Writing Module Level Objectives

Much like course objectives, module objectives need to be specific, actionable, and measurable, and written from the learner's perspective. You can use the same formula for writing module objectives as course objectives; just keep in mind that the focus is much more discrete. Course level learning objectives are broad in focus; whereas module level learning objectives dig down into the component parts of those broader learning objectives. Let's look at an example.

Course level learning objective:

Articulate the history, major figures, significant texts and modern contexts for both Eastern and Western religions such as Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism, Taoism, Confucianism, Shinto, Zoroastrianism, Judaism, Christianity, Islam and Bahá’í.

Sample Module level learning objectives from different modules in the same course:

• Explain the origins and historical development of Hinduism.

• Compare and contrast the major sects or branches of Hinduism today.

• Define basic Jain & Buddhist terms and concepts.

• Explain the origins and historical development of Jainism & Buddhism.

• Define basic Daoist, Confucian & Shinto terms and concepts.

• Explain the origins and historical development of Daoism, Confucianism & Shinto.

We can see in this example how the module level learning objectives break the course level learning objectives into more discrete pieces. Take a look at the sample course map below to better understand how module objectives align to course objectives.