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GOALS: Steps in the right direction

As If you have been following my journey throughout post, you'll see that I am exploring a new skillset I the field of EdTech. My professor asked us to share some of our personal goals. While brainstorming ideas, I noticed my professional goal were aligned with my interested in educational technology and digital tools (personal goals) I’m setting clear goals to grow in areas that matter most to me: AI prompting, digital storytelling, and professional networking. Each goal includes specific action steps and a timeline to help me stay on track and measure my progress. Some of these goal will take a bit more time and strategy. My deadline for completing all these goals is July 31, 2025.


SMART Goal 1: Strengthen My Skill Set in AI Prompting

I plan to improve my ability to craft effective prompts for AI tools by practicing regularly and learning from tutorials.

Action Steps:

  1. April 2025: Sign up for a free ChatGPT and Notion AI account.
  2. April–May 2025: Watch 3 YouTube tutorials or read 3 blog posts on prompt engineering.
  3. May 2025: Practice writing 20 different prompts for real-world tasks (e.g., email drafting, brainstorming, lesson planning).
  4. June 2025: Reflect on what worked well, document best practices, and share a few takeaways in a short blog or LinkedIn post.
  5. July 2025: Create a mini guide or visual prompt library for personal use.

Timeline: Complete by July 31st, 2025

 

SMART Goal 2: Explore and Practice with Digital Storytelling Platforms

I plan to familiarize myself with at least three digital storytelling platforms and create sample projects to build hands-on experience.

Action Steps:

  1. April 2025: Make a list of popular digital storytelling tools (e.g., Canva, Adobe Express, Genially, StoryMapJS).
  2. May 2025: Choose 3 platforms to explore based on ease of use and educational potential.
  3. May–June 2025: Watch tutorials for each platform and create 1 short project in each (e.g., a story map, infographic, or narrated slideshow).
  4. July 2025: Compare platforms in a quick write-up—highlighting which ones best suit my work.

Timeline: Complete by July 31, 2025


SMART Goal 3: Build My Professional Network in Ed Tech

I plan to connect with professionals in educational technology and join a relevant organization to grow my network.

Action Steps:

  1. April 2025: Update my LinkedIn profile to reflect my goals and interests in ed tech.
  2. April–June 2025: Reach out to 2–3 professionals per month in technology or education (goal: 10 total).
  3. May 2025: Ask 2 people for an informational chat or email exchange to learn from their experience.
  4. June 2025: Research and choose 1 professional ed tech organization to join (e.g., ISTE, CoSN, EdTech Digest).
  5. July 2025: Attend at least 1 virtual event or webinar through the organization and participate in a discussion or forum.

Timeline: Complete by July 31, 2025

To help myself stay accountable, I’ll check in on my progress every two weeks and adjust as needed. I’m excited about where these goals can lead—not just in building skills, but in


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