Creating Competency-Based Practical Assessments with NGO Training Centre
In one of our recent webinars (see below), our Onboarding Manager Chris explained the efficient and effective processes for adding various types of competency-based practical assessments to the NGO Training Centre Learning Management System.
This functionality gives trainers a unique and user-friendly means of adding one or more practical training components to the existing online courses provided by NGO Training Centre, all within the one Learning Management System.
In just a few minutes, Chris gave step-by-step walkthroughs of several easy processes to add both single assessments and groups of assessments to your organisation’s LMS.
This exceptional capability gives trainers a high level of control and customisation over their courses that is not available on many alternative Learning Management Systems, and one of many reasons our customers love our LMS.
Webinar Highlights
🖥️ Webinar Introduction: Chris introduces the session’s focus on Competency-Based Practical Assessment.
📚 Theory vs. Practical: Emphasis on the necessity of combining theoretical knowledge with practical skills for effective learning.
🛠️ Three Levels of Implementation: Training structured into three levels: basic document submissions, course creation for practical sign-offs, and advanced instructor-led training.
📝 Document Uploading: Instructions on adding practical assessment documents and enabling learners to submit completed work.
📅 Instructor-Led Training: Introduction to setting up calendars and managing registration for practical sessions.
👩🏫 User Permissions: Importance of user roles (admin vs instructor) for accessing and modifying course content effectively.
❓ Q&A Engagement: Encouragement for participants to ask questions, fostering a collaborative training environment.
Key Insights for Trainers
✅ Integrated Learning Model: The competency-based model effectively bridges the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical application, ensuring workers are well-prepared for real-world scenarios. This dual approach addresses both knowledge retention and skill acquisition.
🗂️ Course Structuring: Dividing assessments into levels allows for tailored approaches depending on the needs of learners. Simplifying tasks into incremental levels promotes better understanding and manageable learning experiences.
📃 Documentation Handling: The training session provided practical guidance on using document uploads for assessments, simplifying record-keeping and fostering accountability among learners regarding their progress.
🙋♂️ User Empowerment: Equipping attendees with the knowledge to modify user permissions enables them to manage course dynamics effectively, enhancing user engagement through appropriate access to course materials.
🎓 Mass Enrolments in Group Settings: The ability to create groups with multiple courses needing practical sign-offs streamlines administration, optimising the time administratively required to manage learners and their assessments.
🔄 Flexible Assessment Approaches: Offering varied methods for submitting assessments ensures that all learners can engage with the course material in a manner that suits their needs and circumstances.
💬 Feedback and Improvements: Feedback mechanisms, such as surveys post-assessment, enable continuous improvement of training programs and help fine-tune the delivery method and content based on participant experiences.
Watch the webinar below to find out more about this brilliant feature, or contact our team for more information or to book a demonstration.
