Bates Outcomes Builder

The Bates Outcomes Builder provides a step-by-step process for the creation of clear and measurable Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs).

Learning outcomes are created in the CABD format, which stands for Condition, Audience, Behavior, and Degree.

We use the following theoretical frameworks:

Example

This is an example of an outcome created by Bates Outcome Builder.
Each part of the outcome is color coded.

Condition
circumstance, specification, setting
Audience
the student
Behavior
intent or performance expected
Degree
acceptable level of performance

"At successful completion of this course students will be able to describe mill setup procedures for work piece and fixture offsets."

Condition

Please state the conditions under which students will be expected to demonstrate this outcome.

Bates syllabi and Master Course Outlines (MCOs) usually say:
"At successful completion of this course..."

Audience

Typically, the generic term "students" is used, however be specific if writing your outcome for a narrow population.

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Behavior

one

Select a Domain

The Cognitive domain consists of thinking and development of intellectual skills
The Affective domain consists of how people interact with emotions and feelings
The Psychomotor domain consists of a person's physical movement, coordination, and use of the motor-skill

two

Select a Level

Level Definition & Example

Definition:

Example:

Each domain is broken into different levels. Each level represents an increase in difficulty of mastery. The levels are listed simple (top) to complex (bottom)

three

Select a Verb

four

Product

Please give a brief description of the product your audience will interact with. Refer to the example for details.

Degree

State the level of accuracy that you deem "proficient".

Examples: in a clinic/shop environment, with 80% accuracy, to industry standards.

Finished Product

Your Student Learning Outcome (SLO) is now complete!

, will be able to.

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