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Interest Based Independent Learning Contract by Brenda Turner | TPT

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Student Learning Contract

Personalized Learning Plan for Differentiated Instruction

Student Name: _________________________
Date: _________________________
Subject/Topic: _________________________
Completion Date: _________________________

1. Learning Goal (Content)

What concept, skill, or standard am I working on?

____________________________________________________________________________

What do I already know about this topic?

_______________________________________________________________________________

2. My Learning Plan (Process)

I agree to complete the following learning activities:

☐ Activity 1: ___________________________________

☐ Activity 2: ___________________________________

☐ Activity 3: ___________________________________

How will I complete my work?

☐ Independently

☐ With a partner

☐ Small group

☐ Teacher conference

☐ Other: ______________________________

3. Resources and Materials

Materials I will use:

☐ Textbook

☐ Articles/Reading Materials

☐ Technology/Digital Resources

☐ Other: ______________________________

4. Product Options (How I Will Show My Learning)

Choose one or more products:

☐ Written Response

☐ PowerPoint Presentation

☐ Poster/Infographic

☐ Research Project

☐ Other: ______________________________

5. Work Habits and Learning Responsibilities

I agree to:

☐ Stay on task during work time.

☐ Follow classroom expectations.

☐ Use materials responsibly.

☐ Ask for help when needed.

☐ Complete work by the agreed deadline.

☐ Demonstrate perseverance when tasks are challenging.

☐ Respect the learning environment and others.

☐ Monitor my own progress.

6. Success Criteria

I will know I have been successful when:

☐ I meet the learning target.

☐ I can explain what I learned.

☐ I demonstrate mastery of the skill or concept.

☐ My product meets the rubric requirements.

☐ I complete all agreed-upon tasks.

7. Progress Monitoring

Check-In Date ________________________________________________

Progress Notes___________________________________

Teacher Initials _________________________

8. Reflection

What did I learn?

What worked well for me?

What challenges did I overcome?

What would I do differently next time?

Agreement

I understand the expectations of this learning contract and agree to complete the work to the best of my ability.

Student Signature: _________________________

Teacher Signature: _________________________

Parent/Guardian Signature (Optional): _________________________

Purpose of This Learning Contract

This contract supports differentiation of content, process, and product by outlining individualized learning goals, materials, learning activities, and product choices. It encourages student ownership, independence, responsibility, and appropriate work habits while ensuring that instructional objectives and learning standards are met.

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Here's my learning contract; it mostly focuses on student behaviors because my students would be 2E and often struggle with behaviors.

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4th Grade Student Learning Contract / Goal Setting Sheet

Name: ___________________________
Date: ___________________________

Subject: Reading / Math / Writing (circle one)

My Learning Goal (4th Grade Example)

I will improve my ability to identify the main idea and key details in nonfiction text.

Or

I will improve my multiplication fluency with 2-digit by 1-digit numbers.

Why this goal is important to me:

It will help me understand what I read better and do well on tests and class assignments.

Success Criteria (How I will know I met my goal)

I can identify the main idea in a passage with at least 80% accuracy

I can support my answer with at least 2 key details

I can explain my thinking to my teacher or partner

Steps I will take to reach my goal:

1. I will use a graphic organizer to break down text or math problems

2. I will practice during independent work time for at least 10 minutes daily

3. I will ask questions during small group instruction when I am confused

Strategies I will use:

⬜ Graphic organizers
⬜ Partner reading or peer help
⬜ Teacher conferencing
⬜ Online practice (such as IXL or assigned website)
⬜ Manipulatives or visuals

Timeline

I will work on this goal for 2 weeks and check my progress every Friday.

Check-In Reflection (Weekly)

What progress have I made this week?

What is still challenging for me?

What will I do next to improve?

Final Reflection

Did I meet my goal? How do I know?

What did I learn about myself as a learner?

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6th Grade Science Learning Contract (Goal Setting Sheet)

Student Name: ________________________
Unit Topic: ________________________
Dates: ________________________

My Learning Goal

What do I want to learn in this unit?

What I Already Know (Pre-Assessment Reflection)

What do I already understand about this topic?

My Learning Choices (Choose 1–2)

I will complete:

☐ Science reading + notes
☐ Hands-on investigation/lab
☐ Video + reflection questions
☐ Teacher-guided small group
☐ Enrichment challenge task (advanced thinking)
☐ Independent research project

My Product (How I Will Show My Learning)

I will demonstrate my understanding by:

☐ Poster / model
☐ Lab report
☐ Presentation (Google Slides / oral)
☐ Short video explanation
☐ Written explanation
☐ Other: ________________________

Success Criteria

I will be successful when I can:

Explain key science concepts clearly

Use correct science vocabulary

Support my ideas with evidence

Complete my chosen task with effort and accuracy

Teacher Checkpoints

☐ Check 1
☐ Check 2
☐ Final Review

Teacher Feedback:

Reflection

What did I learn? What was challenging?

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I think I like all the different goal trackers and learning contracts on this padlet and use . Here is one I use.

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One Page Fillable Learning Contract Tracker

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Middle School Gifted Learning Contract

Student Name: ___________________________
Teacher: Dr. MeDrano
Class/Period: ___________________________
Date Range: ___________________________

1. Learning Goal (Student Generated):

What do you want to improve, explore, or master?

My Goal:

2. Rationale (WHY This Matters to Me):

Why is this goal important to your learning?

3. Learning Plan (Content & Process):

Content Focus (Skills/Concepts):
☐ Literary Analysis (Theme, Symbolism, etc.).
☐ Writing (Argument, Narrative, Informational).
☐ Research/Inquiry.
☐ Vocabulary/Language.
☐ Other: ___________________________

Process (How YOU Will Learn):
☐ Independent Reading/Research.
☐ Small group collaboration.
☐ Teacher Conference/Check ins.
☐ Digital tools (iPad, Slides, etc.).
☐ Creative exploration (Art, Media, Design).

