Join The Assessment Learning Network for the 2026-2027 Series: Designing and Implementing Competency-Based Assessment Systems. The Assessment Learning Network (ALN) is a professional learning community…
What do we mean by “competency,” and what does it require of educators? This in-person session lays the foundation for the 2026-27 ALN series by exploring the…
If competency is the goal, formative assessment is the pathway. In a competency-based system, formative assessment is not a strategy; rather, it is the engine…
What counts as evidence of learning, and how do we know when students are competent? This virtual session focuses on the role of summative assessment…
How do we communicate learning in ways that are accurate, meaningful, and actionable? Shifting to competency-based education requires rethinking traditional grading and reporting practices. In…
The 2026-27 ALN sessions focus on competency-based assessment systems that center student agency, deeper learning, and high-quality evidence. But what does this look like in real classrooms,…