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Why do we set Objectives?
 * __Chapter 1 __** **__Setting Objectives __** **//"Setting goals or objectives is a skill that successful people have mastered to help them realize both short-term and long-term accomplishments." //**
 * 1) Setting instructional goals narrows what students focus on.
 * 2) Teachers should encourage students to personalize the learning goals the teacher has identified for them.
 * 3) Instructuinal goals should not be too specific.

Here are 4 recommendations for classroom practice: Using Technology to set Objectives: Conclusion:
 * 1) Set learning objectives that are specific but flexible.
 * 2) Allow students flexibility in personalizing the learning objectives or goals.
 * 3) Communicate the learning objectives or goals to students and parents.
 * 4) Contract with students to attain specific learning objectives or goals.
 * 1) Posting goals/objectives that students create..."Learning goal sheet"-class goals and personal goals.
 * 2) Incorporate an electronic survey or data tool to create class goals/objectives, such as, Survey Munkey, Pollcat. These are great tools to engage students and gather meaningful and personalized objectives.
 * 3) With the use of online rubrics, students will know exactly what is expected of them.
 * 4) Communication Software will allow teachers and students to set and communicate goals/objectives. Examples; blogs, e-mail and electronic news letters.
 * 1)  Setting goals/objectives can help students find meaning and purpose in a lesson.
 * 2)  Goals/Objectives can be engaging and interactive with the use of technology
 * 3) Not only setting goals/objectives but sharing them with the student will establish a directions for learning.