A learning goal should contain a verb that relates to learning:

• I will explore...
• I will research...
• I will write about...
• I will study...
• I will become familiar with...

Learning goals should cite an area of knowledge:

• I will exlpore alternative assessment
• I will write about the use of service learning in social studies
• I will study problem-based learning
• I will become familiar with the Internet as a research tool

Learning goals should cite a rationale:

• I will exlpore alternative assessment to help improve math achievement.
• I will write about the use of service learning to share knowledge with colleagues.
• I will study problem-based learning to deepen understanding in science.
• I will become familiar with Internet research to help improve language arts instruction.