Lesson Plan
Aim High: SMART Goals
Students will learn the SMART goal-setting framework aligned to CASL W2 and SL1 by analyzing real-life and academic examples, collaborating to identify SMART elements, and drafting their own clear, measurable academic goals.
Effective goal-setting boosts motivation, planning, and achievement. This lesson equips 12th graders with lifelong skills in self-reflection, writing informative statements, and engaging in collaborative discussions, ensuring they can set actionable goals for academic and personal growth.
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Prep
Prepare Materials
10 minutes
Step 1
Warm-Up Discussion
5 minutes
Step 2
Introduce SMART Framework
10 minutes
Step 3
Guided Analysis
10 minutes
Step 4
Independent Drafting
12 minutes
Step 5
Share & Reflect
8 minutes

Slide Deck
Aim High: SMART Goals
Learning Objectives
What Is a SMART Goal?
S: Specific
M: Measurable
A: Achievable
R: Relevant
T: Time-bound
Putting It All Together

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