UDL Guideline 6: Provide options for executive functions

The last guideline under Principle II: Provide multiple means of action & expression.

Let’s consider the following checkpoints:

6.1 Guide appropriate goal-setting
6.2 Support planning and strategy development
6.3 Facilitate managing information and resources
6.4 Enhance capacity for monitoring progress

One popular goal setting method is SMART (Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Realistic, Time-Bound). The video below helps explain it and would be appropriate for students.

Very Special Tales offers a nice packet on setting SMART goals for kids. It’s free with e-mail sign-up. I like how the author breaks down each part into student-friendly language. The accompanying packet allows students to record their thoughts and build a SMART goal.