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The Objectively Speaking web contains a one hour instructional module on writing educational objectives using an instructional design approach. There are two main components: the module itself and background information on the instructional design process used to develop the module.
The module consists of the following:
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"Objectively Speaking", the script for a three-act play to be performed by students
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A sample mind map, to be used for guidance at the appropriate point in Act One (directions in script)
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Uncle Cabac's Mind Map, to be used at the appropriate point in Act One (directions in script)
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A practice exercise on writing objectives which is to be done during Act Two
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A rubric to be used during Act Three to evaluate the quality of the objective that each student develops
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Sample props: 2 copies of the word, "Objectives"; labels to be taped to tea boxes; and the cover of a book that can be created by the instructor. Eyeglasses, paper, markers, colored pocket folders, and certificates of completion will need to be supplied by the instructor.
The related information provided consists of the following:
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An instructional design document providing an overview of the process and product
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Summary of a learner and context analysis that was done as part of the instructional design process used to develop the module
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A list of the objectives and skills addressed by the module
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Student assessment information, including a pre-/post-test that can be used with students to determine what they knew before using the module and what they learned from it.
For additional information, you may contact Betsy Justice at lkjusti1@kent.edu