Competency-Based Education | Origin: ED206
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Teaching in the Lab and Shop Environment --> Competency-Based Education
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Patients is a must. Breakdown the material or assignment to the lowest possible skills. Different students come from a different background and education. Some are not as prepared as we expect them to be.
competency based education is based on individuals and focused on student outcomes providing goals and standards for measuring achievements also metacognition is described as knowledge about knowledge
Great examples on how to recognize and train the subconscious.
Every student learns differently. It is important to learn how to identify the different students, and learn the different ways of teaching different students. Be adaptable.
I see that we all learn differently......some are extremely hands on and some are better in class. Trying to mold them all into being good at both is key
Keith Flint: This is a different way of looking at the instruction process. I am a Special Instructor (Assistant Instructor) in a Skilled Trades training program. I am currently assisting in teaching what an electrician must understand to wire circuits in houses, commercial use, or the industrial environment. Last year I was teaching welding methods and theory. I am constantly working with students attempting to show the connection between science concepts, mathematics, and how these concepts apply in the real world. Breaking the instruction process down into the cognitive, affective, and psychomotor categories makes it easier to determine which area I can become more effective in the instruction process,
My first thought was why should we care about anything other than if they can actually do the job (perform the required tasks), but I can see the point the critics made about competency-based education not going far enough in developing the mental aspects. One concern might be that they would be pigeon-holed into one career if they do not focus on other aspects of learning.
Learning and understanding with retaining information.
every student learns differently
so, there are steps to learn how to teach appropriately for each student.
Competency based education/instructing tends to lead to better prepared student, effectively enhancing their ability for retention and higher learning.
It is important to use Bloom's taxonomy to relate cognitive concepts to affective concepts using hands-on learning.
everyone its different in alot of ways even to explan any terms of solution
This module provided valuable insights into effective teaching strategies, which I can directly apply using Bloom’s Taxonomy as a framework. I gained a deeper understanding of how to create lessons that guide students through the various cognitive levels, from remembering and understanding foundational concepts to applying, analyzing, and evaluating more complex ideas.
In my welding program, I will use Bloom’s principles to structure lessons that build progressively, ensuring students not only acquire technical skills but also develop critical thinking and problem-solving abilities. Encouraging students to evaluate their own welds and suggest improvements will help them advance to higher-order thinking skills like Evaluation and Creation.
Competency based learning is important in the shop setting. Students need to learn the skills needed to move on to the work place. It is also important to focus on all three of the areas in Bloom's. Employers are looking for employees that are well rounded, have responsibility, ethics, etc as well as the skills of a trade.
Bloom's Taxonomy is crucial developing a well-rounded student.
In this module I learned that it is important to have the curriculum and teaching be relevant to life experiences and the course
In completing the module on Competency-Based Education (CBE), I gained a deeper understanding of its fundamental principles, especially its focus on mastery of specific skills and knowledge rather than traditional seat-time and pacing. This approach prioritizes personalized learning, allowing students to progress at their own rate until they achieve the desired competency, which can be particularly effective in supporting diverse learners.
One key takeaway is the importance of clear, measurable learning outcomes. CBE relies heavily on defining competencies in a way that is transparent and understandable for students, giving them a concrete sense of what they need to master and why it matters. This transparency can help students take ownership of their learning and understand how each skill builds toward a larger goal.
In my practice, I intend to incorporate more formative assessments that align with these clearly defined competencies. By breaking down larger concepts into measurable skills and creating ongoing assessments, I can better gauge where each student stands in their learning journey. This would allow me to provide targeted interventions or enrichment opportunities based on individual progress, ensuring no student falls behind or lacks challenge.
Engaging in peer discussions will also deepen my perspective by exposing me to diverse applications of CBE in various educational contexts. I'm particularly interested in learning how my peers address the logistical challenges of managing different pacing within a single classroom environment.
Competency-Based Education: Reflection and Application
This module highlighted the importance of competency-based education (CBE) in helping students achieve specific skills and knowledge at their own pace, with a focus on mastery rather than time spent. CBE promotes a student-centered approach, allowing learners to progress as they demonstrate competency in essential areas, ensuring that each student reaches a defined standard of proficiency before moving forward.
To apply this, I plan to integrate clear, measurable competencies in my curriculum, providing benchmarks that students must meet to advance. This will include practical skills assessments, case-based evaluations, and tailored feedback sessions to ensure students fully grasp each concept. By adopting this method, I can better support students in developing the skills necessary for clinical proficiency and professional success.
Although it can be challenging making scenarios/assessments that incorporate the higher-order thinking skills associated with Bloom's Taxonomy, the result will be a more authentic assessment of the students ability to apply the knowledge and correlate it with real life applications they will experience in their industry.
Competency based education's goal is to connect the student with theory and practice. It is a student-centered educational approach. In nursing this is important because currently the nursing shortage is putting pressure on educational systems to produce competent nurses in half the time. Once Nursing was a four year - three-year nursing program, but currently it has been shortened to eighteen months. It is paramount that skilled nurses are developed with the ability to problem solve, be a critical thinker, and demonstrate interpersonal skills.
Competency is the ability to use knowledge to reflect, analyze, judge resolve, discover, interact, and create
