Shifting to Mastery-Based Learning in Education

The chapter explores the transition needed in K-12 and higher education towards mastery-based learning, moving away from traditional time-based structures to ensure students master essential knowledge and skills. It discusses the importance of differentiation among institutions, competency-based education, and the necessity for significant shifts in education systems. The conversation highlights the success of Southern New Hampshire University in adapting to online learning for adult learners through competency-based approaches and their recent efforts to revamp campus-based learning during the pandemic.