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What is the difference between competency-based questions and KSAs?

April 26, 2017based competency competency-based KSAs

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What is the difference between competency-based questions and KSAs?

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Competency- based questions are used to screen applicants on specific knowledge relevant to the vacancy posting. While applying online in EdHIRES, you will encounter a variety of question formats such as Multiple Choice, True/False, Multiple Answer/Multiple Choice, and Short and Long Narrative explanations. KSAs are more narrative in nature and allow a free format for applicants to explain their expertise based upon each competency specific to the vacancy. ED is moving towards using Competency-based question for all vacancies by the end of FY 2006.

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Competency- based questions are used to screen applicants on specific knowledge relevant to the vacancy posting. While applying online in DOORS, you will encounter a variety of question formats such as Multiple Choice, True/False, Multiple Answer/Multiple Choice, and Short and Long Narrative explanations. KSAs are more narrative in nature and allow a free format for applicants to explain their expertise based upon each competency specific to the vacancy. DOL has moved towards using predominantly competency-based questions.