Colorado Success UNlimited

e-zine June 2009, Volume 1, Issue 3

Goal Setting - An important aspect of student success

Adult education research indicates that goal-setting increases academic success and persistence in education, and Colorado SUN programs are confirming the practice.

Participating students are learning that goal-setting is a powerful tool to help them achieve success in the classroom and plan for the future, much the same way that many professionals attribute their success to setting goals early in their career. Many SUN students have noted that establishing personal, academic, and career goals has helped them transition into and stay in college.

Having the students take an active role in setting goals is key. Facilitated by instructors and navigators, SUN students participate in interactive activities that include goal-setting applications such as SMART and DAPPS.