West Visayas State University (WVSU), through the Office of the Director of Instruction and the Director of Academic Affairs, successfully conducted a three-part Faculty Lecture Series on “Curriculum Mapping and Learning Outcomes Evaluation of Competency-Based Education” on March 27, March 31, and April 24, 2026 via Zoom, engaging faculty members across campuses in a unified effort to enhance instructional quality and academic excellence.
The lecture series featured Dr. Lee Eun Hwa, Dean of the Graduate School of Education of Silla University, Busan, South Korea, who delivered three interconnected sessions that collectively strengthened faculty understanding of Outcome-Based Education (OBE) and Competency-Based Education (CBE).
The first session, held on March 27, 2026, focused on the “Paradigm Shift for Higher Education with OBE and CBE,” where participants examined the transition from traditional, content- centered instruction toward learner-centered and outcome-driven education. Emphasis was placed on defining clear learning outcomes as the integration of knowledge, skills, and attitudes, and recognizing that these outcomes serve as the foundation for curriculum design, instruction, and assessment.
The second session, conducted on March 31, 2026, centered on “Mapping the Curriculum of Competency-Based Education,” where Prof. Lee guided participants through the systematic alignment of institutional vision, program goals, and course outcomes. The discussion highlighted the importance of developing a coherent curriculum framework anchored in core, professional, and leadership competencies, ensuring that learning experiences are purposeful and responsive to real-world demands.
Faculty members were introduced to practical approaches in designing curriculum maps that link intended outcomes with instructional strategies and assessment methods, thereby reinforcing the principle that outcomes determine the educational process.
The third and final session, held on April 24, 2026, focused on the “Evaluation of Learning Outcomes of Competency-Based Education,” emphasizing the critical role of assessment and Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) in sustaining academic excellence. Participants explored a comprehensive cycle that includes defining outcomes, implementing aligned instruction, assessing student performance, and utilizing data for continuous program enhancement. This evidence-based approach ensures that academic programs remain responsive to the evolving needs of learners and society, while fostering a culture of accountability and innovation within the institution.
The successful implementation of this lecture series demonstrates WVSU’s strong commitment to advancing quality assurance, fostering innovative teaching practices, and strengthening outcomes-based education across its campuses. By deepening faculty understanding of OBE and CBE principles, the University continues to uphold its mission of developing competent, reflective, and globally responsive graduates who are capable of addressing the challenges of a dynamic and super complex world, thereby reaffirming its role as a leading institution in transformative and learner-centered education.
