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Employability and its relationship with the competency-based approach, teaching methodologies, and assessment in higher education: a systematic review

Year: 2025

Type: review

Abstract: Introduction The employability of university community members depends on the skills they acquire, as well as on the teaching and evaluation methodologies used. The integration of these elements into academic programs is crucial for successful job placement. Methods The PRISMA methodology was followed for a systematic review of literature indexed in Web of Science and Scopus, based on a critical analysis of the literature. Results The results primarily encompass undergraduate, graduate, and postgraduate. The training is predominantly multidisciplinary, emphasizing skills such as communication, teamwork, problem-solving, and critical thinking. Teaching methods utilize real-world environments, while assessments employ Likert scales and task-based evaluations. Discussion Employability is a key objective in higher education and should be integrated at all academic levels. The most effective teaching methods are experiential and practical, as they simulate real-world work environments. Core competencies include communication, teamwork, problem-solving, and critical thinking. In addition, newer competencies such as ethics, professionalism, and a capacity for lifelong learning are increasingly important. Finally, assessment methods must be aligned with these practical approaches.

Source: Frontiers in Education

DOI: 10.3389/feduc.2025.1703144

Authors: Ricardo Pérez Zúñiga, Mario Martínez García, Francisco Eduardo Oliva Ibarra

Institution: Universidad de Guadalajara

Language: English

Topic: Higher Education and Employability

Subfield: Education

Field: Social Sciences

Domain: Social Sciences

SDG: Quality education

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $2,353