Isn't it so true that EVERY moment matters? Sure, we all have days where we've felt less effective than others, but I've found that setting goals for myself helps me make meaning to my lessons!
Just as I have goals for myself as a teacher, I need to display clear, precise goals for my students. As soon as they know what's expected of them, they are more likely to work towards that goal. Also, don't set the bar too low. Give your kids a lot of credit and praise and they will work hard to please you and fulfill themselves!
One simple way that I set goals for my students is by using a bulletin board to display the goals. Because my students can't read yet, we discuss the goals together. This is a positive way to begin and end the week. Some goals stay up for weeks at a time, while others are interchanged throughout the school year. And lastly, a goal board similar to mine is a great way for your Administrator, Guest Teacher, Title Teacher, etc. to know what you are working on that week.
Here are pictures of the Goal Board in my classroom. Thank you to Renee and Lisa for finding these goals and giving them to me! :)
I challenge to to post, write, or even discuss goals with your class next week. Don't forget to follow up every now and then and watch as students shine when they've met a goal that you posted!
~Alissa
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