical, Emotional or Social goal?
Social
What type of goal can usually be accomplished in a few weeks?
A short-term goal.
Make this goal more Specific & Measurable: I want to get in better shape”
“I will exercise for 30 minutes, 3 days a week, for the next month.”
What does the “R” in SMART stand for?
Relevant
“I will practice basketball for 30 minutes, three times a week.” Which part of SMART makes this goal easy to track?
Measurable.
If your goal is to improve your grades, name one action step you could take.
Study regularly, complete homework, review notes, or ask for help.
What type of goal may take months or even years to accomplish?
A long-term goal.
A student wants to improve their test scores. Their goal is: “I will raise my science test average from 75% to 85% by the end of the quarter by studying 20 minutes each school night and asking my teacher for help when I need it. I will track progress in a log book. ”Is this a SMART goal and why?
It is Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound.
What does the “T” in SMART stand for?
Time Bound
“I will become the best basketball player in the world by practicing 2 hours a day, 3 days a week by next week.” “What part of SMART does this goal fail to meet?”
Achievable
You planned to study for 30 minutes every night, but your plan isn't working. What should you do?
Review the plan, figure out what isn't working, and adjust your strategy.
Why is it helpful to break a large goal into smaller steps?
It makes the goal easier to manage and accomplish