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Moving from general topics to specific learning objectives

First draft: Lewis Structures, VSEPR Theory, Valence Bond Theory

Tip: These are topics the learner should know, but we're interested in tasks the learner needs to do.

Revision: Know about Lewis Dot Structures.

Tip: Choose a more specific verb. "Know" is difficult to measure. Try using the list of action verbs as a guide (see below).

Revision: Draw and interpret a Lewis Dot Structure.

Tip: This is These are actually two objectives (i.e. "Draw and interpret"). Focus on one at a time.

Revision: Draw a Lewis Dot Structure.

Tip: Under what condition should this task be performed? In this case, what information is the student given?

Revision: Given a molecule, draw a Lewis Dot Structure.

Tip: Are there any standards that must be met? What is the criteria for success?

Revision: Given a molecule, draw a Lewis Dot Structure that best represents the arrangement of bonds and valence electrons.

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