Definitions

knowledge

comprehension

application

analysis

synthesis

evaluation

valuation

Bloom’s Definition:

Remembering previously learned information

Grasping the meaning of information

Applying knowledge to actual situations

Breaking down objects or ideas into simpler parts and seeing how the parts relate and are organized

Rearranging component ideas into a new whole

Verbs

Arrange, define, describe, duplicate, identify, label, list, match, memorize, name, order, outline, recognize, relate, recall, repeat, reproduce, select, state

Classify, convert, defend, describe, discuss, distinguish, estimate, explain, express, extend, generalize, give example(s), identify, indicate, infer, locate, paraphrase, predict, recognize, rewrite, report, restate, review, select, summarize, translate

Apply, change, choose, compute, demonstrate, discover, dramatize, employ, illustrate, interpret, manipulate, modify, operate, practice, predict, prepare, produce, relate, schedule, show, sketch, solve, use, write

Analyze, appraise, break down, calculate, categorize, compare, contrast, criticize, diagram, differentiate, discriminate, distinguish, examine, experiment, identify, illustrate, infer, model, outline, point out, question, relate, select, separate, subdivide, test

Arrange, assemble, categorize, collect, combine, comply, compose, construct, create, design, develop, devise, explain, formulate, generate, plan, prepare, propose, rearrange, reconstruct, relate, reorganize, revise, rewrite, set up, summarize, synthesize, tell, write

Accept, challenge, defend, respect, question, support, enjoy

(1) Communicates information, concepts, and ideas effectively in writing

identifies and repeats standard formats; recalls and reproduces standard grammar and mechanics; recognizes elements of the writing process

employs the writing process; produces a variety of documents using appropriate formats, grammar, and mechanics; uses discipline-specific conventions

analyzes and criticizes arguments effectively; selects and uses appropriate style and content for various audiences and purposes

constructs a logical argument using evidence for support; designs, writes and revises documents appropriate for various audiences and purposes

argues effectively using evidence; evaluates one’s own and others’ logic and organization; selects appropriate format, content, organization, and tone for various audiences and purposes

has confidence using writing as a communication tool; appreciates the role writing plays in one’s academic and professional careers; respects writing as a learning and thinking tool

(2) Orally communicates information, concepts, and ideas effectively

recalls and repeats information in oral presentations, often from memory; has difficulty responding to questions

paraphrases or summarizes information in oral presentations; restates and/or gives examples when questioned

uses appropriate presentation techniques (e.g. maintains eye contact, modulates voice, does not use distracting gestures, etc.); uses process strategies to prepare presentations

outlines and selects appropriate material to include in oral presentation depending on analysis of audience and purpose; analyzes and appraises when questioned

plans, prepares and delivers a well-organized, logical oral presentation; reconstructs, explains when questioned

listens carefully and responds to questions appropriately; is able to explain and interpret results for various audiences and purposes

has confidence in using oral presentations as a communication tool; appreciates the role oral communication plays in one’s academic and professional careers

(3) Graphically communicates information, concepts, and ideas

recognizes and duplicates graphics conventions

selects and restates graphics conventions

uses professional graphics in written and oral presentations; uses appropriate graphics conventions (e.g. formats, captions, titles, axes, legends, etc.)

analyzes data using graphical techniques; illustrates concepts using graphics; identifies appropriate uses of graphics in written and oral presentations

creates effective professional graphics for a variety of audiences and purposes; explains complex concepts through graphics

argues effectively using graphics; uses graphics to explain, interpret, and assess information; evaluates graphical arguments based on logic, evidence, and presentation

(4) Can acquire and use information from a variety of sources, including electronic retrieval systems

identifies various information sources

summarizes and reports information accurately

gathers information from a variety of sources; uses information to produce technical reports and solve problems

concisely and precisely summarizes and synthesizes information

values the ability to retrieve and use information; has confidence in his/her ability to retrieve, use, and evaluate information