Bloom's Taxonomy Overview

Introduction

• Purpose: Simplifying concepts using Bloom's Taxonomy
• Focus: Cognitive version of the taxonomy

What is Bloom's Taxonomy?

• A framework for gauging competence in learning and development
• Consists of six levels indicating depth of understanding

Levels of Bloom's Taxonomy

1. Knowledge

   • Basic level
   • Involves recalling facts and basic concepts
   • Example: Knowing the biggest city in the UK if studying geography

2. Comprehension

   • Ability to compare, combine, and interpret information
   • Example: Interpreting shapes formed by arranging blocks

3. Application

   • Use knowledge from previous levels to solve problems in new situations
   • Example: Architecture student identifying flaws in a structure

4. Analysis

   • Advanced level
   • Break information into components and identify reasons, motives
   • Example: Debating why dolphins are classified as mammals

5. Synthesis

   • Combine information from various sources to form solutions
   • Example: Creating coherent sentences in English grammar

6. Evaluation

   • Highest level
   • Defend opinions, hold debates, base arguments on evidence
   • Example: Discussing Benjamin Franklin’s significance based on evidence

Memorization Technique

• Mnemonic: KCASE
  • K for Knowledge
  • C for Comprehension
  • A for Application
  • A for Analysis
  • S for Synthesis
  • E for Evaluation
• Tip: Remember 'KCASE' by combining the two A's

Conclusion

• Bloom's Taxonomy is a tool to gauge learning and competence
• Advanced application involves higher-level understanding
• Future sessions will delve deeper into applying the model