Competency-Based Education
May 1, 2024
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Competency-Based Education (CBE) is an educational approach that focuses on assessing and demonstrating student learning through the achievement of specific competencies. In CBE, students advance at their own pace, demonstrating mastery of knowledge and skills through assessments rather than seat time or course completion. This approach aims to ensure that students are equipped with the necessary skills and knowledge before moving on to more advanced concepts.
Why Learn Competency-Based Education?
Learning about Competency-Based Education offers several benefits, including:
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Reading list
We've selected eight books
that we think will supplement your
learning. Use these to
develop background knowledge, enrich your coursework, and gain a
deeper understanding of the topics covered in
Competency-Based Education.
Provides a practical guide to implementing Competency-Based Education (CBE) in the classroom. It includes chapters on developing competency-based curricula, creating assessments, and supporting students as they progress through their learning journey.
Explores the use of technology to personalize learning experiences and support students in achieving their goals. While it does not focus specifically on Competency-Based Education, it provides valuable insights into the principles and practices that are essential for effective CBE implementation.
Focuses on student-centered learning in postsecondary education. While it does not focus specifically on Competency-Based Education, it provides valuable insights into the principles and practices that are essential for effective CBE implementation.
Provides a discussion of the key issues and challenges facing competency-based education. It valuable resource for anyone who wants to learn more about this approach to education.
Explores the importance of developing an innovator's mindset in order to continuously improve teaching and learning. While it does not focus specifically on Competency-Based Education, it provides insights into the principles and practices that are essential for effective CBE implementation.
Provides a step-by-step guide to implementing competency-based education in schools. It valuable resource for educators who want to move to this approach to education.
Provides a concise overview of competency-based education for educators. It valuable resource for anyone who wants to learn more about this approach to education.
Provides a framework for implementing personalized learning in schools. It includes a discussion of competency-based education as a key component of personalized learning.
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