A learning objective should contain:

  • Performance - a description of the measureable, observable behavior/attitude
    • Good :)
      • Be able to write alphabets
      • Be able to draw lines
    • Poor :(
      • Be able to understand chemistry.
      • Be able to appreciate music. 

  

  • Condition - a description of the circumstances under which the performance will be carried out 
    • Good :)
      • Using a metric ruler
      • Given a set of whole numbers

 

  • Criterion - a description of the desired or appropriate level of the performance, indicating mastery of the objective
    • Speed
      • in or under two hours
      • before March 1, 2013
    • Accuracy
      • within two inches of accuracy
      • to the nearest whole number 

Activity 2

  • Write down some of your actual learning objectives and share them with other participants.
  • Examine and identify the three components in your learning objectives.
  • Discuss how your objectives might be improved.
  • List a few skills, knowledge, and attitudes that you want to produce in your students upon completion of an instructional unit.