LEARNING OUTCOMES: CEDEFOP

What is the primary purpose of learning outcomes, according to Cedefop?

To describe what learners are expected to know, understand, and be able to do after a learning process

To provide a fixed curriculum that all learners must follow

To evaluate the performance of teachers during instruction

How should learning outcomes be formulated to ensure clarity and effectiveness?

In general terms that allow for wide interpretation

Using clear, action-oriented language that focuses on observable and measurable results

As detailed instructions for teaching methods

Why is aligning learning outcomes across qualifications, programs, and curricula important?

To ensure consistency and coherence across education and training systems

To reduce the workload for educators developing new programs

To allow institutions to use different terminology for the same skills