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Peer reviewedFoukaridis, G. N.; McFarlane, L. R. – Journal of Chemical Education, 1988
Notes that criticism of the training offered by universities to future chemists is well documented. Suggests a 17-step model for the planning of a chemistry course that utilizes a competency-based training program. Explains each step and lists sample objectives. (MVL)
Descriptors: Accountability, Chemical Industry, Chemistry, College Science
Download full textStacey, Nevzer G., Ed. – 1999
These workshop papers address the challenges of alternative credentials, new modes of instruction, and multiple sources of instruction. Following an introduction by Nevzer G. Stacey, "Competence without Credentials: Promise and Potential Problems of Computer-Based Distance Education" (Stephen R. Barley) provides a conceptual framework for the…
Descriptors: Adult Education, Competence, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Oriented Programs
Further Education Unit, London (England). – 1991
These guidelines are designed to help British further education colleges develop programs for learners with disabilities and learning difficulties leading to competency-based qualifications. They are also helpful for local education authorities, Training and Enterprise Councils (TECs), and others involved in the planning and provision of programs…
Descriptors: Competence, Curriculum Development, Disabilities, Education Work Relationship
Gacka, Richard – 1997
The Adult Education Alternative Diploma project was conducted to develop an alternative program to the General Educational Development (GED) diploma program through which adult students in Pennsylvania could earn actual high school diplomas. During the year-long project, a competency diploma program was developed and implemented in conjunction…
Descriptors: Adult Basic Education, Adult Literacy, Competence, Competency Based Education
National Council of State Boards of Nursing, Chicago, IL. – 1998
This report describes a multi-organizational project to accomplish two goals: (1) to develop pharmacology/pharmacotherapeutics curriculum guidelines designed to prepare family nurse practitioners (FNPs) for full prescriptive authority; and (2) to develop regulatory criteria for evaluating the academic preparation and clinical competencies of FNPs…
Descriptors: Advisory Committees, Agency Role, Competence, Curriculum Development
Australian National Training Authority, Brisbane. – 1995
This report presents final proposals of five transition groups that gave shape to the recommendations of the Australian National Training Authority Ministerial Council relating to bringing training providers and their clients more closely together. Section 2 discusses simplifying processes and structures, through national structures, closer…
Descriptors: Competence, Competency Based Education, Course Selection (Students), Curriculum Development
National Languages and Literacy Inst. of Australia, Melbourne. Adult Education Resource and Information Service. – 1996
This document is intended for adult education providers in Victoria, Australia, who intend to deliver courses leading to one or more of the following certificates in general education for adults: Certificate I in General Education for Adults (Foundation); Certificate II in General Education for Adults; and Certificate II in General Education for…
Descriptors: Accountability, Adult Education, Adult Programs, Articulation (Education)
Robinson, Chris – 1999
For the past 20-30 years, both Indonesia and Australia have placed considerable emphasis on reforming their systems of technical and vocational education and training (TVET). Indonesia has focused on expanding secondary-level TVET, whereas Australia has emphasized provision of postsecondary-level vocational education and training (VET). Two…
Descriptors: Apprenticeships, Comparative Analysis, Competence, Competency Based Education
Manning, Sabine, Ed.; Griffiths, Toni, Ed.; Oliveira, Teresa, Ed. – 2002
This document contains the papers from a conference on current research in vocational education and training (VET) and human resource development in Europe. The following papers are among those included: "The Contribution of the German Pilot Project 'New Learning Concepts within the Dual Vocational Education and Training System' towards the…
Descriptors: Adult Learning, Adult Students, Apprenticeships, Case Studies
