Students will reflect on the challenges, goals (personal, professional, and academic) and changes they intend to make for success. The process of reflection helps us to explore and examine ourselves, which in turn allows to gain insight and move forward. Completing this worksheet will also help them consider the semester and achieve short-term goals. If students practice reflection, they may see the value of incorporating this into their lives as a habit.
Tasks
1. Answer the following questions about your challenges, goals, and changes:
- What challenges have your faced in your past that have had a negative effect on your academics? What strengths have you used to overcome these challenges?
These challenges might be social, personal, or mental. - State one personal, one professional, and one academic goal. Write your goals with the following in mind: They should be specific, measurable, achievable, realistic, and timely.
- What changes have you already made to ensure success? What changes will you make before the end of the semester?
