The Worksheet - Self-Directed Competency Deveolpment
Previous to my current position I instructed a multi-subject module wherein I had, over a 3 month period, the need to present basic automotive electical skills, steering, suspension & alignment fundamentals, HVAC and introductions to hydraulics, welding and preventative maintainance. I wrote and constantly ammended or updated individual worksheets for the students to use as they applied there classroom instruction to actual componentry repair, adjustment or service. These proved to be most effective as they insured the students performed the correct tasks in the correct order and to the necessary level of competence as confirmed by the measurements and answers they submitted. A student unable to completely answer all areas or arrive at a logical/sensible conclusion could be easily identified and then helped.
I agree with the ammended/updated worksheets since this keep them abreast of any changes,performed the correct task in an efficient and safe manner and one way also of assessing their competency level based on the outcome of their performance.
Hi Albert,
Thanks for sharing this approach. Good strategy for getting students involved and gaining a perspective about how knowledgeable they are on the upcoming content.
Gary
