Are You Up To The Mark? - A Grading Certification Guideline Of Reference For Vocational College Students’ Sustainable Development Competencies

Abstract

This study introduces a Sustainable Development Competency Grading Assessment Guideline tailored for learners in higher vocational colleges. It categorizes essential competencies into four main areas: Systems and Critical Thinking, Strategic Action and Implementation, Social Interaction and Synergy, and Self-management and Personal Growth. Each area is further divided into basic, intermediate, and advanced levels, providing a structured approach to assess and enhance students’ competencies in sustainable development. It aims to construct a comprehensive assessment tool in sustainability assessment. Through a Delphi study involving 17 experts from diverse backgrounds, the research validates the guideline’s applicability and relevance. The experts’ insights contribute to refining the competency categories and defining the proficiency levels required at each stage of sustainable development problem-solving. The Sustainable Development Competency Grading Assessment Guideline provides a systematic method for assessing and enhancing vocational college learners’ competencies in sustainability. It supports educators in tailoring instruction to meet individual and collective learning needs, thereby contributing to the broader goal of equipping students with the necessary skills and knowledge for addressing global sustainability challenges