Tag: competency-based education (CBE)
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Unlocking Student Potential: The Rise of Project-Based Assessments in Education
Project-based assessments have been gaining popularity in the education sector as a more effective way to assess students’ learning and skills. Unlike traditional exams that rely heavily on memorization and regurgitation of information, project-based assessments focus on real-world applications of knowledge and encourage critical thinking, problem-solving, collaboration, and creativity. One major advantage of project-based assessments…
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Unlocking the Power of Portfolio Assessment in Education
Portfolio assessment is a powerful tool in education that allows students to showcase their learning progress, skills, and achievements over time. It provides a holistic view of student growth and development by collecting evidence of learning from various sources. In this article, we will explore different aspects of portfolio assessment and its applications in diverse…
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Empowering Students Through Personalized Learning: The Power of Curriculum Customization
Curriculum Customization: Empowering Students Through Personalized Learning Introduction: In traditional educational settings, students are often expected to follow a standardized curriculum that may not cater to their individual needs and interests. However, alternative schooling approaches advocate for a more personalized approach to education by allowing for curriculum customization. This entails tailoring the learning experience to…
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Revolutionizing Alternative Schooling: Paced Education Programs Take Center Stage
Paced Education Programs: Revolutionizing Alternative Schooling In the realm of alternative schooling and education, paced education programs have emerged as a revolutionary approach to individualized learning. These programs prioritize the unique needs and abilities of each student, allowing them to progress at their own pace while providing a supportive and empowering environment. With a rich…
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Why Criterion-Referenced Assessments (CRA) are Gaining Popularity in Alternative Education
Criterion-referenced assessments (CRA) are a type of assessment that measures the extent to which students have mastered specific learning objectives. Unlike norm-referenced assessments, which compare students’ performance to that of their peers, CRA focuses on whether or not a student has achieved mastery of specific content or skills. One reason why CRA is gaining popularity…
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