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Innovation

Shaping the Future through Organizational Transformation: NDCDE’s Journey to Competency-Based Education

Monday, February 24, 2025
2:15 PM – 3:00 PM East Coast USA Time
Location: A704
Session Type: Explore and Engage

    Presenter(s)

  • Jessica Enderson, Ed. S

    Assistant Superintendent
    North Dakota Center for Distance Education
    Brookings, SD, United States

  • Kirstin Girard

    Director of Learning
    North Dakota Center for Distance Education
    McKinney, TX, United States

If you selected Cutting-Edge, what innovative ideas, approaches, or methodologies will your session introduce or explore?: Methods around transitioning to Competency-Based Education (CBE) focused on student-centered learning, flexibility, and data-driven decision-making. Attendees will learn how NDCDE integrates LMS and SIS for proficiency tracking and uses tools like Infinity Diagrams, SWOT analysis, and the PDCA cycle to build a strong CBE framework.

Abstract Description : Discover how NDCDE is transforming K-12 education through a strategic shift to Competency-Based Education (CBE). In this session, learn actionable strategies and tools that have guided our journey, from building a shared vision to implementing CBE in K-5 math and beyond. Attendees will gain insights into overcoming challenges, engaging stakeholders, and leveraging data-driven decision-making to create student-centered learning environments. Join us to explore our roadmap, gain practical tools for implementation, and understand how CBE can elevate personalized learning in virtual settings.

If someone was doing a search for your session in the program what 5 words might they use to search for and find your session.: Competency-Based Education (CBE)
Student-Centered Learning
Organizational Transformation
Virtual Learning
Data-Driven Decision-Making

Learning Objectives:

  • At the end of this session, participants will be able to describe innovative strategies for transitioning to Competency-Based Education (CBE), including the integration of LMS and SIS for tracking student proficiency.
  • At the end of this session, participants will be able to demonstrate how to apply tools like Infinity Diagrams, SWOT analysis, and the PDCA cycle to build a student-centered CBE framework within their own institutions.