Review of Thierry Kouamé, Bruno Belhoste, Boris Noguès and Emmanuelle Picard, eds 'Examens, grades et diplômes. La validation des compétences par les universités du XIIe siècle à nos jours. (Paris: Éditions de la Sorbonne, 2023), 448 pp.

May 1, 2026

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This review aims to explore the historical and contemporary practices of competency validation in universities.
Review of the book 'Examens, grades et diplômes' edited by Kouamé et al.
Analysis of historical documents and educational practices from the 12th century to the present.
Discussion of the implications of competency validation frameworks in education.
Covers the transformation of examination practices over time.
Highlights key themes in competency validation across different historical periods.
Suggests current educational practices can be informed by historical perspectives.

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Review discusses the evolution of competency validation in universities over centuries, suggesting implications for modern education.

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