Plain English Meaning

The clear, written rule that says what 'good enough' looks like for a lesson. It tells both the instructor and the learner exactly what has to be done, and how well, before the lesson is considered passed.

Full Definition

The specific, measurable criteria that define the acceptable level of performance a learner must demonstrate to show that a lesson's objective has been met. Completion standards state what the learner must do, under what conditions, and to what level of accuracy or skill.

Context Anchor

Seen in lesson plans, training syllabi, stage checks, and instructor evaluations.

Derivation

Completion' comes from the Latin complere, meaning 'to fill up' or 'finish.' '' comes from Old French estandart, a fixed or benchmark. Together: the fixed mark that has to be reached before the lesson is finished.