Learning outcomes define what students should know or be able to do at the end of a course. They require actionable, measurable verbs.
However, writing effective learning outcomes can be prone to certain pitfalls, including the use of overly complex language and ambiguous verbs and terms.
Troubleshooting examples
Below are examples of common issues, along with explanations and suggested improvements. It can be helpful to review each example and troubleshoot the learning outcomes before clicking to reveal the suggested response.
Example 1: Understand the strengths and weaknesses of data models.
Example 2: Have an enhanced appreciation of the contemporary education landscape.
Example 3: Be familiar with a broad sample of scholarship on the contemporary education landscape.
Example 4: Clarify their knowledge of these concepts.
Example 5: Effectively apply educational theories to real-world teaching scenarios through the design and evaluation of lesson plans.
Example 6: Demonstrate a multifaceted understanding of pedagogical theories and their applications in a variety of educational contexts.
Some other verbs or terms to avoid when writing learning outcomes