This project aims to equip educators with the skills to effectively implement competency-based learning practices in their classrooms. Through hands-on activities, collaborative discussions, and reflective exercises, participants will gain insights into assessing student competencies with a focus on the learning process. The experience fosters a deeper understanding of diverse learner needs and encourages the continuous refinement of teaching strategies. By the end of the week, educators will be prepared to create lesson plans that support student growth and development through competency-based assessment.

The learning goals for this experience include developing an understanding of how to embed competency-based learning practices in lesson plans and effectively assess student competencies by focusing on the learning process. Participants will explore strategies to identify and support diverse learner competencies and enhance their understanding of student learning and development through competency-based assessment. By the end of the week, teachers will have refined their lesson plans to incorporate these practices, supported by peer feedback and collaborative revisions, while documenting their insights and growth through reflective journaling and discussions.

Throughout the week, participants will collaboratively create a portfolio of revised lesson plans that integrate competency-based learning practices. These portfolios will showcase the evolution of their understanding and application of assessment strategies focused on the learning process. Additionally, teachers will develop a collection of reflective journals documenting their insights and growth, which will be shared in a culminating 'Reflection Circle' to articulate their personal and professional development. Finally, a digital repository of feedback and lesson plan iterations will be established, serving as a resource for continuous improvement and peer collaboration beyond the project timeframe.

Begin the session with a hands-on activity where teachers collaboratively analyze a set of student work samples. Each group will identify and discuss the competencies demonstrated in the samples, focusing on the learning process rather than the final product. This will spark conversation about the nuances of competency-based assessment and set the stage for deeper exploration throughout the week.

At the end of the week, teachers will present their revised lesson plans in a showcase event, highlighting the integration of competency-based learning practices. Each participant will share insights gained from peer feedback and personal reflections, demonstrating how their understanding of student competencies has evolved. The event will include a gallery walk where teachers can explore each other's work, engage in dialogue, and exchange ideas for further refinement. This exhibition will serve as a platform to celebrate growth and foster a collaborative learning community, encouraging ongoing development beyond the session.