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This quiz provides an opportunity to review the elements of SMART goals. Please select one or more appropriate answers

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1.

In the following goal, which element/s are NOT consistent with the SMART goals format? "Student X will not dominate the conversation in classroom discussions 90% of the time by the end of term."
- A.
  
  Specific
- B.
  
  Measurable
- C.
  
  Achievable
- D.
  
  Relevant
- E.
  
  Timed
- F.
  
  All elements are SMART
Correct Answer
A. Specific

Explanation
This goal is not specific: The goal needs to detail a positive, observable skill the student will demonstrate e.g. take turns in classroom discussion, raise hand when has something to contribute.

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2.

In the following goal, which element/s are NOT consistent with the SMART goals format? "Student X will alert teachers if his hearing aids and/or FM Unit is not working 90% of the time by the end of term 3."
- A.
  
  Specific
- B.
  
  Measurable
- C.
  
  Achievable
- D.
  
  Relevant
- E.
  
  Timed
- F.
  
  All elements are SMART
Correct Answer
F. All elements are SMART

Explanation
The given goal is specific because it clearly states that Student X will alert teachers if his hearing aids and/or FM Unit is not working. It is measurable because it includes a specific target of 90% of the time. It is achievable because it is within the control of Student X to alert teachers. It is relevant because it addresses the issue of the hearing aids and FM Unit not working. It is timed because it specifies that the goal should be achieved by the end of term 3. Therefore, all elements of the goal are consistent with the SMART goals format.

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3.

Which of these behaviours is 'specific' and observable i.e. clearly identifies the skill or behaviour required to indicate successful achievement of a goal? Please select all that apply.
- A.
  
  A will raise his hand before contributing to class discussions
- B.
  
  B will not call out in class
- C.
  
  C will orally define 10 key words specific to Food Preparation
- D.
  
  D will stay focussed during silent reading
- E.
  
  E will become more confident in unexpected situations
- F.
  
  F will increase skills in reading comprehension
- G.
  
  G will say the 3 main steps of a task
- H.
  
  H will write 2 grammatically correct sentences in diary writing
- I.
  
  J will participate in whole class activities
- J.
  
  K will explain the water cycle through an oral presentation with associated illustrations
Correct Answer(s)
A. A will raise his hand before contributing to class discussions
C. C will orally define 10 key words specific to Food Preparation
G. G will say the 3 main steps of a task
H. H will write 2 grammatically correct sentences in diary writing
J. K will explain the water cycle through an oral presentation with associated illustrations

Explanation
You need to be able to judge whether the student has achieved the goal. Focus on a specific, observable, strength-based skill or behaviour.

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4.

In the following goal, which element/s are NOT consistent with the SMART goals format? "Student X will increase her knowledge of common words during literacy sessions 85% of the time by the end of term 3."
- A.
  
  Specific
- B.
  
  Measurable
- C.
  
  Achievable
- D.
  
  Relevant
- E.
  
  Timed
- F.
  
  All elements are SMART
Correct Answer(s)
A. Specific
B. Measurable

Explanation
This goal is not specific or measurable.
Does "knowledge of common words" relate to written or spoken words, understanding or using words?
How can you measure "increase.. 85% of the time"?

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5.

Which of these is an example of a SMART goal? Please select all that apply.
- A.
  
  A) Student will increase comprehension of Level 15 books by the end of term.
- B.
  
  B) Student will sit on a small chair to join in singing and action games for 5 minutes during group time activities by the end of Term 3.
- C.
  
  C) Student will read a Level 25 text at a rate of 100 words per minute and 96% words read accurately by the end of term.
- D.
  
  D) Student will develop an understanding of time concepts after 6 weeks of intervention.
- E.
  
  E) Student will contribute to class discussions more confidently 50% of the time by the end of term.
- F.
  
  F) Student will orally define 10 unknown words selected from the first five pages of 'Tomorrow When the War Began' by the end of week 3, term 2.
- G.
  
  G) Student will stay focussed during slient reading 4 out of 5 days by the end of term.
- H.
  
  H) Student will count the number of syllables in spoken words with 90% accuracy after 4 weeks of intervention.
- I.
  
  I) Student will raise his hand when needing teacher assistance in the clasroom, 75% of the time after 6 weeks of intervention.
- J.
  
  J) Student will not get angry when provoked in the playground.
Correct Answer(s)
B. B) Student will sit on a small chair to join in singing and action games for 5 minutes during group time activities by the end of Term 3.
C. C) Student will read a Level 25 text at a rate of 100 words per minute and 96% words read accurately by the end of term.
F. F) Student will orally define 10 unknown words selected from the first five pages of 'Tomorrow When the War Began' by the end of week 3, term 2.
H. H) Student will count the number of syllables in spoken words with 90% accuracy after 4 weeks of intervention.
I. I) Student will raise his hand when needing teacher assistance in the clasroom, 75% of the time after 6 weeks of intervention.

Explanation
a) not specific or measurable
d) not specific or measurable
e) not specific - contribute in what way? how do you observe confidence?
g) not specific - how do you know if the student has stayed focussed?
j) not specific, measurable or timed.

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Smart Goals For Tutors

In the following goal, which element/s are NOT consistent with the SMART goals format? "Student X will not dominate the conversation in classroom discussions 90% of the time by the end of term."

In the following goal, which element/s are NOT consistent with the SMART goals format? "Student X will alert teachers if his hearing aids and/or FM Unit is not working 90% of the time by the end of term 3."

Which of these behaviours is 'specific' and observable i.e. clearly identifies the skill or behaviour required to indicate successful achievement of a goal? Please select all that apply.

In the following goal, which element/s are NOT consistent with the SMART goals format? "Student X will increase her knowledge of common words during literacy sessions 85% of the time by the end of term 3."

Which of these is an example of a SMART goal? Please select all that apply.