Read about Goals and Plans on p. 169 and read about SMART goals on pages 172-173 of your text. Think about your educational goals. Do your plans include achieving a certificate, a degree, or perhaps transferring to one of our 4-year college or university partners? Your initial post should: Define your short- and long-term goals relating to your education at Ivy Tech Community College. Choose one of your goals and write a SMART goal. Be careful to follow the guidelines outlined in the text.