First steps into Designing your Course

Introduction to Learning Objectives

 

 

Learning Objectives

At the end of this chapter, you will be able to:

 
  • Grasp what a Learning Objective is and identify its importance in a training
  • Define what the Bloom's Taxonomy is and identify each cognitive level
  • Retain what SMART is and predict with examples if a learning goal can be classified as such
  • Recognize the concept of pedagogical alignment
  • Identify from different examples if the learning objective, the activity and the assessment are pedagogically well-aligned
  • Write two SMART learning goals by using action verbs

 

Exercise

 

Exercise

 

Exercise

 

Exercise

 

Exercise

 

Activity

🎯 Write your own Learning Objective!

Objective: In this activity, you will apply the principles of instructional design and alignment that you've learned. Your task is to formulate two clear and effective learning goals for the training program you imagined in the previous steps.

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    Instructions:

     

    1. Reflect on Your Training Program:

      • Think about the training program you envisioned in the previous steps.
      • Consider the target audience, themes, concepts, and activities you designed.

    2. Identify Key Learning Outcomes:

      • Identify two key things you want participants to achieve or learn from your training.

    3. Crafting Learning Goals:

      • Formulate two learning goals using specific and measurable language.
      • Utilize action verbs to describe what participants will do or know.
      • Ensure your goals are aligned with the themes and concepts of your training.

    4. Alignment Check:

      • Reflect on how well your learning goals align with the overall intentions of your training program.

    5. Sharing Your Learning Goals:

      • Choose one of the following options to share your learning goals:

        • Option 1 (Forum): Post your learning goals in the forum, providing a brief explanation of their alignment with your training.
        • Option 2 (H5P Essay): Use the H5P Essay activity below to write a short essay outlining your learning goals and their relevance to your training.

    6. Engage in Discussion:

      • If you choose the forum option, engage in discussions with your peers by commenting on their learning goals.