About Lesson
Objective:
- Introduce members to the Robotics Club’s mission and objectives.
- Set expectations for the academic year.
- Outline short-term and long-term goals for members.
Equipment:
- Projector: For presentations.
- Whiteboard & Markers: For brainstorming and goal-setting.
- Notebooks/Laptops: For members to take notes and complete assignments.
- Handouts: Overview of the club, yearly schedule, and expectations.
Methods:
- Presentation (45 min):
- Overview of the club’s mission, structure, and goals.
- Discussion of key robotics concepts that will be covered over the year.
- Introduction to staff and members.
- Brainstorming Session (30 min):
- Members will split into groups to brainstorm their personal goals and how they align with the club’s objectives.
- Share group goals and discuss how to achieve them throughout the year.
- Interactive Discussion (45 min):
- Engage the members in setting specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound (SMART) goals.
- Highlight how teamwork and individual research will contribute to overall success.
- Q&A Session (30 min):
- Open floor for members to ask questions about the club’s structure and goals.
- Clarify the expectations for self-learning, collaboration, and innovation.
Results and Discussion:
- Results:
- Members will leave with a clear understanding of the Robotics Club’s structure, events, and expectations.
- Each member/group will have a set of personalized goals for the year.
- Discussion:
- How individual goals can contribute to collective success.
- The importance of commitment, teamwork, and research in achieving club goals.
- Address concerns and refine goals as needed.
Conclusion:
- The first meeting sets the foundation for the year, with members understanding their roles and responsibilities.
- Goals established will serve as benchmarks for future progress.