Usually Specific aims/objectives can be described in a narrative form (format varies depending on the funder).

Usually Specific aims/objectives can be described in a narrative form (format varies depending on the funder). Objectives should specify a result rather than an activity. Objectives lead to your goal attainment. Use SMART objectives that show results and actions (Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Realistic, Timebound). Examples of SMART objective verbs include: increase, decrease, improve, reduce, maintain, establish, develop, provide, train, educate, improve access, build, demonstrate, increase numbers of people, services.

The next step in developing your proposal is to identify goals and objectives. Based on what you learned in this module about writing effective goals and objectives, create the overarching goal and key objectives for your proposed project. (Please review How to write goals and objectives for grant proposals for additional guidance.)

Learning Objective:

1. Create goals and objectives for your proposed project, making sure to follow SMART principles.

Assignment requirements:

This portion of the proposal should be approximately 1 page

Writing should follow current APA guidelines