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Learning Objectives for "Informational" Courses
I had a conversation about this very thing the other day and a friend shared a video that challenges some conventional wisdom on learning objectives. It differentiates different objectives for different audiences (designers, sponsors, learners, etc.) and whether or not there's benefit to putting the "...after completing this course you will be able to..." wording in courses. I liked the pragmatic perspective. See what you think Who Are Objectives For?
I think info dumps dumps are a fact of life for developers. I like SydneyClifton​ 's positive take on how to make the most of them! 😊
Personal opinion on this, learning objectives are great to establish what needs to be included in the session/training. As learning professionals, we understand them. If there's an assessment, we know what information is essential for them to know to pass it.
However, regardless of the content the question to consider is does the average learner care about them? Or would they prefer to know why it's important they complete the session/training?
I prefer telling them the benefit they will get, the WIIFM as JudyNollet​ has said. How will it help them as opposed to 'they will be able to...'.