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When students develop agency, they find purpose in learning, persist through challenges, and manage their own learning. Competency-based schools design environments and experiences that give students opportunities to develop the skills and mindsets needed for a strong sense of agency, such as growth mindset, self-regulation, and perseverance. When students take ownership of their learning, teachers are better able to provide tailored and targeted instruction. The Aurora Institute\u2019s<\/span> definition of competency-based education<\/span><\/a> says that, \u201cStudents are empowered daily to make important decisions about their learning experiences, how they will create and apply knowledge, and how they will demonstrate their learning.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

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