Connecticut State Department of Education

Mastery-Based Learning

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  • Communication - Mastery-Based Learning

    A variety of communications toolkits are available to assist schools and school districts in explaining the changes necessary to implement Mastery-Based Learning.

  • Frequently Asked Questions about Mastery-Based Learning

    Mastery-based learning refers to systems of instruction, assessment, grading, and academic reporting that are based on students demonstrating that they have learned the knowledge and skills they are expected to learn as they progress through their education.

  • How Does Mastery-Based Learning Work?

    With mastery-based learning, all students must demonstrate what they have learned before moving on. Before students can pass a course, move on to the next grade level, or graduate, they must demonstrate that they have mastered the skills and knowledge they were expected to learn.

  • Mastery-Based Learning Resource Center

    This website is designed to support local school districts that choose to implement Mastery-Based Learning, as well as families and community partners who want to learn more about this model.

  • Resources for Schools and Educators

    The information below will help get you started on your journey learning about MBL in Connecticut.

  • Resources for Students, Parents, and Communities

    In a Mastery-Based Learning environment, students demonstrate mastery based on competencies and performance standards built from the Connecticut Core Standards and Connecticut Content Standards (social studies, arts, science, and career and technical education).

  • What is Mastery-Based Learning?

    Connecticut students can learn through student-centered pathways that ensure college and career readiness.

  • Why Mastery-Based Learning?

    Rather assuming that completing a number of hours in a classroom results in understanding, mastery-based learning requires students to demonstrate knowledge and skills before progressing to the next level. Mastery-based learning requires teachers to develop a more fine-grained understanding of student abilities.