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4.2 Learning objects

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Last modified: 4 April 2007

Contents

  1. What is a learning object?
    1. Additional definitions
    2. Parts of a learning object

What is a learning object?

A learning object is self-contained digital content with an apparent instructional objective.

Additional definitions

self-contained
A learning object must include the information to be learned. Primary content to be learned should be internal to the learning object; that is, the instructional value of a learning object must not depend on external content. However, reference to quality material external tot he learning object should not be discouraged.
apparent instructional objective
The intended learning outcomes should be clear to the learner and/or instructor. The presence of an apparent instructional objective does not preclude the use of a learning object in other instructional contexts.

Parts of a learning object

A learning object may include activities, practice, and/or assessment that address the instructional objectives.