1. If you feel an area is a STRENGTH of yours, highlight it in yellow. If you feel you are doing OK in an area, highlight it in green. If you feel you need IMPROVEMENT in an area, highlight it in blue.Grade 5 Goal Setting – February 2011Name: Richard Demoulin<br />Math: <br /> I can…<br />- Solve basic Math computations accurately: + - x ÷<br />- Quickly and accurately recall multiplication facts through 9.<br />- Use different methods to solve Math word problems.<br />- Write my mathematical thinking in a clear and organized way.<br /> - Show and explain my mathematical thinking and how I calculate my answers.<br /> Language:<br />I… <br />- Read at least 15-20 minutes daily.<br />- Read different genres of literature.<br />- Remember and understand details when I’m reading.<br />- Understand major themes or messages in stories.<br />- Discuss my opinions about books.<br />- Recognize when I don’t understand what I’m reading and do something about it (reread, look it up, ask).<br />- Use the writing process (think, draft, revise, edit, conference, publish).<br />- Write clearly so my ideas are understandable.<br />- Use interesting words and descriptions in my writing.<br />- Organize my reports and stories so they make sense.<br />- Use correct: spelling punctuation grammar capitalization.<br />- Write neatly.<br />- Type accurately without looking at the keyboard.<br />As a learner:<br /> I…<br />- Speak confidently in front of a group.<br />- Listen and follow directions. <br />- Participate in inquiry discussion and groups – I discuss and share my ideas.<br />- Ask thoughtful questions about what we’re studying – wanting to discover more!<br />- Gather and organize information from different sources.<br />- Elaborate on ideas (am able to explain my thinking & learning in detail).<br />- Make connections. I remember what I have learned and apply my knowledge to other subject and areas of my life.<br />- Reflect on my learning. <br />- Ask for help when I need it.<br />- Complete my Learning Log and bringing it to school on time.<br />- Put effort into my learning.<br />- Work cooperatively in a group – doing my share of work, staying on task, etc.<br />- Work independently –completing tasks without being reminded or getting distracted<br />- Participate positively in discussions and activities in: My classroom PE Music Library Art<br />- Manage time efficiently (don’t save things for last minute, plan out long-term projects, etc.)<br />Socially:<br /> I…<br />- Treat my peers respectfully.<br />- Solve problems with other students effectively.<br />- Am understanding of other people’s feelings. I have empathy.<br />- Use good manners, am polite and am considerate of others.<br />Choose two blue highlighted areas to focus on as goals for improvement this semester. Choose one goal from page 1 and one from page 2. Post these goals on your blog and attach this checklist to your post.<br />