Title: Set goals for individuals and families.
Course: Family and Consumer Sciences Exploratory II (19904-18) > Section: Demonstrating Interpersonal Relationships

Setting goals should include

- the definition of goal
- the use of specific, measurable, attainable, realistic, time-bound (SMART) goals
- distinction between individual vs. collective (e.g., family, community) goals
- differences between long-term, mid-term, and short-term goals
- differences between goals and dreams
- family support of individual goals
- individual support of family goals.

Teacher Resource:

Power of One, FCCLA

Process/Skill Questions:

Thinking

- Why is goal setting important?
- What is the difference between short-, mid-, and long-term goals?
- What are the consequences of setting goals that are unclear, not measurable, or lacking a completion date?

Communication

- What resources are available to assist you in goal setting?
- Why is it important to be clear about goals when talking with others?

Leadership

- How do goals help someone become a leader?
- What characteristics do leaders possess to help others achieve their goals?

Management

- What management skills do you need to achieve your goals?
- How can you use your current goals to obtain your future goals?