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Webinar Recording: Beyond Standards: Innovations in Competency Based Assessment

Learner-Centered Collaborative
AI and TechnologyPortrait of a LearnerAligned SystemsPerformance Assessment of Whole-Learner Outcomes

Tired of standardized tests and letter grades that fall short of capturing deeper learning? Explore the possibilities of competency-based assessment with school leaders at Embark Education as they:

  • Explain the core principles and benefits of competency-based assessment.
  • Share real-world examples and applications of competency frameworks in action.
  • Provide valuable insights and lessons learned from designing and implementing competency-based models.

You’ll come away with examples of competency-based assessment frameworks to help you reimagine assessment and grading in your specific context.

 

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