The Importance of Competency-Based Education and the Mentor Mindset for Equity
In his book, “10 to 25: The Science of Motivating Young People,” developmental psychologist David Yeager, Ph.D.,…
A Conversation with Dr. Keeanna Warren of Purdue Polytechnic High Schools
Vision and leadership are essential ingredients in the creation of a student-centered learning community. CompetencyWorks Director Laurie…
BFA Fairfax’s Proficiency-Based System Is a Learning System
Bellows Free Academy (BFA) in Fairfax, Vermont embarked on a journey to a proficiency-based learning system following…
Transforming Learning: The Power of Competency-Based Models
Inside a busy classroom in Philadelphia, students are focused on collaborating to create a campaign for a…
Learner-Centered Ecosystems as a Path Forward for Public Education: A Convergence of Perspectives and Research
This post about learner-centered ecosystems is part of our Aurora Institute Symposium 2024 series sharing ideas from…
Equitable Grading: A Competency-Based Education Entry Point and Core Practice
For anyone who has tried to improve grading – whether as a teacher in their classroom, a…
The Field of Competency-Based Education Is In Motion
Check out the animated version of the Competency-Based Education: Looking Back, Looking Forward session graphic notes…
A Conversation about Leadership with Adam Aronson
Effective and values-aligned leadership is an essential ingredient in the creation of a student-centered learning community and…
Talking Leadership and Transitions with Ron Schmidt
Effective and values-aligned leadership is an essential ingredient in the creation of a student-centered learning community. Leadership…
Design Considerations for Student Competency Frameworks
Competency frameworks form the foundation for a competency-based education system by clarifying learning outcomes. How can learners…