SMART Goals
For this assignment, you will work on setting goals for yourself using the SMART method. You will find an explanation of this method in the module that will guide you in your goal-setting process. You will list a minimum of five professional goals that you would like to accomplish during the clinical experience in this term. For each goal, you must provide an explanation of how the goal is representative of each of the SMART characteristics: Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Realistic, Timely. Be sure to answer the following questions for each goal summary: Can you measure it? Is it attainable? Is it realistic? What is the time frame you have set for completing that goal?
Format: Each goal summary should be at least 100 words – totaling 500 words for this assignment (added to the speaker notes). The presentation is original work and logically organized, formatted, and cited in the current APA style, including citation of references. The presentation should consist of 10-15 slides (excluding the introduction and reference page).
How to Format a PowerPoint Presentation in APA StyleLinks to an external site.
Goodwin University. (2019, October). APA style – 7th edition. https://goodwin.libguides.com/c.php?g=29109&p=7298502
Grading Rubric
Your assignment will be graded according to the grading rubric.
SMART
Goals Rubric
Criteria
Ratings
Points
Specific
To set a specific goal you must answer the 6 Ws:
Who? Who is involved?
What? What would I like to accomplish?
Where? Where is this happening?
When? When do I start/finish?
Which? Identify requirements and constraints
Why? Why am I doing this? Specific reasons, purpose or benefits!
Exemplary
– 6-8 points
The goal is personal
and identifies areas of weakness in clinical practice. The goal is detailed
and clearly focused on the specific skills, behaviors, and/or knowledge
outlined in the course objectives.
Distinguished
– 4-5 points
The goal is personal
and identifies areas of weakness in clinical practice. There is a lack of
focus and detail on the specific skills, behaviors, and/or knowledge outlined
in the course objectives.
Developing
– 1-3 points
The goal is personal
and identifies areas of weakness in clinical practice. Details on the
specific skills, behaviors and/or knowledge outlined in the course objectives
are not provided.
Novice
– 0 points
The goal is general
and does not address areas of weakness in clinical practice. The goal
displays no specificity, is general and vague.
8 points
Measurable
Goals may have several short-term and on-going measurements so that you can
see how you are doing in your aim to achieve your goal.
A non-measurable goal: I want to learn how to sing.
A measurable goal: I want to learn 5 arias by Friday, November 12th
Exemplary
– 6-8 points
Measures have been
identified that will demonstrate learning, results, and/or progress as
related to the described goal.
Distinguished
– 4-5 points
A method of measuring
has been identified but it does not directly link to or connect with the
described go.
Developing
– 1-3 points
The method listed for
measurement is rather general and does not directly link to or connect with
the described goal.
Novice
– 0 points
Not at all measurable
– no method of measurement indicated.
8 points
Achievable/Ambitious
A goal should stretch you slightly so you feel you can do it, and it will
need a real commitment
from you. Think about what is achievable and what you want to do.
Exemplary
– 6-8 points
The goal set forth is
realistic, motivating, challenging, and can be achievable within the term.
There is a clear process described to support achievability.
Distinguished
– 4-5 points
The goal set forth is realistic;
however, the achievability may not require much challenge, or the
achievability may be incredibly challenging to achieve within the term. The
process is mentioned but lacks clarity.
Developing
– 1-3 points
The goal is realistic,
however the time frame does not support success. There is no process that
supports achievability.
Novice
– 0 points
The goal is not at all
within reason and cannot be achieved.
8 points
Relevant
Realistic goals should have you push you, but not break you!
Exemplary
– 6-8 points
The goal has a strong
connection to the course objectives, the student’s history, current
interests, and/or demonstrated abilities.
Distinguished
– 4-5 points
The goal has some
connection to the course objectives, the student’s history, current interests
and/or demonstrated abilities.
Developing
– 1-3 points
The goal has only a
slight connection to the course objectives, the student’s history, current
interests and/or demonstrated abilities.
Novice
– 0 points
The goal has no
connection to the course objectives.
8 points
Timely
What is your time frame? Putting an end to your goal, or target dates to work
towards, gives you a sense of accomplishment as you move toward achieving
your goal. With a time frame comes more commitment to achievement!
Exemplary
– 8-9 points
The goal has a
definite date of what will be accomplished by this date and is linked to the
measurables. Is within the time frame of this term.
Distinguished
– 6-7 points
The goal has an
indefinite date of what will be accomplished by this date and is linked to
the measurables. It is within the time frame of this term.
Developing
– 1-5 points
The goal has an
indefinite date of what will be accomplished by this date but does not link
to the measurables.
Novice
– 0 points
Has no dates and/or is
over a period far beyond this term.
8 points
Use
of Citations, Writing Mechanics and APA Formatting Guidelines
Exemplary
– 4-5 points
References page
contains more than required current scholarly academic reference and text
reference.. Follows APA guidelines of components: double space, 12 pt. font,
abstract, level headings, hanging indent. Rules of grammar, usage and
punctuation are followed; spelling is correct.
Distinguished
– 3 points
References page
contains one current scholarly academic resource and text reference. Follows
most APA guidelines of components: double space, 12 pt. font, abstract, level
headings, hanging indent. Few grammatical errors, but sentences could be
clearer and more precise.
Developing
– 1-2 points
References page contains
one current or outdated scholarly academic resource. Many errors of APA
guidelines: double space, 12 pt. font, abstract, level headings, hanging
indent. Paper contains few grammatical, punctuation and spelling errors.
Novice
– 0 points
References page
contains no current scholarly academic resources, only internet webpages or
no reference page. Lack of APA guidelines for references provided. Paper
contains numerous grammatical, punctuation, and spelling errors.
5 points
PowerPoint
Slides
Exemplary
– 4-5 points
PowerPoint
presentation contains 10-15 slides. All parts of the assignment are completed
fully and described in the PowerPoint presentation in detail.
Distinguished
– 3 points
PowerPoint
presentation contains 10-15 slides. All parts of the project are completed
partially and described in the PowerPoint presentation.
Developing
– 1-2 points
PowerPoint
presentation contains fewer than 10 slides, or some slides are incomplete or
not relevant to the required content of the presentation.
Novice
– 0 points
PointPoint
presentation contains fewer than 10 slides and /or is missing several parts
of the required content.
