Taxonomy of Learning
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Cognitive Level
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Description
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| Knowledge | Sample Question | Recognize and recall facts, concepts, ideas |
| Comprehension | Sample Question | Demonstrate understanding of learned knowledge and relate to previous learning |
| Application | Sample Question | Use learned knowledge in new situations |
| Analysis | S |
Break down learned knowledge into parts and see interrelationships |
| Synthesis | Sample Question | Summarize learned knowledge for use in solving problems |
| Evaluation | Sample Question | Make decisions or judgment on the value of the material based on specific criteria |
It is important to match the language and intent (verbs) of the objective with the language and intent of the assessment instrument.
| Adaptive Dimension Main Page | Adapting Evaluation |