Data Mining for Enhancing Learning and Assessment to a Microcompetence-Based Methodology in Higher Education

• Aurelio Lopez-Fernandez ^[1] ; Federico Divina ^[2] ; Francisco A. Gomez-Vela ^[2] ; Miguel García-Torres ^[2]
  1. [1] Universidad de Sevilla

     Universidad de Sevilla

     Sevilla, España

     
  2. [2] Universidad Pablo de Olavide

     Universidad Pablo de Olavide

     Sevilla, España

     
• Localización: Revista Iberoamericana de Tecnologías del Aprendizaje: IEEE-RITA, ISSN 1932-8540, Nº. 20, 2025, págs. 22-31
• Idioma: inglés
• DOI: 10.1109/RITA.2025.3532879
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• Resumen

  • This work introduces an innovative teaching methodology based on microcompetences applied in a higher education context. The intervention involved creating a repository of practical case studies in the form of quizzes and integrating microcompetences into each course activity. The digital tool Sapiens was used to identify learning deficiencies and provide both collective and individualized feedback. The results indicate a significant increase in student participation and academic performance compared to previous years. Furthermore, students voluntarily used virtual teaching modalities to reinforce their knowledge, particularly in more complex areas. Data mining techniques identified performance patterns among students, highlighting the methodology’s effectiveness in improving both transversal and specific competences. The study’s findings underscore the importance of implementing microcompetency-based methodologies in higher education to enhance the quality of learning and continuous assessment. This approach not only facilitated a deeper understanding of course content but also promoted critical thinking, abstract reasoning, and interpersonal skills, preparing students for future academic and professional challenges. Additionally, the flexibility and adaptability of the digital tools used provided a seamless transition across different teaching modalities, such as in-person, hybrid, and online formats. Thus, the implementation of this innovative methodology has demonstrated its potential to significantly improve student engagement, participation, and academic success, thereby contributing to a more effective and comprehensive educational experience in higher education.

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