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John Spacey, October 16, 2018 updated on August 19, 2022
Learning goals are knowledge and abilities that participants gain from training or education. These are designed to show the value of a learning program, session or exercise. Learning goals are typically expressed with action verbs that illustrate what participants will be able to do or demonstrate upon completion of learning. The following are illustrative examples. | advance | | discuss | | narrate | | analyze | | distinguish | | operate | | apply | | draft | | optimise | | appraise | | draw | | organize | | architect | | dream up | | originate | | argue | | elaborate | | perform | | arrange | | employ | | plan | | assemble | | endeavor | | practice | | assess | | establish | | predict | | build | | estimate | | prepare | | calculate | | evaluate | | present | | catalogue | | execute | | produce | | categorize | | exercise | | promote | | challenge | | expand | | propose | | chart | | experiment | | prove | | choose | | express | | qualify | | classify | | extend | | quantify | | collect | | extrapolate | | rank | | compare | | figure out | | rate | | complete | | find | | receive | | compose | | forge | | recognize | | comprehend | | form | | reflect | | conceive | | forecast | | relate | | conclude | | formulate | | report | | conduct | | frame | | research | | configure | | gauge | | respond | | confirm | | generate | | review | | consider | | give examples | | revise | | construct | | identity | | role-play | | contemplate | | illustrate | | score | | create | | imagine | | scrutinize | | critique | | improve | | select | | cultivate | | increase | | shape | | debate | | inspect | | simplify | | decrease | | integrate | | sketch | | deduce | | interpret | | solve | | defend | | invent | | structure | | define | | investigate | | summarize | | demonstrate | | judge | | support | | design | | justify | | survey | | determine | | layout | | take | | develop | | lead | | test | | devise | | list | | theorize | | diagnose | | make | | undergo | | differentiate | | manage | | undertake | | direct | | map | | use | | discern | | measure | | verify | | discover | | modify | | weigh |
DiscussDiscuss information security challenges with other industry experts to gain insight into current threats, vulnerabilities and preventative measures.DistinguishDistinguish between different species of Owl that are native to North America based on visual and auditory information.ApplyApply principles of sustainability to the architecture and design of green buildings.AppraiseAppraise the value of infrastructure assets using economic benefit modelling.
ArchitectArchitect software according to constraints, requirements and best practices.PerformPerform quality assurance investigations to establish root cause and recommend improvements.EmployEmploy creativity techniques to develop non-obvious solutions to intractable problems.PracticePractice Shodo calligraphy to cultivate an appreciation of the art.
AssessAssess risk probability and risk impact using reference class forecasting.BuildBuild a computer from components including installation and configuration of a linux operating system.CalculateCalculate risk estimates using probability distributions.ProduceProduce a business plan that includes a pitch, revenue model, operational strategy, budget and return on investment estimate.
CategorizeCategorize species of animal according to the Linnaean taxonomy.ChallengeChallenge ideas in debate with industry leaders to formuate new insights into waste management practices.ExperimentExperiment with small plots to identify companion plantings that can be scaled at the commercial level.ExpressExpress expectations in a close-ended and direct way that is not open to misinterpretation.
ExtendExtend your knowledge of design to solve problems in domains that aren't traditionally viewed as design-oriented.CollectCollect field samples in a consistent and safe way that ensures the validity of experiments.CompareCompare marketing strategies by identifying risk, developing cost estimates and calculating return on investment.CompleteComplete the Japanese-Language Proficiency Test at the N1 level to verify native level proficiency.
RecognizeRecognize resistance to change and apply change management techniques to develop and empower agents of change.FormForm positive team norms using coaching techniques such as knowledge of performance.ForecastForecast issues based on moment of risk and risk probabilities.FormulateFormulate sales strategy in an environment of contraints and competition.ResearchResearch case law to advise legal teams and clients.RespondRespond to incidents with effective troubleshooting techniques to reduce mean time to repair.GenerateGenerate lists of risks and opportunities using defensive pessimissm.ConsiderConsider composition details such as color, contour, dimension, medium, melody, space, texture, balance, dominance, contrast, harmony, propostion and rhythm in the appreciation of art.ConstructConstruct durable products using composite materials and honeycomb structures.ContemplateContemplate the impact of technological change on culture and quality of life.ImagineImagine new systems of transportation that challenge the status quo.CritiqueCritique the work of peers using a constructive criticism approach.CultivateCultivate an intuitive understanding of Japanese aesthetics.InspectInspect compositive materials to evaluate wear and tear.IntegrateIntegrate risk management into your strategy, planning and project execution practices.DeduceDeduce the cause of mechnical failures with visual inspection techniques.DefendDefend your ideas using ethos, pathos and logos.InvestigateInvestigate the sources of indoor air pollution using material safety data.SupportSupport the ideas of others using positive criticism.DesignDesign information services using design for privacy techniques.LayoutLayout a floor plan that conforms to client requirements and constraints including space and budget.DevelopDevelop a basic 3D game engine to learn the principles and mathmatical models of 3D graphics.DeviseDevise pricing tactics to manage severe price competition.MakeMake a paper airplane that can travel long distances with an iterative test and improve approach.ManageManage decision making processes using decision modeling and mapping techniques.MeasureMeasure employee productivity for a wide variety of roles, responsibilities and goals.DiscoverDiscover new business models by engaging with the founders of innovative startups.Notes Learning objective is a similar concept to learning goal with the two terms often used interchangeably. The difference is that goals are end-results and objectives may include meaningful steps on the path to goals. In practice, the two terms are synonymous.
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