- One of the most effective ways to give children agency is to allow them to set their own goals. Rather than giving them tasks or giving them your goals allow them to set their own agenda. - This is particularly effective in allowing the facilitator as well to understand how they can help the child. - It is important to note that these goals should not put pressure on the child and they should feel no embarrassment or shame to share the goals as well as the progress they are making. - Of course it's important that learners also understand [[Knowing What it Means to Know]] so they can assess themselves and continue their [[Self Directed Learning]]