What You Need to Write Better Learning Objectives (for Instructional Design)

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Have you ever received a problem from a client that was a bit... vague?
Or maybe the big picture was more like a smudged canvas, making it hard to see how the solution would truly impact the learner.
That's where mastering the art of writing good learning objectives can really make a difference.
But what makes a learning objective truly effective?
In this video, Kristin Dominguez guides us through analyzing business challenges so you can uncover the underlying value for your learners (while still staying aligned to the big picture).
She breaks down her process step-by-step, to help you dissect the problem, pinpoint the goal, and (most importantly) navigate those real-life moments when things are anything but clear.
Make sure to keep watching for the bonus quiz questions at the end of the video to help you practice!
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0:00 Introduction
1:07 Look at the Bigger Picture
2:11 Exemplar Learning Objective
2:53 The Challenge
4:11 The Goal
5:23 The Knowledge & Skills
6:54 The Final Result
7:14 Tips for Reality
9:22 Quiz Time!
15:07 Wrap Up

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Writing learning objectives is a foundational skill for all instructional designers. By writing meaningful, measurable objectives, you give yourself a solid blueprint that can guide the rest of your instructional design decisions. 👉 Grab the Become an ID checklist here: www.devlinpeck.com/become-an-id-checklist

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