SMART goals for learning English as a foreign language.
Have you ever set a goal for yourself, but then struggled to actually follow through and achieve it? You're not alone - many people have a hard time setting and achieving goals. But there's a way to make your goals more effective, and it's called SMART goals.
The acronym S.M.A.R.T. stands for Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant and Time-bound.
Specific: This element of a SMART goal refers to being clear and specific about what you want to achieve. The goal should be clear and well-defined, so that you know exactly what you are working towards.
Measurable: This element of a SMART goal refers to having a way to measure your progress. The goal should be quantifiable, so that you can track your progress and know when you have achieved it.
Achievable: This element of a SMART goal refers to being realistic and attainable. The goal should be something that you can realistically achieve given your current resources and constraints.
Relevant: This element of a SMART goal refers to being important and relevant to your overall objectives. The goal should align with your values, interests and long-term goals.
Time-bound: This element of a SMART goal refers to having a deadline. The goal should have a clear time-frame and deadline, so that you can work towards it in a structured and focused way.
When applied to learning English as a foreign language, a SMART goal might look something like this:
Specific: "I will improve my listening comprehension skills in English by regularly practicing with audio materials."
Measurable: "I will increase my score on the TOEFL listening comprehension section from 60% to 80% within the next six months."
Achievable: "I will achieve this goal by practicing with authentic audio materials, such as news broadcasts and podcasts, for at least 30 minutes per day, five days per week."
Relevant: "This goal is relevant to my career aspirations as I need to improve my English listening skills in order to understand lectures and presentations in my field."
Time-bound: "I will achieve this goal within the next six months."
By setting SMART goals for learning English as a foreign language, you can break down the task into manageable and achievable steps, and increase your chances of success. Remember to track your progress, and adjust your goals as needed, to ensure you are on track to achieve your goals.