What Is the Abcd Method

Using the ABCD method (Audience, Behavior, Condition and Degree) will help you clarify your learning objectives and ultimately help you and your students achieve a better outcome.

What is the ABCD model?

ABCD Method: An Introduction Learning Outcome Statements can be written using the ABCD (audience, behavior, condition, and degree) method. While the method is often directed at learning objectives, it can also be used to write learning outcomes.

Who created the ABCD model?

The ABCD process for writing learning outcomes was developed by psychologist Robert Mager in 1962. It focuses on four elements of learning: Audience – who is learning. Behavior – learner behaviors or actions associated with the learning.