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A Guide to SMART Goals for Teachers

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  Learning objectives in lesson planning serve as clear statements that describe what learners will be able to accomplish by the end of a lesson . They are crucial components of effective lesson planning. Teachers can make learning objectives SMART by following these guidelines: 1. Specific : Clearly define what students are expected to learn. Avoid vague language and ensure the objective is precise and focused. 2. Measurable : Include criteria that allow for assessment of whether students have achieved the objective. This could involve quantifiable measures like scores, percentages, or observable behaviors. 3. Achievable : Ensure that the objective is realistic and attainable within the given context of time, resources, and students' capabilities. 4. Relevant : Connect the objective to the broader goals of the curriculum and ensure its importance and relevance to students' learning needs and interests. 5. Time-bound: Specify a timeframe within which the objective shoul

Dementia

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  Are you forgetting things like, Where did you keep the keys?  Are you unable to recall a related word?  Have you forgotten a recent celebration or event? Has this become a regular part of life? Think about it as it could be the sign of developing dementia which simply refers to loss of memory. People suffering from dementia struggle more with language, thinking and problem solving skills. They are unable to recall what they said a moment ago. Is it normal part of Aging? No, it doesn’t affect the people with advancing age since most of the adults are living their lives normally as they are good at remembering things. But to an extent in certain people above 65 years of age, it's commonly seen. So what are the causes of dementia? Dementia is caused by damage to brain cells . When brain cells cannot communicate normally, thinking, behaviour and feelings can be affected. Types of dementia Dementia is a broader area and thus includes many different types. Vascular dementia: It is

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