* Louis Bertrand <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> [2005-03-18 08:26]: > Hello all, > > Outcomes: this is a teacher-speak buzzword for "able to > show a measurable skill". Outcomes-based learning puts > the emphasis on evaluating a skill or a competency, as > opposed to "covering the subject matter" and objectives. > Any BSD cert should be based on a "show me", practical > test (not just a bunch of multiple choice questions). > This puts a stress on the testing process, but ensures > a more meaningful (valuable) certificate. Multiple choice > questions are easy to score on-line, but don't get at > the higher cognitive levels (analysis, synthesis, > evaluation).
Being able to demonstrate skills is a key concept. > > How to handle the multiple flavours: > Use a modular approach: general BSD cert (userland and > common chapter 8 commands), followed by *BSD specific > endorsements. I think a junior/senior classification > is useful too. This is like a pilot's license: private > vs. commercial, then endorsements: single vs. multi- > engine, and "checked out" on a specific aircraft type. Wow- yes I want my pilot to be able to demonstrate proven skills! Best Regards, Jim B. _______________________________________________ BSDcert mailing list [email protected] http://lists.nycbug.org/mailman/listinfo/bsdcert
