1. What is a Matching Matrix?

A matching matrix is an instrument that shows the common units of learning outcome between different countries for a given qualification. It is the result of the study and comparison of all components that composes the units of learning outcome, between countries.

Units of Learning Outcome should be described in accordance with a common conceptual framework in order to allow a reciprocal understanding of the qualification and allow to an objective comparison between countries’ qualifications.

Within the context of the Project EURspace, units of learning outcome are understood as a coherent set of knowledge, skills and competences needed to prove a given key technical outcome or to perform key tasks. Learning outcomes are interconnected in a coherent, comprehensible and logical set of key technical outcomes, which should result in observable and verifiable outputs.

  1. The MATCHING PROCESS

Only common Units of Learning Outcome will be considered for the Matching Matrices. If there are common Learning Outcomes, but if they are not grouped into common Units of Learning Outcome, they will not be considered. Similarly, parts of Units of Learning Outcome will also not be considered. Only if the entire Unit of Learning Outcome matches, the unit will be considered for the elaboration of the Matrix.

Only common units among at least 3 countries will be considered for the matching matrices of the Pilot Project.

The concept of the Matching Matrix was developed in the context of the implementation of the EURspace Pilot Project. It takes part of the methodology of the Pilot Project carried out.

The matching process is a methodological approach consisting of the comparison of the components contained in the units of learning outcome, resulting in an instrument that represents the match of common key technical outcomes, learning outcomes and outputs.

It is assumed that a common set of knowledge, skills and competence are needed to perform a set of key technical outcomes and to carry out a set of outputs, which are characterized by being observable and evaluable, based on a set of performance criteria.

Match means that the qualification of the country has a unit of learning outcome composed by a set of key technical outcomes, learning outcomes (knowledge, skills and competence) and outputs, which are equivalent to the components of a unit of learning outcome in another country.

Comparatively to what exists in another country, No Match means that the qualification of the country doesn’t have a unit of learning outcome composed of equivalent key technical outcomes, learning outcomes (knowledge, skills and competence) and outputs.

Table 1 presents a checklist with the components that should be taken into account in the matching process.

Table 1: Checklist to support the matching process.

What should be taken into account in the Matching Process? Checklist

Yes/No
Ø Equivalent Key technical outcome
Ø Equivalent Knowledge

Level of depth dimension

Level of breath dimension
Ø Equivalent Skills

Level of depth dimension

Level of breath dimensions
Ø Equivalent Competence

Level of dexterity

Level of autonomy, responsibility, creativity and other soft skills required
Ø Equivalent Performance Criteria

Level of performance required for evaluation
Ø Equivalent Outputs

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

  1. the matching matrix
Qualification  
EQF Level  
Countries involved in the Matrix PT ES IT FR LT RO TR

Themes and Subthemes of the Units of Learning Outcome

Theme
Subtheme PT ES IT FR LT RO TR
Subtheme PT ES IT FR LT RO TR
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Subtheme PT ES IT FR LT RO TR
Subtheme PT ES IT FR LT RO TR
Subtheme PT ES IT FR LT RO TR
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Subtheme PT ES IT FR LT RO TR
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Theme              
Subtheme PT ES IT FR LT RO TR
Subtheme PT ES IT FR LT RO TR
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Subtheme PT ES IT FR LT RO TR
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Legend

  Match
  No Match
  1. EXAMPLE OF A finished matching matrix

 

Matching Matrix

 

Qualification Cookery
EQF Level III; IV
Countries involved in the Matrix PT ES IT FR LT RO TR

 

 

Themes of the Units of Learning Outcome

Hygiene / Quality                
Occupational Safety and Hygiene   PT ES IT FR LT RO TR
Food Safety and Hygiene   PT ES IT FR LT RO TR
Kitchen Organization                
Kitchen Organization   PT ES IT FR LT RO TR
Raw Material   PT ES IT FR LT RO TR
Supplies / Stocks   PT ES IT FR LT RO TR
Pre-prepared Products                
Sauces   PT ES IT FR LT RO TR
Dough   PT ES IT FR LT RO TR
Entrées / Starters                
Entrées / Starters   PT ES IT FR LT RO TR
Soups                
Soups   PT ES IT FR LT RO TR
Dishes                
Meat, Poultry, Game   PT ES IT FR LT RO TR
Fish, Seafood   PT ES IT FR LT RO TR
Pasta   PT ES IT FR LT RO TR
Salads   PT ES IT FR LT RO TR
Eggs   PT ES IT FR LT RO TR
Garnishes   PT ES IT FR LT RO TR
Desserts                
Desserts   PT ES IT FR LT RO TR

Legend

  Match
  No Match

BIBLIOGRAPHIC REFERENCES

CEDEFOP (2017). Defining, writing and applying learning outcomes – a European Handbook. Luxembourg: Publications Office of the European Union.

European Parliament; Council of the European Union (2008). Recommendation of the European Parliament and of the Council of 23 April 2008 on the establishment of a European Qualifications Framework for Lifelong Learning. Official Journal of the European Union. 2008/C 111/01), pp. 111/1-111/7.

European Parliament; Council of the European Union (2009). Recommendation of the European Parliament and of the Council of 18 June 2009 on the establishment of a European Credit System for Vocational Education and Training (ECVET). Official Journal of the European Union. 2009/C 155/02), pp. 11-18.

Directorate-General for Education, Youth, Sport and Culture, European Commission (2016). Implementation of the Recommendation of the European Parliament and of the Council of 18 June 2009 on the establishment of a European Credit System for Vocational Education and Training (ECVET). EU Publications. 

 

WEBSITE REFERENCES

http://www.catalogo.anqep.gov.pt/PDF/QualificacaoReferencialPDF/1809/CP/duplacertificacao/811183_RefCP

https://www.euskadi.eus/bopv2/datos/2010/04/1001930a.pdf

http://megep.meb.gov.tr/dokumanlar/Ders%20Bilgi%20Formlar%C4%B1/Eski%20Alanlar/Y%C4%B0YECEK%20%C4%B0%C3%87ECEK%20H%C4%B0ZMETLER%C4%B0_DBF.rar

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http://www.ecvet-toolkit.eu/

ANNEX I – TECHNICAL SHEET

  • This framework aims to provide:
    1. a definition of a Matching Matrix – within the context of the Project EURspace;
    2. an explanation of the Matching Process – within the context of the Project EURspace;
    3. an exemplification on the elaboration of a Matching Matrix.
  • This framework is intended to be used in determining:
    1. the common Units of Learning Outcome for a given qualification between different countries.
  • This framework is intended for the use of schools, public bodies and other private enterprises who participate in European mobility projects.
  • This framework is intended to be applied in the context of ECVET implementation, specifically, to prepare the recognition process before a European mobility for VET learners take place.
  • Phase and Stage of the Pedagogical Circuit in which the Framework should be used:
    • Phase 1: Before Mobility
    • Stage 2: Preparing the Recognition Process