One handy mnemonic device that can help guide your goal-setting is the SMART acronym. When you’ve come up with a goal for learning, evaluate it to ensure how it meets five standards—that your goal is the following: Specific: clear and definitive Measurable: easy for you to track progress Achievable: within your reach but not too simple Relevant: personally significant to you and your life Time-based: organized to some kind of schedule
