ABSTRACT
One of the most critical activities you tackle when designing instruction is the definition of the learning outcomes. Learning outcomes evolve from the identified goals and KASIs, are written from the viewpoint of the learner, and communicate precisely what the learner should know, feel, and/or be able to do following the learning experience. Since they specify what should “come out” of the learning experience, outcomes indicate how the learner will be assessed and provide guidance on the strategies to use for the learning experience. As a result, the outcomes, assessments, and teaching/learning strategies in your design should reflect each other or be aligned, so that they support the learner in mastering the required knowledge and skills. Outcomes also provide accountability and a way to measure the success of your instruction. A list of all the aligned outcomes, assessments, and strategies provides your stakeholders with the essence of your instructional plan and, when approved, these aligned elements help you organize your design and ensure that you cover all that is essential in the instruction.
