Outcomes are specific descriptions of what a student has demonstrated and understood at the completion of an activity or course. Each outcome is rated by some sort of scale. In simple terms outcomes are similar to sub components of a grade. A grade is
an assessment of overall performance that may include tests, participation, attendance and projects. Outcomes assess specific levels of knowledge through a series of statements, that maybe coded with numbers or letters.
Instructors can create
outcomes for their courses and then connect outcomes with activities such as assignments or quizzes. As the outcome is connected with an activity, a new column is added to gradebook.