CHILD DEVELOPMENT PEDAGOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -Learning goals and objectives generally describe what an instructor, program, or institution aims to do, whereas, a learning outcome describes in observable and measurable terms what a student is able to do as a result of completing a learning experience (e.g., course, project, or unit).

Detailed explanation-2: -What are the differences between Objectives and Outcomes? Objectives are intended results or consequences of instruction, curricula, programs, or activities. Outcomes are achieved results or consequences of what was learned; i.e., evidence that learning took place.

Detailed explanation-3: -Learning objective: Why the teacher is creating a learning activity. Example: This training session will discuss the new policy for reporting travel expenses. Learning outcome: What the learner will gain from the learning activity. Example: The learner understands how to properly report travel expenses.

Detailed explanation-4: -Learning outcomes characteristics: Specific, measurable, achievable and relevant student-centered statements. Expectations for what students are able to do independently by the end of the course. References to changes in students’ knowledge, abilities and/or skills.