A properly stated instructional objective-
1.Is learner oriented;
2.Contains one measurable behavior, or "action" statement;
3.Defines the conditions of performance that will affect the behavior;
4.Defines the standards of acceptable performance.
Learner Oriented
Instructional objectives should describe what the learner will be able to do after completing the instruction. Don't describe what will happen in class, what the instructor will do or what topics will be covered. When you write objectives, you are speaking to the learner.
One Measurable Behavior
Instructional objectives use terms that describe the behavior, or action that the learner will carry out upon successful completion of the instruction. It is very important that your objectives contain one and only one such behavior.
For example: calculate square root; remove a fuel pump; state the definition of; identify the correct setting; list the steps in the proper sequence; etc.
Conditions
The objective should describe any circumstances that make it harder or easier to perform the action, or to clarify exactly what the student will be expected to do.
For example:
•Given a calculator...
•Given all necessary hand tools and the technical manual...
•From memory...
•Given a simulated control panel...
Standards
Standards specify the degree of proficiency needed to satisfy the objective. Standards might include a time limit, accuracy range, degree of quality or completeness and so on.
