Using an ontology based competence database for curriculum alignment of portfolio based learning

Abstract

Competency-based learning and e-portfolios are integral parts of modern teaching repertoires. Media and computer technology play an important role in supporting such scenarios. This paper presents a generic competence database that implements a competence portfolio by using techniques from knowledge management and artificial intelligence. In order to illustrate the proto- type a frontend was developed that communicates with the competence database and interprets activities in an institutional Personal Learning Environment as evidences for competencies. The concepts shown in this paper are a step towards supplementing traditional ways to grade students.