decomposing-learning-objectives

Decomposes learning objectives into atomic, testable knowledge items using multiple taxonomies and ECD validation.

13|Updated Feb 12, 2026
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npx skills add https://github.com/vanderbilt-data-science/knowledge-spaces --skill decomposing-learning-objectives
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Skill: decomposing-learning-objectives
Source: https://github.com/vanderbilt-data-science/knowledge-spaces/tree/main/.claude/skills/decomposing-learning-objectives
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/vanderbilt-data-science/knowledge-spaces --skill decomposing-learning-objectives

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Decomposition of broad learning objectives into atomic, testable knowledge items using multiple taxonomies and ECD validation to support scalable assessment design.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Applies Bloom's Revised, SOLO, Marzano, Webb's DOK, Hess Cognitive Rigor Matrix, and Fink's Significant Learning lenses to each objective.
  • Generates atomic, assessable knowledge items with source_objectives tracing and prerequisite/competence linkage for a KST-style knowledge graph.
  • Use Case: Educational standards, course syllabi, and accreditation objectives can be decomposed to enable automatic assessment item generation and adaptive instruction planning.

Quick Start

Provide explicit learning objectives or supply an existing knowledge graph to merge new items into.

Frequently Asked Questions about decomposing-learning-objectives

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I decompose broad learning objectives into testable knowledge items?

You can decompose learning objectives by applying multiple taxonomies and ECD validation to break broad goals into atomic, testable knowledge items. This produces assessable items with source tracing and prerequisite linkage for scalable assessment design.

What taxonomies are used for learning objective decomposition and assessment design?

Learning objective decomposition applies Bloom's Revised, SOLO, Marzano, Webb's DOK, Hess Cognitive Rigor Matrix, and Fink's Significant Learning lenses. These multiple taxonomies validate the cognitive complexity and assessability of each generated knowledge item.

Can I merge decomposed learning objectives into an existing knowledge graph?

Yes, you can supply an existing knowledge graph to merge newly decomposed knowledge items into it. The output produces a structured item set with source_objectives references, assessment criteria, and competence links ready for integration and analysis.

How do I generate atomic knowledge items from course syllabi and accreditation standards?

Generating atomic knowledge items from syllabi and accreditation standards requires providing explicit learning objectives as input. The decomposition process outputs structured items with assessment criteria and prerequisite linkage for adaptive instruction planning.

Does learning objective decomposition work for automatic assessment item generation?

Learning objective decomposition supports automatic assessment item generation by producing atomic, assessable knowledge items validated through ECD. The structured output includes assessment criteria and competence links needed for generating test questions.