Translocal Assessment and Competencies: Using a Proficiency-based Learning Management System
Joel C. Yuvienco
Edu 2.0 Philippines
joel.yuvienco@gmail.com
Noel R. Buensuceso
College of Business, Entrepreneurship and Accountancy, Miriam College, Philippines
noel.buensuceso@gmail.com
This paper explores the opportunities and challenges of learning assessment in a learners' world that is increasingly marked by mobility across regional and temporal boundaries. Specifically, the paper will demonstrate the use of evidence-based assessment tools that transcend global standards using a Proficiency-based Learning Management System. The rationale behind this approach is the need to make student assessment portable, dynamically track student performance, and allow for adaptive programming of lessons and associated assessment. A side benefit of proficiency-based LMS is the promotion of accountability and transparency in reporting assessment. Overall the challenge is finding the right-mix of traditional and ICT-enabled assessment. Hence, continuous professional development and training on rapidly evolving technologies for education is encouraged.
Keywords: assessment, e-portfolios, learning management system