Recognition of Prior Learning RPL Formal Learning NonStandard

Recognition of Prior Learning

RPL Formal Learning Non-Standard Learning Informal Learning

RPL: Formal Learning • • Admission Policies Degree Assessment Transcripts Challenge Exams

RPL: Non-Standard Learning • Non-credit courses • On-the-job training • Professional certification

RPL: Informal Learning • Work experience • Life experience

RPL: Assessment & Recognition • Credential Recognition – Recognizing diplomas, degrees, professional designations (CGA, CMA, etc. ), etc. – May be used for admission purposes. – May be used for advanced standing with credit. – May be used to waive program requirements (advanced standing with no credit).

RPL: Assessment & Recognition • Transfer Credit – Awarding credit at one institution for courses completed at another institution. – May include course-for-course, block transfer, and articulation agreements.

RPL: Assessment & Recognition • Prior Learning Assessment & Recognition – Assessing and recognizing non-standard and/or informal learning. – Assessment may be based on: • • Exams (oral or written) Writing samples Performance/skills Products, etc.

RPL Considerations • What makes a TWU degree? • Accreditations & limits from external orgs. • What limits on types of learning should be set? • Are all types of learning of equal value? • What are industry standards & best practices? • Must avoid looking like a degree mill!

RPL Resources • http: //www. cael. org/home Council for Adult and Experiential Learning (CAEL).