Bloom Taxonomy

Definition

A hierarchical framework of cognitive skills ranging from "remembering" at the bottom to "creating" at the top, used to design learning objectives that sound impressive in grant proposals. It's the food pyramid of education -- everyone references it, nobody actually follows it.

Example Usage

"My lesson plan hits all six levels of Bloom's Taxonomy, which means students will remember nothing, understand less, and create excuses."

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