Sometimes standards and benchmarks are worded so specfically that the goal itself is confounded with the means to its attainment. Having articulated the main purpose of the learning goal, the core and variable instructional components, and some possible scaffolds, revisit the wording of the standard and benchmark. If there is overly specific language about the means, media, or methods, reword the goal to eliminate it. Consider your students as you review the goal and edit the benchmark according to their skills, needs and interests. Check the Goal Setting Mentor for a Model. Standard/Benchmark not selected Main focus not selected Core Components none selected   Variable Components none selected   Scaffolds none selected or specified   Reword Goal: