Description
The course will cover the following objectives:
- Understanding the foundations of a competency-based approach and how it differs from traditional approaches
- Designing a grading system that aligns with the standards, learning goals, and objectives for the course or subject
- Assessing and responding to student progress towards meeting those targets
- Considering the individual characteristics and needs of each student in order to support their learning and growth
Other courses in this series:
Be the Light – Teacher Leaders Who Show and Do
School and Community Culture
Secondary Math – A Competency-Based Approach
Presenter Bio
Prior to serving as the Virginia ASCD Executive Director and Owner of Next Level Consulting, Dr. Jones most recently served as the Principal of Thomas Dale High School in Chesterfield County Public Schools (2,500 students in two campuses) in Virginia, where he also served on division-level leadership committees. Dr. Jones was also the Programs Committee Chair for VASCD, the Chair for the Central District, and the Chair for Region 6A as part of the Virginia High School League. Prior to his service in Chesterfield, Dr. Jones was an Assistant Principal, Central Office Teacher Leader, and High School Math Teacher in Virginia Beach. He has also served as Assistant Principal of Sussex Central Elementary School. Dr. Jones found his passion for education following his service as an United States Army Airborne Ranger. He and his wife, Suzanee, have four incredible school-aged children.
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