4. Product Options (How YOU Will Show Learning):

Choose ONE or propose your own:

☐ Analytical Essay.
☐ Presentation (Slides/Video/Podcast).
☐ Creative Project (Visual, Model, Storyboard).
☐ Research Report.
☐ Teaching Lesson to Peers.
☐ Other (approved): ___________________________

5. Steps & Timeline (Goal Setting Plan):

Step

What I Will Do

Due Date

1

__________________________

__________

2

__________________________

__________

3

__________________________

__________

4

__________________________

__________

6. Resources Needed:

☐ Books/Articles.
☐ Teacher support.
☐ Technology (iPad, Apps).
☐ Peer collaboration.
☐ Other: ___________________________

7. Work Expectations (Accountability):

I agree to:

Stay on task and use time productively.

Follow classroom procedures and expectations.

Seek help appropriately (Peer - Teacher).

Show consistent effort and independence.

Student Initials: ________

8. Checkpoints & Teacher Feedback:

Date

Progress / Feedback

________

__________________________

________

__________________________

9. Self-Reflection (Complete at End):

What did I learn?

How well did I meet my goal?

What will I improve next time?

10. Teacher Evaluation:

☐ Exceeds Expectations
☐ Meets Expectations
☐ Approaching

Comments:

Signatures

Student: ___________________________
Teacher: ___________________________

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Here is a link to an online form we did as a preliminary proposal for independent learning. Students would submit it to me, and I would try to get their teachers on board. Without this process, teachers generally weren't willing to engage in independent learning contracts.

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Student Learning Contract

Student Name: ___________________________
Grade: ___________
Subject / Unit: ___________________________
Time Frame: ___________________________

1. Learning Goal

What do you want to learn or accomplish?

My learning goal is:
I will __________________________________________

2. Success Criteria

How will you know you have been successful?

I will know I have met my goal when I can:

☐ Clearly explain my learning using accurate information

☐ Use evidence or examples to support my ideas

☐ Organize my work in a clear and logical way

☐ Demonstrate effort, creativity, or deeper thinking

3. Learning Activities (Choose at least TWO)

What will you do to reach your goal?

☐ Conduct research using books or reliable online sources
☐ Create a presentation, report, or visual explanation
☐ Design a model, experiment, or investigation
☐ Create an infographic, diagram, or concept map
☐ Other: ___________________________________________

4. Resources and Supports

What tools or help will you use?

☐ Classroom materials

☐ Online resources

☐ Teacher conferences

☐ Peer collaboration

☐ Graphic organizers or planning tools

5. Timeline and Checkpoints

How will you manage your time?

Research completed by: ___________________

Draft or progress check-in by: ______________

Final product due: ________________________

6. Evidence of Learning

How will you show what you learned?

I will demonstrate my learning by creating:

7. Reflection

Think about your learning process.

What strategies helped you succeed?

What challenges did you face and how did you overcome them?

How did this goal stretch or challenge your thinking?

8. Agreement

By signing below, I agree to work toward my learning goal and take responsibility for my learning.

Student Signature: _______________________ Date: __________

Teacher Signature: _______________________ Date: __________

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6th Grade Math Learning Contract & Goal Setting

Student Name: ________________________
Date: ________________________
Unit/Topic: ________________________

Step 1: Learning Goal

What skill or concept do I want to master?

Why is this goal important to me?

Step 2: Pre-Assessment

My current level (from quiz, IXL diagnostic, or teacher feedback):
☐ I need extra practice
☐ I am approaching mastery
☐ I have mastered this and want enrichment

Step 3: Action Plan

What activities will I do to achieve my goal?

☐ Practice problems from class or homework

☐ Use IXL or other online math tools

☐ Work on enrichment or challenge problems

☐ Collaborate with peers or ask the teacher for guidance

☐ Other: __________________________

Step 4: Resources Needed

What materials or support will I need to succeed?

Step 5: Timeline

When will I complete each step?

Step 1: ________________________

Step 2: ________________________

Step 3: ________________________

Step 6: Reflection

What did I learn? What was challenging?

Next Steps / New Goal:

Teacher Signature: ________________________

Student Signature: ________________________

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I usually make sure I keep the creator listed on my files if I am not, but I like this one for simplicity but also because it already has different initiatives I might be using - is it a grade/task replacement, do we regularly use Depth & Complexity, what resources for your information

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This is the goal-setting sheet I’m currently using with my students to support their academic and behavioral growth.

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This is one I would like to use for my GT students.

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I found this learning contract online and really like the aspect of having students reflect where they are getting their information; as information doesn't just come from the internet.

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I found this goal-setting template pack on tPt.  I like that it has different graphic organizers to help students be engaged and not overwhelmed by the amount of print on the pages. Also, I like that it encourages students to create their own goals and to reflect on their progress toward their goals.

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Smart Goal Setting Harrell 2023-04-23 at 5.22.51 PM

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I found this reading contract on TPT. I like how it includes the goal setting component as well as examples of goals. It has a lot of self-analysis before, during and after the project/assignment.

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I like that this contract has elements of a SMART GOAL. Also, it encourages students to think of small steps along the way and resources to achieve the overall goal.

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I found this learning contract online and I like the portion where there is a Negotiable and Non-Negotiable items that will be completed. I think this contract makes it clear of what is expected and can be adapted to be per unit.

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Here is a SMART goal tracker I have been using with my students.

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This is a goal-setting template I currently use for my second graders.