This document discusses how to properly write learning objectives for training programs. It explains that objectives should be specific, measurable outcomes that indicate what participants will be able to do after completing the training. Objectives should include a performance, condition, and criteria component. Examples are provided of well-written objectives that specify the expected behavior, conditions, and standards of performance. The document also provides exercises for writing objectives and emphasizes that objectives are the foundation for designing an effective training program.

1. Writing
“Learning Objectives”
By: Pushkar Purohit

2. Objective:- In this program, participants will
learn to write properly constructed learning
objectives.
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3. What are Program Objectives?
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First Step in the design process. Results rather than procedure.

4. Why Set Program Objectives?
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Serve as Contract. Serve as the basis for design of the
program.

5. Types of Program Objectives
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Attitude Development Skill Development
Knowledge
Development

6. Essential Characteristics
 Objective & Measurable
Action Oriented Statements
Specific about what the participants will be able to do
Specific about the conditions under which the participants will be performing.
Indicate the minimum level of performance acceptable.
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7. Components
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Performance Condition Criteria

8. Examples
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 Employees will answer the telephone(performance) within three rings(criterion) using the standard greeting(condition).
 Participants will be able to help customers achieve desired outcomes(performance) with appropriate patients(criterion)
with Cipla products, devices and services(condition).

9. Exercise: Examine each of the following objectives from a “leadership program”
& decide whether it is a well-stated program objective. If not, change it so that it
is acceptable, noting what component needs to be added.
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 Develop an understanding of the leader’s role. Explain the leader’s role in today’s business environment.
 Know the difference between authority of rank and authority of respect. Distinguish between authority of rank and authority of respect.
 Understand the theories of motivation. Explain the theories of motivation.
 Know the characteristics of a leader. Identify the characteristics of an effective leader.
 Know the role of the manager in a team environment. Explain the role of the manager in a team environment.

10. Program Objectives Worksheet:- Choose a
particular topic from your own situation &
write program objectives that include all
three components.
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Instructions: In the box to the right of each component, write the
specific piece(s) of information that satisfy that component.
Condition
-What participants will be given
-Tools, Supplies,equipment
-Use of notes, simulated situation
Behavior/Action
-What participant will be doing
-Emphasis on verb
What can be observed
Criteria
-What standards apply
-Time Limits
-Degree of accuracy
-Level of performance

11. Key Points
Objectives serve as the starting point and basis for
the program design & development.
Objectives are outcome based, written from
participants’ point of view.
An objective should describe behavior that can be
observed.
An objective may also explain the circumstances
under which the participant will be performing the
activity.
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12. Remember
• At first, the practice of writing objectives may seem difficult, tedious, and
time-consuming. With practice, though, it will become easy.
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