The document discusses the importance of developing learning objectives for online courses. It explains that learning objectives are specific and measurable statements of what students should be able to do upon completing a course. The document outlines several key benefits of creating clear learning objectives, including providing a common understanding between faculty and students, guiding course design and assessments, and ensuring programs meet accreditation standards. It also reviews best practices for writing learning objectives, such as using action verbs and considering taxonomies like Bloom's Taxonomy.

1. A Comprehensive Approach to Designing Online Courses Developing Objectives Christina Sax ACADEMIC ■ IMPRESSIONS

10. Layering Goals and Objectives Program Goals Course Goals Course Objectives Module Objectives Weekly Objectives Broad Specific

11. Scaffolding Goals & Objectives Course Goal 1 Course Objective 1 Course Objective 2 Course Objective 3 Course Goal 2 Course Objective 4 Course Objective 5 Course Objective 6

14. Bloom’s Taxonomy - 1956 Evaluation Synthesis Analysis Application Comprehension Knowledge Higher Order Lower Order Handout 3 Use Appropriate Verbs!

17. Cognitive Processing of Knowledge Create Evaluate Analyze Apply Understand Remember Higher Order Lower Order

18. Using Bloom’s 2001 Encyclopedia of Educational Technology