Questions and Answers
What are the five components of the SMART framework for writing learning objectives?
Name the three domains of Bloom's Taxonomy.
Cognitive, Psychomotor, Affective
The A-B-C-D format stands for Audience, Behaviour, Condition, and ______.
Degree
The measurable criterion is part of Robert Mager's framework.
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What should performance-based objectives prescribe?
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Which level of Bloom's Taxonomy involves applying knowledge in new situations?
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How many levels are there in Bloom's Taxonomy?
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Study Notes
Learning Objectives Overview
- Learning Objectives are crucial for aligning training programs with the needs of participants, L&D departments, and senior management.
- Effective Learning Objectives guide program design, delivery, and evaluation.
SMART Framework for Learning Objectives
- Specific: Clearly defined objectives that identify the expected outcome.
- Measurable: Objectives must be quantifiable to track progress and success.
- Attainable: Goals should be realistic and achievable for participants.
- Relevant: Objectives must align with broader goals and the needs of learners.
- Timely: Clear deadlines should be set for achieving objectives.
Bloom’s Taxonomy
- A framework consisting of three domains: Cognitive, Psychomotor, and Affective.
Cognitive Domain Levels
- Knowledge: Involves defining, listing, and recalling information.
- Comprehension: Ability to translate and explain concepts in personal terms.
- Application: Using knowledge in new, practical situations.
- Analysis: Breaking knowledge into parts for comparison and questioning.
- Synthesis: Creating new ideas or models by organizing existing knowledge.
- Evaluation: Critiquing and assessing information to form justified opinions.
Robert Mager’s Framework
- Focuses on performance-based objectives detailing what employees should be able to do post-training.
Essential Characteristics
- Performance: Observable actions expected from the learner.
- Condition: The circumstances under which the performance is measured.
- Criterion: Standards or benchmarks for acceptable performance.
A-B-C-D Format for Objectives
- Audience: Who will be targeted by the training.
- Behaviour: Specific actions learners are expected to perform.
- Condition: Context or environment in which the behavior should occur.
- Degree: Level of performance expected, indicating the proficiency required.
Flexible Objectives
- Learning objectives can be adapted to suit varying training contexts and participant needs, ensuring relevancy and effectiveness.
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Description
This quiz focuses on how to create effective learning objectives using the SMART framework. Participants will explore each component of this method to ensure objectives are specific, measurable, attainable, relevant, and time-bound. It caters to managers, the L&D department, and senior management involved in program design and delivery.
