LEARNING OUTCOMES: CEDEFOP

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

To provide a fixed curriculum that all learners must follow

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

To evaluate the performance of teachers during instruction

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

As detailed instructions for teaching methods

In general terms that allow for wide interpretation

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

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

To ensure consistency and coherence across education and training systems

To allow institutions to use different terminology for the same skills

To reduce the workload for educators developing new programs