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From Classroom Hours to Competencies with Courtney Hills McBeth & Ajita Talwalker Menon

Competency-Based Education: Transforming Higher Ed with WGU and Calbright College | The Rant Podcast Welcome back to The Rant Podcast! In this episode, Eloy Ortiz Oakley sits down with Courtney Hills Macbeth, Chief Academic Officer and Provost at Western Governor's University (WGU), and Ajita Tal Walker Menon, President and CEO of Calbright College. Both institutions are leaders in competency-based education (CBE). They discuss the evolution of CBE models, the importance of economic value for learners, accreditation challenges, and the integration of work-based learning for higher employability. They also highlight the role of technology, including AI, in personalizing learning experiences and maintaining relevance in a rapidly changing job market. Tune in for insights on how these innovative models are reshaping the future of higher education. 00:00 Welcome to The Rant Podcast 00:21 Introduction to Competency-Based Education 00:50 Guests Introduction: WGU and Calbright College 01:38 The Importance of CBE and Accreditation 02:13 Work-Based Learning and Economic Value 03:47 The Future of Higher Education 05:10 Conversation with Courtney and Ajita 05:51 WGU's Vision and Innovations 07:35 Calbright's Vision and Innovations 10:02 Economic Value and Workforce Relevance 32:37 Accreditation Challenges and Solutions 39:07 Designing for the Working Learner 47:48 Conclusion and Final Thoughts WGU.edu Calbright.edu eloy@4leggedmedia.com