GAME Plan Reflection

Over the last several weeks, I have learned a lot about the importance of setting goals and the steps to take in order to reach those goals. Once I set my goals, and started the process to accomplish them, I realized that I was doing the same thing I request from my students. However, it was different because I was thinking consciously about achieving what I wanted. Many times with my students I know where I need to go and how to get them there, I just do not think about it much. Because of this discovery, I feel that it will make me more conscious about my decisions in the classroom and allow myself to spend more time guiding my students to reach the goals I have set for them.

I also learned that not only do I need goals in the classroom, but my students would be able to set goals for themselves as well. This makes a difference because it will ultimately put them in charge of their own learning. Students who feel in charge of their learning are taking a responsibility that will guide them to work harder and be more interested. I think the GAME plan format is perfect for students to use on their own. First they would choose their goal(s), next their action plan, then a way to monitor themselves and finally an evaluation of their work. This format is extremely adjustable to any activity. I have decided that I will use the GAME plan for myself and for my students. It is in my best interest to get the students as actively involved in their own education, because it is their education.