The Olympian (2014) Competency-based learning makes college credit more accessible for all The Bellingham Herald, June 3
The State of Washington is introducing a new online associate degree program in business studies. Some of the features::
- competency-based, recognizing the value of what students already know and can do
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state-wide
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transferable to four year state universities
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students could advance by demonstrating a command of the subject matter through a test or writing assignment rather than taking a whole course
The program offers great promise to older students who may draw on work experiences to complete their community college credits. It is also well-suited to students who are place-bound and unable to attend classes in person due to family and job commitments.
Washington State Community Colleges already have extensive online programs, but this will be the first competency-based program that they are offering.
Dr. Tony Bates is the author of eleven books in the field of online learning and distance education. He has provided consulting services specializing in training in the planning and management of online learning and distance education, working with over 40 organizations in 25 countries. Tony is a Research Associate with Contact North | Contact Nord, Ontario’s Distance Education & Training Network.
