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A. Aims
Aims are broad, general statements of educational intent that describe the overall purpose or long-term goals of an educational program or curriculum. They are aspirational and less specific.
- Objectives are more specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound (SMART) statements that outline what students should be able to do after a period of instruction.
- Specific objectives are even more detailed and precise than general objectives, breaking down learning outcomes into very granular components.
- Since aims encompass the overarching vision and purpose, they are inherently broader in meaning than objectives, which are steps towards achieving those aims.