Learning Objectives for Education

Discussion: Writing Learning Outcomes and Learning Objectives for Education
Consider that learning outcomes inform us of where learners are going, while learning objectives tell us how they will get there as we return to our weekend hiking trip analogy. You have arrived at the trailhead and are ready to begin your hike to the summit of the mountain where you know there will be a stunning view of the lake below. What is involved with getting to your destination? First you have to know how to read a trail map. You have been using maps since you were a child, so that part is easy. However, there is a steep, rocky section near the top, so you will need to use some technical climbing skills to get past that part of the trail.

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You value these sorts of challenges, so you are confident that a positive attitude will enable you to forge ahead. The domains of learning are similar to the considerations a hiker must take when figuring out how they will get to their destination. While learning involves some degree of memorization, there is much more to the process that just building a database of facts within our heads. We apply various modes of thinking, practice skills that require motor coordination, and develop emotions and attitudes about learning. These aspects of learning are explained by the cognitive, psychomotor, and affective domains of learning, respectively.
Thus, when developing learning outcomes and objectives as a nurse educator, you must consider all of the domains of learning to provide a complete picture of how you will address a learning outcome or objective. For this discussion, you will analyze the anatomy of a learning objective with respect to the domains of learning and practice writing a learning outcome and learning objectives based on the learning needs you identified in last week’s gap analysis.
To prepare:
Review the Resources and media related to the Domains of Learning within Bloom’s Taxonomy, the anatomy of an objective, and the differences between outcomes and objectives.
Based on the gap/learning needs you identified in Part 1 of the Module 3 Assignment, consider how you will write one learning outcome and three (3) learning objectives that address the three domains of learning for the gap or learning need you identified.
Review and use the Educational Plan Template you previously used for your Part 1 of the Module 3 Assignment to guide your discussion.
By Day 3 of Week 6
Post a brief description of the gap you identified in Week 5 that will serve as the basis for your learning outcome. Then, for your chosen gap, create one (1) learning outcome and one (1) learning objective at the lowest level of each of the three domains of learning. In other words, you will write one learning outcome and a total of three (3) learning objectives that address the outcome.

Read a selection of your colleagues’ responses.
Note: For this Discussion, you are required to complete your initial post before you will be able to view and respond to your colleagues’ postings. Begin by clicking on the “Post to Discussion Question” link and then select “Create Thread” to complete your initial post. Remember, once you click on Submit, you cannot delete or edit your own posts, and you cannot post anonymously. Please check your post carefully before clicking on Submit!

By Day 6 of Week 6
Respond to at least two of your colleagues on two different days by determining the following:
Whether the outcome addresses the stated learning gap; if it does not appropriately address the learning gap, rewrite the outcome to address the gap or learning need.
Whether the objectives address the stated domain; if the objective does not address the stated domain, identify the domain that it addresses as written and rewrite the objective for the stated domain.
Submission and Grading Information
Grading Criteria
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Week 6 Discussion Rubric

Post by Day 3 of Week 6 and Respond by Day 6 of Week 6
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Main Posting
45 (45%) – 50 (50%)
Answers all parts of the Discussion question(s) with reflective critical analysis and synthesis of knowledge gained from the course readings for the module and current credible sources. Supported by at least three current, credible sources. Written clearly and concisely with no grammatical or spelling errors and fully adheres to current APA manual writing rules and style.
40 (40%) – 44 (44%)
Responds to the Discussion question(s) and is reflective with critical analysis and synthesis of knowledge gained from the course readings for the module. At least 75% of post has exceptional depth and breadth. Supported by at least three credible sources. Written clearly and concisely with one or no grammatical or spelling errors and fully adheres to current APA manual writing rules and style.
35 (35%) – 39 (39%)
Responds to some of the Discussion question(s). One or two criteria are not addressed or are superficially addressed. Is somewhat lacking reflection and critical analysis and synthesis. Somewhat represents knowledge gained from the course readings for the module. Post is cited with two credible sources. Written somewhat concisely; may contain more than two spelling or grammatical errors. Contains some APA formatting errors.
0 (0%) – 34 (34%)
Does not respond to the Discussion question(s) adequately. Lacks depth or superficially addresses criteria. Lacks reflection and critical analysis and synthesis. Does not represent knowledge gained from the course readings for the module. Contains only one or no credible sources. Not written clearly or concisely. Contains more than two spelling or grammatical errors. Does not adhere to current APA manual writing rules and style.
Main Post: Timeliness
10 (10%) – 10 (10%)
Posts main post by Day 3.
0 (0%) – 0 (0%)
0 (0%) – 0 (0%)
0 (0%) – 0 (0%)
Does not post main post by Day 3.
First Response
17 (17%) – 18 (18%)
Response exhibits synthesis, critical thinking, and application to practice settings. Provides clear, concise opinions and ideas that are supported by at least two scholarly sources. Demonstrates synthesis and understanding of Learning Objectives. Communication is professional and respectful to colleagues. Responses to faculty questions are fully answered, if posed. Response is effectively written in standard, edited English.
15 (15%) – 16 (16%)
Response exhibits critical thinking and application to practice settings. Communication is professional and respectful to colleagues. Responses to faculty questions are answered, if posed. Provides clear, concise opinions and ideas that are supported by two or more credible sources. Response is effectively written in standard, edited English.
13 (13%) – 14 (14%)
Response is on topic and may have some depth. Responses posted in the Discussion may lack effective professional communication. Responses to faculty questions are somewhat answered, if posed. Response may lack clear, concise opinions and ideas, and a few or no credible sources are cited.
0 (0%) – 12 (12%)
Response may not be on topic and lacks depth. Responses posted in the Discussion lack effective professional communication. Responses to faculty questions are missing. No credible sources are cited.
Second Response
16 (16%) – 17 (17%)
Response exhibits synthesis, critical thinking, and application to practice settings. Provides clear, concise opinions and ideas that are supported by at least two scholarly sources. Demonstrates synthesis and understanding of Learning Objectives. Communication is professional and respectful to colleagues. Responses to faculty questions are fully answered, if posed. Response is effectively written in standard, edited English.
14 (14%) – 15 (15%)
Response exhibits critical thinking and application to practice settings. Communication is professional and respectful to colleagues. Responses to faculty questions are answered, if posed. Provides clear, concise opinions and ideas that are supported by two or more credible sources. Response is effectively written in standard, edited English.
12 (12%) – 13 (13%)
Response is on topic and may have some depth. Responses posted in the Discussion may lack effective professional communication. Responses to faculty questions are somewhat answered, if posed. Response may lack clear, concise opinions and ideas, and a few or no credible sources are cited.
0 (0%) – 11 (11%)
Response may not be on topic and lacks depth. Responses posted in the Discussion lack effective professional communication. Responses to faculty questions are missing. No credible sources are cited.
Participation
5 (5%) – 5 (5%)
Meets requirements for participation by posting on three different days.
0 (0%) – 0 (0%)
0 (0%) – 0 (0%)
0 (0%) – 0 (0%)
Does not meet requirements for participation by posting on three different days.
Total Points: 100
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