SMART Learning Outcomes

What does the 'S' in SMART learning outcomes stand for?

• Satisfactory

• Sensible

• Specific

• Strategic

How can learning outcomes be made more specific?

• Make learning outcomes vague and ambiguous

• Define specific learning objectives with measurable outcomes, use action verbs, and set clear criteria for success.

• Avoid using action verbs in defining learning objectives

• Set unclear criteria for success

Why is it important for learning outcomes to have measurable criteria?

• Measurable criteria make learning outcomes confusing and subjective.

• Measurable criteria hinder the educational process and creativity.

• Measurable criteria enable clear assessment and objective evaluation of learning outcomes.

• Having measurable criteria is irrelevant for assessing learning outcomes.

What is meant by achievable goals in learning outcomes?

• Unrealistic and unattainable objectives

• Unlimited timeframe with no specific effort level

• Vague and undefined targets

• Realistic and attainable objectives within a defined timeframe or effort level.

How can the relevance of learning outcomes to the learning process be ensured?

• By using outdated assessment methods

• By ignoring feedback from students

• By evaluating learning outcomes sporadically

• By aligning learning outcomes with the curriculum, using appropriate assessment methods, providing feedback, and evaluating continuously.

Why should learning outcomes be time-bound?

• Learning outcomes should be time-bound to allow for indefinite procrastination.

• Learning outcomes should be time-bound to provide a clear timeline for achieving specific goals and objectives.

• Learning outcomes should be time-bound to create unnecessary pressure on learners.

• Learning outcomes should be time-bound to hinder progress and growth.

In SMART learning outcomes, what does the 'M' represent?

• Memorable

• Meaningful

• Measurable

• Mandatory

What is an example of a measurable criteria for a learning outcome?

• 80% of students will score above 90% on the final exam.

• Students will enjoy the learning process.

• 50% of students will score above 70% on the final exam.

• All students will pass the course.

How can one ensure that learning outcomes are achievable?

• Break down outcomes into specific objectives, align with students' abilities, provide support, monitor progress, adjust instruction

• Provide no support or resources

• Ignore students' abilities, set unrealistic goals

• Never monitor progress or adjust instruction

Why is it important for learning outcomes to be relevant to the learning process?

• Irrelevant learning outcomes lead to better student engagement

• Relevant learning outcomes facilitate student engagement, retention, and understanding.

• Learning outcomes should be completely unrelated to the learning process

• Relevant learning outcomes hinder student understanding