How to Use This Guide to Set Goals 1. R ead the definition at the beginning of the introduction to familiarise yourself with the topic (decide if you want to read more of the introduction). 2. Establish the child’s current point of development – where are they now?
• T he child’s Fagus developmental profile gives you a good starting point – look at the profile to identify the age range in which the child is currently functioning. Turn to this point in the developmental guide. • If you have not created a profile, start with the age range appropriate to the child’s chronological age range. Work backwards through the guide to see where their current functioning lies. The right age range is one where most of the behaviours match the child’s current functioning. • You have identified that child’s current point of development and can now choose an objective for the child to progress towards.
3. Set a general objective – where do you want them to get to?
• M ake a general statement outlining what you would like the child to achieve. • The developmental checklists and guides may help you do this.
4. Set a SMART goal – what specifically do you want them to be able to do?
• R ead on from the child’s current point of development in the guide to help you identify a suitable goal. • Select a target behaviour that will help you move towards the objective; the goal should refer to a specific behaviour from the developmental sequence that you want the child to show. • Make the goal SMART (specific, measurable, achievable, realistic, time bonded).
5. Make a plan – how will you get them there?
• D evise an intervention plan to work towards that goal: who will do what, where and when? How often will interventions happen? What materials will you need? When will the target be reviewed? • Making a plan will help you see whether you have set a realistic goal. The goal may need to be adjusted as the plan is made.
Please see the Manual for more information. © 2016 by Beech Lodge School. All rights reserved. This document may not be copied, reproduced or distributed without written permission from Beech Lodge School.
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