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What Is a SMART Goal and How AI Helps Write It

ai in special education Jun 30, 2025

SMART goals are essential to an effective IEP. But most goals we see aren’t SMART; they’re vague, hard to track, and meaningless when it comes to measuring progress. AI can help you fix that.

What Makes a Goal SMART?

A SMART goal is:

  • Specific
  • Measurable
  • Achievable
  • Relevant
  • Time-bound

Use ChatGPT to Strengthen Goals

Paste in the current goal and ask: “Rewrite this to be SMART with a measurable benchmark.” Add grade level and subject for accuracy.

ChatGPT won’t know your child, but it can turn generic goals into drafts you can refine and bring to the table with confidence.


📍 Want ready-to-use SMART prompts? Join the FREE AI in Special Education webinar series.