Foreword by Chris SturgisShifting to a competency-based curriculum allows educators to revolutionize education by replacing traditional, ineffective systems with a personalized, learner-centered approach. Throughout the resource, the authors explore how the components of PLCs promote the principles of competency-based education and share real-world examples from practitioners who have made the transition to learner-centered teaching. Each chapter ends with reflection questions readers can answer to apply their own learning progression.By reading this book, K-12 administrators, school leaders, and teacher leaders will:Evaluate the qualities of true competency-based schools and the flaws in traditional schooling.Consider the foundational role that PLCs have in establishing the competency-based approach and promoting learning for all.Gain tips for successfully implementing student-centered practices for learning competencies and performance assessment and grading.Explore real school experiences that highlight the processes and challenges involved in moving from traditional to competency-based school structuresAccess reproducible school-design rubrics appropriate for the five design principles of competency-based learning.Contents: Introduction Chapter 1: Understanding the Components of an Effective Competency-Based Learning System Chapter 2: Building the Foundation of a Competency-Based Learning System Through PLCs Chapter 3: Developing Competencies and Progressions to Guide Learning Chapter 4: Changing to Competency-Friendly Grading Practices Chapter 5: Creating and Implementing Competency-Friendly Performance Assessments Chapter 6: Responding When Students Need Intervention and Extension Chapter 7: Sustaining the Change Process References and Resources Index
✔ Author(s): Brian M. Stack,Jonathan G. Vander Els
✔ Title: Breaking With Tradition: The Shift to Competency-Based Learning in PLCs at Work (Why You Should Switch to Student-Centered Learning for All)
✔ Rating : 4.7 out of 5 base on (27 reviews)
✔ ISBN-10: 1943874891
✔ ISBN-13: 9781943874897
✔ Language: English
✔ Format ebook: PDF, EPUB, Kindle, Audio, HTML and MOBI
✔ Device compatibles: Android, iOS, PC and Amazon Kindle
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