Using Bloom’s Taxonomy to Write Student Learning Outcomes

What is it about?

Faculty often use Bloom’s taxonomy when they write student learning outcomes. This article discusses the value of Bloom’s taxonomy as a heuristic for writing measurable student learning outcomes. It also discusses other factors faculty should consider when they want to describe different the levels of expertise attained by students who complete an associate’s, bachelor’s, or graduate degree.

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Why is it important?

Faculty need to clearly describe the learning they intend to promote in courses, including the level of expertise this learning represents. The author discusses strategies (including using Bloom’s Taxonomy) for doing this.