Competency based learning emphasizes students demonstrating their understanding of what they have learned, and what they are expected to learn as they progress through their education. Students can demonstrate their competencies in a variety of way using technology. Similarly to what we have used in class, flipgrid is a great way that allows students to illustrate their competencies in a way outside of just regular tests or projects. Another way students can use technology to do so is to make a blog. This would allow students to be creative and enjoy showing what they’ve learned. Having a graded online class discussion, whether over an LMS or zoom call, or an external site, can be another great way for student to demonstrate their competencies in a conversational way. This would allow for students to interact with others and lessen the pressure that may come with a test. Creating a podcast is another way for students to illustrate their competencies. This causes students to be able to discuss their ideas and showcase them in ways that may not be available to them in a written or test format. Overall, providing different technology-based options to students will allow them to be able to demonstrate their competencies in creative and engaging ways.
