Competence table
Overview (short introduction to the method):
The method is suitable for very diverse groups and individuals because it can be easily adapted to the needs of participants. Competence tables can help learners see and analyze if they are meeting the requirements of their chosen path and plan their learning process.
Group size:
1 - ... (any)
Time:
30 – 60 minutes
Materials:
previously prepared tables with competences
Skills and Competences :
Expected outcomes :
This method helps individuals do a self-assessment of their competences and plan further development.
Instructions:
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Start competence tables with individual process. Ask each participant to do a written self-assessment and plan development of their competences with the help of the competence table.
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Let the participants discuss their self-assessments and development plans in pairs and give them an opportunity to share their feelings about the process.
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Encourage everyone to keep their tables.
Based on the needs and profile of participants you may use occupational qualification standards, study programmes, different researches and strategies to prepare competence tables. In some situations participants can come up with their own set of competences.
Variations:
Competence table can be transferred to competence cards and used in pairs or small groups for oral self-assessment and discussion.