Goal Setting That Works for All Ages

by peerdrivenpro | Apr 9, 2021

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Setting high expectations for students is important; providing structure to succeed is critical. Trey Watt is a former MLB pitcher, assistant collegiate baseball coach, and full-time elementary SPED teacher. In this course you’ll gain insight into the same straight-forward approach he used to sign with the Arizona Diamondbacks that he utilizes daily with all students, from first graders to division one college athletes.

Participants will receive a certificate of completion reflecting a total course time of 60 minutes (1 hour) and course completion on a provided transcript.

Course Content

Background

Trey’s Backstory 10:52

Meet Trey Watt, former MLB pitcher, assistant collegiate baseball coach, and full-time elementary SPED teacher. Watt’s inspiring story details the importance athletics played in teaching him to overcome obstacles and becoming a life-long learner.

Origins of the “I Will” Goal Setting Template (Includes Template PDF & Examples) 11:12

Learn the goal setting strategy Watt developed in college that lead him to believe that becoming a major league pitcher was 100% inevitable.

An Overview of the "I Will" Goal Setting Template

The Goal Setting Template and an Elementary Example 3:57

Go deeper into Watt’s “I Will” Goal Setting Template and hear firsthand how Watt adapted his template with an elementary student.

A Deeper Look and Trey’s Goals for Becoming an MLB Pitcher 6:00

Some goals can be quite detailed. Get a closer look at the detailed goal-setting template Watt used to sign with the Arizona Diamondbacks.

Timing and Retooling 3:03 Sample Lesson

Understand why it’s crucial to re-evaluate goals periodically as Watt explains how he works with students to recalibrate when necessary.

What To Do, What Not to Do, and the Importance of Time 4:02

Learn the dos and don'ts of goal setting and the importance of avoiding certain language with this discussion from Mike Alpert and Trey Watt. Never say never.

Tips for Using the "I Will" Goal Setting Template

Talking to Students about What “Attainable” Means 2:24 Sample Lesson

It's important to address what might not be possible yet. Hear Watt’s examples of discussing what is and isn't attainable right now for students.

Setting Goals with Student Athletes 4:23

Find out how Watt’s goal-setting concepts can be easily applied to students and student-athletes at all levels as Watt discusses an example of setting a goal with a division one college athlete.

Setting Personal Goals 2:41

The "I Will" Goal Setting Template applies outside the classroom as well. Hear how Watt uses the template in his personal life.

Setting Multiple Goals 1:56

There are a variety of goals that students, athletes, and adults may pursue, learn how Watt recommends compartmentalizing them.

Additional Examples

Goals and Classroom Management 2:05

Understand the importance of clarity when using respect agreements—very similar to goal setting—with Watt’s classroom management strategies.

Fail, Succeed, Celebrate 3:44

There will be more failure than success, so it's important to celebrate the wins. Learn from Watt’s personal stories of sharing these big moments and making them special for students. Always remember to celebrate the successes.

Goal Setting That Works