This Tip provides an example of a template to design learning objectives for training focused on changing attitudes.
In the lesson design process, we identify the key content to determine what must be taught so that all of the training goals will be accomplished.
Last week, we looked at the first template, which identifies the key content for skill building training.
This week, we’ll look at an example of the second template, which identifies the key content for training that focuses on changing attitudes. It uses active verbs and learning levels drawn from the Bloom’s Taxonomy of Affective Objectives
Example: Identifying Key Content for Changing Attitudes
Directions: (1) State the training title and goals;
(2) Follow the template;
(3) Keep in mind that the target level of learning is internalize.
Title: Why It’s Important to be on Time!
Learning Goals: The participants will recognize the importance of being on time [what] to ensure a less stressful and more productive work environment [why].
Learning Objectives: During this session, the participants will:
Action Verb: Key Content: Learning Level:
- [ clarify ] what it means to be on time Respond
[active verb] What it is
(definitions of terminology or standards)
- [ examine ] how it affects the participants when others Respond
are not on time
[active verb] Why care about it
(benefits or consequences of the content from
the learners’ perspective)
- [ explain] company work rules or contracts Value
[active verb] Why it is important
(moral, ethical, legal or conceptual requirements
or guidelines)
- [compare ] different strategies that can ensure getting Organize
to work on time
[active verb] How to recognize or accomplish it
(examples)
- [propose] what to do in different situations that Internalize
could result in tardiness
[active verb] What to do in different situations
(check for comprehension)
