{"product_id":"breaking-with-tradition-the-shift-to-competency-based-learning-in-plcs-at-work-why-you-should-switch-to-student-centered-learning-for-all","title":"Breaking With Tradition: The Shift to Competency-Based Learning in PLCs at Work (Why You Should Switch to Student-Centered Learning for All)","description":"Foreword by Chris Sturgis\nShifting to a competency-based curriculum allows educators to revolutionize education by replacing traditional, ineffective systems with a personalized, learner-centered approach. Throughout the resource, the authors explore how the components of PLCs promote the principles of competency-based education and share real-world examples from practitioners who have made the transition to learner-centered teaching. Each chapter ends with reflection questions readers can answer to apply their own learning progression.\nBy reading this book, K-12 administrators, school leaders, and teacher leaders will: Evaluate the qualities of true competency-based schools and the flaws in traditional schooling. Consider the foundational role that PLCs have in establishing the competency-based approach and promoting learning for all. Gain tips for successfully implementing student-centered practices for learning competencies and performance assessment and grading. Explore real school experiences that highlight the processes and challenges involved in moving from traditional to competency-based school structures Access reproducible school-design rubrics appropriate for the five design principles of competency-based learning.\n\nContents:\nIntroduction\nChapter 1: Understanding the Components of an Effective Competency-Based Learning System\nChapter 2: Building the Foundation of a Competency-Based Learning System Through PLCs\nChapter 3: Developing Competencies and Progressions to Guide Learning\nChapter 4: Changing to Competency-Friendly Grading Practices\nChapter 5: Creating and Implementing Competency-Friendly Performance Assessments\nChapter 6: Responding When Students Need Intervention and Extension\nChapter 7: Sustaining the Change Process\nReferences and Resources\nIndex\u003cbr\u003eASIN: 1943874891\u003cbr\u003eVSKU: DBV.1943874891.G\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Good\u003cbr\u003eAuthor\/Artist:Jonathan G. Vander Els|Brian M. Stack\u003cbr\u003eBinding: Perfect\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eNote:\u003c\/b\u003e Any images shown are stock photographs and product may differ from what is shown.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition Notes\u003c\/b\u003e: Gently used with minimal wear on the corners and cover. A few pages may contain light highlighting or writing, but the text remains fully legible. Dust jacket may be missing, and supplemental materials like CDs or codes may not be included. May be ex-library with library markings. Ships promptly!  \u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Dream Books Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41487837986874,"sku":"DBV.1943874891.G","price":7.79,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/6011\/0138\/files\/1943874891-0.jpg?v=1782324103","url":"https:\/\/shop.dreambooksco.com\/products\/breaking-with-tradition-the-shift-to-competency-based-learning-in-plcs-at-work-why-you-should-switch-to-student-centered-learning-for-all","provider":"Dream Books Co.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}