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Completion Data vs Capability Evidence

Completion shows exposure. Capability evidence shows demonstrated performance.

Fair comparison

Completion is an activity signal. Capability evidence is a performance signal.

Completion data shows whether a learner finished a module, course, assignment, or training path.

QLM captures the evidence behind capability: decisions, explanations, revisions, transfer tasks, and readiness movement.

Comparison table

QuestionCompletion dataQLM
Primary questionDid the person finish?What can the person do now?
Common useAdministration, compliance, progress tracking.Readiness, intervention, mobility, assessment integrity.
Best next stepUse completion to manage participation.Use capability evidence to guide support and decisions.

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