Category Archives: Module04

Module 04 & Module 05 Recap

RIOs/RLOs

We started off with a discussion about RIOs and RLOs. We had a long discussion about the structure of RLOs and RIOs and how they may be used within the context of instruction. If you are struggling with this concept, please ask. The threaded discussion for Module 05 is a great place for that.

In-class Exercises -Module 04 and Module 05

This week in class we revisited Module 4 along with Module 5.

We then did two in-class exercises. One focuses just on thinking about using Clarke’s Architectures to plan instruction. The second was a longer exercise that covered Module 4 and Module 5. This exercise has you writing objectives and then planning instruction.

For those who missed class, below is a link to the exercise. You should complete the two exercises and return to me.

YEARS ago I created a 2-pager on objectives for the Motivation Course. While the point there was to focus on the affective domain, the general description applies.

One way to start writing objectives is to start by creating a table and then writing the objective.
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Module 04: The Role of Objectives in ID Planning

Writing Objectives is an important part of the ID process. Too often people will come up with aims or goals but don’t take the time write objectives. Objectives really set up a roadmap for the ID process. Without them the process, and the product, will suffer.

In this Module we will focus on objectives and how to write good objectives. In the Evernote notebook you will find the readings for this Module. There are quite a few there. Keep in mind that major goals of this module are that you understand why objectives are important (Romi Chapters, readings 02-04) and how to write objectives (readings 05-07) at the different levels Blooms Taxonomy (reading 08).

Part 1: Introduction to Objectives

Part 2: Writing Objectives