Indeed, Common Core and competency-based learning should be a natural fit, as the former creates learning maps for students to master that can shift the emphasis from time to mastery of deeper ...

Some examples of personal competencies are creativity, good judgment and being numbers oriented or a good public speaker. Companies may use assessment tools to determine personal competencies.

Possible end game for competency-based education emerges with five new "direct assessment" programs, as foundations and experts discuss how to ensure academic quality.

The competency-based approach has critics, some of whom say its focus on industrial-style efficiencies will shortchange lower-income students. Even so, more colleges will get into the ...

Microcredentials are increasing, but to be valid, they need to be based on sound practices such as skills-based learning and assessment.

The Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC) continues to take shape with Grade 5 students across the country officially beginning their formative assessments today. The assessment, which will account ...

Through examples, the article explores how competency-based assessments can foster critical thinking and practical skills. It also examines CBSE’s current initiatives, the challenges faced, ...

At the Parker-Varney School in Manchester, N.H., students practice core skills together and independently, using competency-based education methods. (Dan Joseph) ...