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Is your university facing dropout or wellbeing challenges with students who may be struggling to reach their full potential or find direction? The solution lies in the power of GoalSetting! With our scientific methodology you can address these issues effectively, even with limited time and resources. We're committed to supporting your every step on your journey towards student success.
GoalStart
Intervention
Personality Questionnaires
Goal Diaries
Public Commitment
GoalSetting
Intervention
The GoalSetting intervention is designed to empower students through a comprehensive methodology consisting of three distinct parts.
Each part is meticulously crafted to support participants in setting and achieving their goals, fostering both academic and personal growth.
Together, these parts form a robust framework that enhance student retention, close achievement gaps, and promote a culture of sustained success.
Part 1
This initial part focuses on helping students identify their passions, strengths, and aspirations.
Through guided exercises and reflective activities, participants dive deep into their psyche and envision the life they would lead to live versus the one they currently have or wish to avoid.
This self-discovery process is crucial for aligning academic and career goals with what truly motivates them. By creating clear, actionable goals, students lay the foundation for their journey, gaining direction and a sense of purpose that fuels their commitment and enthusiasm.
Part 2
In this part, students regularly monitor their progress towards their goals.
GoalSetting offers advanced ways that allow participants to track their achievements and identify areas needing improvement. Regular evaluations help students stay accountable to their commitments.
By setting SMART goals—Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound—students create clear, actionable objectives that guide their efforts. This stage also encourages reflection on both successes and setbacks, promoting a growth mindset.
By continuously adapting their strategies, students can overcome challenges and maintain momentum. Progress tracking not only keeps students on course but also builds resilience and adaptability, essential skills for long-term success.
Part 3
Public Commitment
Part three involves participants publicly declaring their aspirations and life goals. A step designed to leverage social accountability and peer support, helping individuals stay motivated and focused on their objectives. By openly sharing their ambitions with the community, participants harness positive peer pressure to maintain their commitment and drive.
Through this public commitment, GoalStart creates a supportive environment that encourages perseverance and success, transforming individual aspirations into shared goals within a community dedicated to mutual encouragement and achievement.
Psychological
Questionnaires
The purpose of psychology questionnaires is to help participants identify the potential impacts of goal-setting (academically, personally, health-wise), and identify possible drivers and mechanisms of any positive effects.
The questionnaires include personality and behavioral constructs that are known to influence school success, for example characteristics such as motivation and goal instability. The suitable questionnaires are selected after consultation with the education institutions and the identification of their needs.
Equal Opportunities
Cultivating a culture of achievement within educational institutions is paramount to student success. With GoalStart's scalable goal-setting tools, institutions can empower every student to excel, irrespective of gender or ethnic background. By providing a structured framework for goal setting and attainment, GoalStart fosters a supportive environment where all students can thrive.
This methodology not only enhances academic performance but also closes both the gender and ethnic minority achievement gap, ensuring equitable opportunities for every learner. Educational institutions investing in GoalStart can expect to see increased student engagement, motivation, and ultimately, academic success. Join the movement towards inclusive excellence with GoalStart today.
Goal Diaries
Goal diaries stimulate students to monitor and reflect on their personal activities related to achieving their goals.
Participants receive reminders in regular intervals to reflect on their goals.