Jul
28
Setting goals is a life skill that can be intimidating for anyone new to the idea. However, goal setting can become an excellent tool in and out of school with practice. As with any academic endeavor, engaging students is key to helping them create and stick to their learning goals....
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Jul
28
As adults, we use calendars, mobile apps, and social support systems to help us see how far we’ve come when we strive to meet a goal. Whether we want to lose weight, meditate every day, or learn a new language, tracking our progress helps us build momentum and stay motivated....
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Jul
07
None of us is born with the ability to set and achieve goals successfully. It is a skill that must be taught and practiced. Helping students learn to set and achieve goals in school will set them up for success in academics and all areas of their lives. Goal-setting builds...
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Jun
30
Goal setting is an essential component of personal and academic growth. It gives students direction, motivation, and a sense of purpose in their educational journey. By setting clear and achievable goals, students can enhance their learning experiences, develop key skills, and experience improved outcomes. Let's explore some benefits that underscore...
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Jun
28
Setting and striving toward learning goals—both as a collective classroom and individual learners—empowers students to be active participants and take some control in their education process. Setting goals from an early age helps lay a foundation and promotes a sense of autonomy and independence. It develops decision-making, time-management, and organizational...
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Jun
14
Learning to set and achieve goals is a valuable life skill in the classroom and beyond. Many of us struggle to set goals even as adults, especially if we never learned how to do it. By teaching students at all grade levels how to set and achieve goals, we can...
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Jun
14
As educators, we strive to create meaningful learning experiences for our students. One powerful tool in our arsenal is setting individual learning goals. By tailoring learning objectives to each student's unique needs and abilities, we can foster their growth, enhance motivation, and pave the way for improved outcomes. Let's explore...
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Jun
01
Getting genuine buy-in and actively engaging students during the classroom rule-making process is critical to creating a positive and welcoming learning environment. When involved in the classroom rules ideation, refinement, and establishment process, students are more likely to respect behavioral boundaries and adhere to organized procedures daily. They'll be more...
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May
26
Of the more than 2 million students diagnosed with specific learning disabilities and receiving special education services, more than 70% experience deficits in reading. The National Center for Learning Disabilities states one in five children have learning and attention issues such as dyslexia or ADHD. Children with intellectual disabilities and...
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May
12
As an instructional coach, I want to support teachers in empowering students to take control of their own learning. As a reading specialist, I want to support teachers in creating productive and purposeful opportunities for in-class reading strategies. In this context, I’m not referring to choice reading time where students...
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