Learning objectives
We mentioned learning objectives at a high level earlier in this book. Now, we will look at how to apply the concept as we focus on activities. The learning objectives you select should clearly and concisely express the performative outcomes of your course. They will appear in the syllabus as well. Keep in mind that effective learning objectives use action verbs that tie to Bloom's Taxonomy, and they result in actions that are measurable and tie directly to the course unit or the entire course. Bloom's Taxonomy is arranged as a hierarchy, with the more fundamental outcomes such as Identify forming at the base and more complex and abstract ones such as Create at the top. Think of the different levels of the hierarchy as building blocks.
You can use the following process to write learning objectives:
- Identify what you want the learner to be able to do.
- Identify the level of knowledge of Bloom's Taxonomy.
- Select a verb that ties to...
