Competency-Based Education: Shifting Focus from Grades to Skills                                  

Wambui David Adeline

Faculty of Education Kampala International University Uganda

ABSTRACT

Competency-Based Education (CBE) redefines the traditional educational framework by emphasizing the acquisition of skills over the accumulation of grades. This educational model allows students to advance based on demonstrated mastery rather than time spent in class, promoting a personalized learning experience. CBE’s principles challenge conventional grading systems, suggesting a need for flexible pathways and innovative assessment methods to ensure students are equipped with the necessary skills for success in their academic and professional careers. This paper explores the theoretical foundations of CBE, its implementation strategies, benefits, and challenges, and compares it with traditional grading systems. The impact of CBE on student learning outcomes and overall success is also examined, emphasizing the need for a systemic restructuring of educational practices to fully realize the potential of this approach.

Keywords: Competency-Based Education, Personalized Learning, Skill Mastery, Educational Reform, Grading Systems.

CITATION: Wambui David Adeline. Competency-Based Education: Shifting Focus from Grades to Skills. Research Output Journal of Arts and Management, 2024 3(3):13-18.