Usually an educational objective relates to gaining an ability, a skill, some knowledge, a new attitude etc.
[2][3] Course objectives are a relatively shorter term goal which successful learners will achieve within the scope of the course itself.
Objectives are often worded in course documentation in a way that explains to learners what they should try to achieve as they learn.
[4] Writing good learning outcomes can also make use of the SMART criteria.
[7] The effect of different teaching methods on outcomes of learning was found to be generally small or insignificant.