This learning module is part of a larger collection of material dealing with educational psychology found in an e-book. This chapter deals with the dimensions of cognition first introduced by Dr. Bloom in the late 1950's and recently revised by one of his former students. It is researched based and appropriately referenced.
Type of Material:
Resource and interactive quiz.
Recommended Uses:
Introduction to Bloom's Taxonomy of Cognitive Educational Objectives. This module will lay a foundation for more through study of levels of cognition, and the interaction of cognition and levels of knowledge.
Technical Requirements:
Reader must have Microsoft PowerPoint. It is recommended that the reader also have Java on their computer. Works on both a MAC and PC platform.
Identify Major Learning Goals:
* Trace a history of Bloom's taxonomy * Provide an introduction and explanation of the revised taxonomy * Provide comparison between the original and revised versions of the taxonomy * Describe ways to use the taxonomy to encourage higher order thinking in classrooms
Target Student Population:
This electronic module is perfect for pre-service teachers in both an educational psychology, measurment and evaluation, and methods classes. It is also recommended that in-service teachers would benefit from this information to assist them in meeting the challenges of today's complex learning demands. This electronic learning module is appropriate for both graduate and undergraduate students in education.
Prerequisite Knowledge or Skills:
Background information in educational theory is certainly helpful.
Content Quality
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Strengths:
The content of this module is accurate and well referenced. A brief history of
the origional taxonomy is provided along with a comparison of the old and "revised" taxonomy. The reader is introduced not only to the new categories of the "Revised Taxonomy", but also the the Knowledge Dimension, and it's interaction with the Cognitive Dimension. The animated PowerPoint provides an excellent teaching tool for the classroom. The interactive quiz allows both learner and teacher to check for understanding both during and after the viewing of the module. The material appeals to the reader and visual learner, colorful, and interactive.
Concerns:
The animation and quiz are great examples of how to implement the taxonomy...however, both may have computer requirements that are not available to some users. It would be helpful if technical requirments were listed.
Potential Effectiveness as a Teaching Tool
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Strengths:
This electronic learning module has a variety of potential uses. It could easily be used in a web-based or web-enhanced course focused on the teaching learning process. The animated explanation is appealing and can be used as a source of review for a student who may have missed a lecture, did not understand one or more elements of the taxonomy, and then the interactive quiz provided quick and effective self-assessment of the material.
Ease of Use for Both Students and Faculty
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Strengths:
This e-learning module is very simple to use. Link could easily be added to a web-based course or web-supported course. The user will not find the navigation of this module difficult, in fact it is straight forward, scroll and click-and-play. The content is well referenced and an extensive bibliography is provided.
Concerns:
Student would need to have access to a PowerPoint reader or the program. Additionally, the animated "Bloom's Bakery" may require Java. It worked easily on a Mac, without any additional downloads, but offers no information as to what is required.
Other Issues and Comments:
This is a user friendly module that could fit in a number of teacher education courses.
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