Let's talk about Competency Based Education (CBE) Models, to see if it's a right fit for you.
Are CBE models completed as a class? What if I'm not on the same grade level as my peers?
How will I know if I am passing?
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According to the U.S Dept. of Education, "CBE models holds many benefits for students.
Benefits include: "Seat time" is minimal,allows you to progress at your own pace, place, and time to show your mastery of content before moving onto the next level, and it is aligned with State Standards and Learning Targets. CBE models are customized to each student, so it benefits those who may be a grade level behind (2020).
I'm understanding it as CBE models is like an online-school program.
Yes, that's correct. You would see all your modules on an application like Canvas and Google Classroom.
What are the benefits?
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The U.S Dept. of Ed. wants to give access to every student. Through CBE models, students can have "greater online learning, Dual-enrollment/early college experience, Project-Based learning, and Community-Based learning" (2020).
CBE models "value mastery over seat-time" (2020), which means you don't have be in the classroom all the time to complete courses. You could work on them at home...
With the help of "state leaders, districts, schools, and other organizations, students will be able to use CBE models to receive culturally relevant teachings in real world skills, engagement, and...
learning from the community" (2020). CBE models closes the equity gap for providing technology access to every student.