Directions: Unless otherwise stated, answer in complete sentences, and be sure to use correct English, spelling and grammar. ALL assignments must be in 5-paragraph APA essay format. Sources must be cited in APA format as well. Your response should be double-spaced; refer to the Assignment Format PDF attachment for specific format requirements.

1. View this video about setting SMART goals:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vKMrWsjUOZQ

2. Decide on one goal you have that led you to pursue continued education.

3. Complete the SMART Goals Worksheet on the following page for the time of development:

Note: You can download a copy of a SMART Goals Worksheet here:

http://images.brighthub.com/media/F2BFF8_smart-goals-worksheet.doc

4. For this assignment, you are to writhe a 5-paragraph APA style essay defining your goal and outlining your answers at this time.

· Employ correct rules of sentence composition, grammar, and mechanics of style.

· Use at least two references. Each reference must use a quoted passage and be appropriately cited to avoid plagiarism.

· Include a reference list at the end of the essay.

· Turn in at least two full pages of writing, 12-pt. Times Roman, double-spaced.

· Pay attention to spelling, grammar, and punctuation.

· Use this basic outline:

I. Introduction

II. Body

A. body paragraph 1

B. Body paragraph 2

C. Body paragraph 3

III. Conclusion

IV. References (this is a separate page)