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learning through levels. In the table below, Bloom’s work has been revised by Process Education scholars
to reflect levels of learner knowledge.

Table 4.3 Levels of Learner Knowledge

Level I You can talk about a concept, process, tool, or context in words and can
provide definitions or descriptions. You are best with questions about facts.
Information
A learner at this “Where is…?”
level can answer “Can you list the three…?”
these questions:

Level II You can construct an appropriate model in your mind pertaining to a
particular item of knowledge. You also can link items of knowledge to each
Conceptual other.
Understanding
A learner at this “How would you compare or contrast…?”
level can answer “What is the main idea of…?”
these questions:

Level III You can apply and transfer a particular item of knowledge to different
situations and contexts. You can generalize the knowledge to determine
Application ways to apply it, testing boundaries and linkages to other information. You
are able to teach this knowledge to others.

A learner at this “What would result if…?”
level can answer “How would you apply what you learned to develop…?”
these questions:

Level IV You can solve complex problems by applying and generalizing multiple
concepts, processes, and tools to produce a quality problem solution. You
Working are seen as an expert in your field.
Expertise
A learner at this “Can you propose an alternative...?”
level can answer “Can you construct a model that would change…?
these questions:

Level V You have innovative expertise which can be used to develop new
understanding. You often make new linkages among concepts and problem
Research solutions, which have not been seen before.

A learner at this “Can you formulate a theory for…?”
level can answer “Can you think of an original way to…”
these questions:

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