Title: Goal-Setting Is Linked to Higher Achievement | Psychology Today
Headings: Goal-Setting Is Linked to Higher Achievement
Marilyn Price-Mitchell Ph.D.
Goal-Setting Is Linked to Higher Achievement
Five research-based ways to help children and teens attain their goals.

Content: Children learn to be resourceful through the practice of being goal-directed. In an article at Edutopia, teachers learn that fostering resourcefulness involves encouraging students to plan, strategize, prioritize, set goals, seek resources, and monitor their progress. In similar ways, parents teach resourcefulness when they walk beside children through the everyday practice of being goal-directed rather than attempting to set objectives and problem-solving for kids. The common approach that applies to both parents and educators is to involve children in their own goal-setting and decision-making. This promotes independence and collaboration with adults simultaneously. The following strategies apply the research on goal-setting at home, in the classroom, or on the sports field. Five Ways to Help Children Set and Achieve Goals
Children and teens become effective goal-setters when they understand and develop five action-oriented behaviors and incorporate these actions with each goal set. Put goals in writing. Goals that are written are concrete and motivational. Making progress toward written goals increases feelings of success and well-being.