Learning Styles
True or False: Students can use more than one learning style.
What is true?
What does the "S" in SMART stand for?
What is SPECIFIC?
Why is it important to reflect on your learning style when studying?
It is important to reflect on your learning style because if you are studying for a test, for example, and you are an auditory learner sitting and reading through your notes may not be the best way to study.
(Variations of this response are acceptable and up to teacher discretion.)
Name one real-life situation where you can apply SMART goals.
School, Friendships, Sports, Etc.
This social media app is known for short videos and viral dances.
What is TikTok?
Name one strategy a kinesthetic learner might use to improve their study habits.
Response can be anything that has to do with hands-on learning, ie: build a model, learn by doing, movement paired with studying, etc.
Give an example of a measurable goal for improving your math grade.
I will spend an extra 30 minutes, three times a week, reviewing and practicing my math homework to increase my next quiz score by 10%.
(Be sure it is measurable.)
What is one way to track progress toward a SMART goal?
SMART goal progress can be tracked using checklists, data, calendar logs, etc.
A goal that says “I will read 20 pages every night” is an example of this SMART element.
What is measurable?
The superhero who is known as “The Boy Who Lived.”
Who is Harry Potter?
What is an auditory learner's preferred method of receiving information?
What is sound and/or spoken language?
What is the purpose of making goals specific?
A goal that is specific provides clarity, direction and focus for achieving the goal.
How can understanding your learning style assist in preparing for a test or final exam?
Knowing your learning style helps you better plan how to study.
(Variations of a reasonable response are up to teacher discretion.)
This SMART element answers the question “by when?” For example: “I will memorize my 20 vocabulary words by next Friday.
What is time-bound?
This is the fastest land animal on Earth.
What is the cheetah?
How can a visual learner benefit from using diagrams in studying?
Diagrams transform (change) complex concepts into easier to understand parts, allowing visual learners to remember and apply the information later on.
How can setting a time-bound goal improve motivation?
It creates a sense of urgency to help achieve the goal by the set time.
How can you hold yourself accountable when working toward meeting your SMART goals?
Celebrate small wins, share your goal with a friend or family, reward yourself for reaching milestones, remind yourself of your goal...DAILY.
Is this a SMART goal: I want to get better at math someday. Why?
What is NOT SMART because it’s not specific or measurable?
In Stranger Things, the kids often play this popular board game.
What is Dungeons and Dragons?
The 4 categories of learning styles.
What are Auditory, Reading/Writing, Visual and Kinesthetic (hands-on)?
What does the "M" in SMART goals represent?
What is Measureable?
What are some challenges that you may face when working to achieve your SMART goal(s)?
Any of the following are acceptable answers:
-Goal is too vague
-Goal is unrealistic
-Not being able to measure progress
-Lack of planning
-Trouble with time management
-Lack of or loss of motivation
-External pressures
-Not adjusting goals to make them more attainable
Is this a SMART goal: I will practice my trumpet for 20 minutes, three times a week, until the school concert in March. Why?
What is SMART because it’s clear, measurable, realistic, and time-bound?
This planet is known as the “Red Planet.”
What is Mars?