Bloom's Hierarchy of Learning

              Evaluation
  Cognitive Domain
Hierarchy of Learning
(Information literacy application)		     Synthesis External Criteria / Internal Audience
    Analysis Abstractions Design Communication Finishes project demonstrating enhanced understanding.
        Application Organization Design Communication > > > Adjusts and modifies research strategy. > > >
      Comprehension Application > > > Examines and compares information sources. > > >
    Universals Extrapolates Interprets Translates > > > Chooses information that meets a specific need. > > >
  Procedures Theories Principles > > > Recalls structure of individual search tools. > > >
Specifics Methodology Criteria Classifications Trends Conventions > > > Recognizes various modes of information organization. > > >
Facts / Terminology  > > > Grasps research as process, plans basic strategy. > > >
Knowledge Intellectual Abilities and Skills

Adapted from: Bloom, B.S., Engelhart, M.D., Furst, E., Hill, W.H. & David R. Krathwohl. (1956). Taxonomy of Educational Objectives, Handbook 1: Cognitive Domain. New York: David McKay Company, Inc.

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