Step 2: Determine Conditions

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STEP 2: DETERMINE CONDITIONS

A properly developed learning objective should state clearly the condition that will exist at the time

of trainee performance. Conditions of performance define the facility situation, environmental aspects and

resources available to aid trainee performance. Typical conditions may include the following:

Facility operating mode

Safety considerations or hazards

System and equipment status

Tools and materials to be used

References available

Environmental conditions

Problem situations or contingencies (abnormal or emergency).

Learning objective conditions are derived from various job conditions identified during analysis.

When developing learning objective conditions, adjustments may be necessary to reflect the degree of

fidelity that can be achieved in the training setting. For example, job conditions can be simulated with

high fidelity during OJT and simulator training, because they mirror the actual job conditions. When

classroom or self-pacing is used, the learning objective conditions are limited by the constraints of the

classroom or self-paced environment. If an implied condition is used, it should be easily understood by

all who read the objective. Because the learning objective and the setting affect each other, examples of

appropriate settings and the conditions that may be required for the setting are listed in the left-hand

column below. The written learning objectives, that include the required conditions, are listed in the

right-hand column.