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Towards a learning province: recognizing and crediting learning in British Columbia: a vision for prior learning assessment in the 21st century

This discussion paper focuses on one important aspect of the learning province, a tool called 'prior learning asses... Show more
This discussion paper focuses on one important aspect of the learning province, a tool called 'prior learning assessment' [PLA]. Through PLA individuals can systematically receive recognition and credit for what they know and can do. But as the discussion paper makes clear, within this context PLA cannot be viewed as a single, stand alone entity. PLA will best serve the learning province integrated within and across many different contexts and sectors.
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Authors: Simosko, Susan

Date: 2000

Geographic subjects: Canada; North America

Resource type: Government report or paper

Subjects: Pathways; Teaching and learning
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Assessing the skills and competencies of internationally trained immigrants: a manual for regulatory bodies, employers and other stakeholders

[Prior learning assessment and recognition] PLAR is a process that determines what a person knows and can do. It in... Show more
[Prior learning assessment and recognition] PLAR is a process that determines what a person knows and can do. It involves the recognition of informal learning acquired through various means: employment, volunteer work, military training, hobbies, personal reading, and other significant life experiences. Two other PLAR applications are credit review of workplace training, and articulation agreements between institutions. In Canada, some jurisdictions consider PLAR as a combination of formal, non-formal and informal learning, in which case they may refer to the process as recognition of prior learning (RPL). The PLAR process is particularly important to immigrants who have gained knowledge and skills in their home country in a variety of ways: in the labour force, at home, through community work, or through independent study. They may have valuable experience in their home countries, but their credentials may not be exactly equivalent to those required in Canada. Many employers rely heavily on the evaluation of foreign credentials to determine an applicant’s suitability for a particular job or professional designation. However, as valuable as credentials are, they do not in themselves attest to an individual's full breadth of knowledge, skills and experience. This manual provides an overview of the five assessment methods commonly associated with PLAR and with competency-based assessment. These methods - self-assessments, written examinations, oral questioning, demonstrations and observations, and portfolios - are used by regulatory and licensing bodies, and by educational and training organizations, across Canada and around the world.
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Authors: Simosko, Susan

Date: 2012

Geographic subjects: Canada; North America

Resource type: Guide

Subjects: Assessment; Migration; Skills and knowledge ... [+] Show more
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Prior learning assessment and the trades: 2001 assessment forum

This report summarizes a two-day event, titled Prior Learning Assessment and the Trades, held in February 2001 and ... Show more
This report summarizes a two-day event, titled Prior Learning Assessment and the Trades, held in February 2001 and co-hosted by the Industry Training and Apprenticeship Commission (ITAC) and the Centre for Curriculum, Transfer and Technology (C2T2). Fifty-seven representatives from key stakeholder groups identified and analyzed issues related to expanding opportunities for individuals in the trades to earn credit and recognition for their skills and knowledge. The [chief executive officers] CEOs of the two sponsoring agencies and representatives of college programs, students, business and labour highlighted the need to address these issues in the context of real and apparent skill shortages and the need for British Columbia [BC] to find new solutions to sustain a fully competent, flexible workforce into the foreseeable future. Although BC has made significant strides in offering prior learning assessment (PLA) opportunities to learners within the postsecondary system, few applications can yet be found in business and industry contexts. Even within the post-secondary system, opportunities are typically limited within trade areas.
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Authors: Simosko, Susan

Date: 2001

Geographic subjects: Canada; North America

Resource type: Government report or paper

Subjects: Pathways; Industry; Skills and knowledge ... [+] Show more
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Embedding accreditation of prior learning (APL)

This briefing note provides a detailed overview of the lessons learned from recent APL projects. It outlines the ba... Show more
This briefing note provides a detailed overview of the lessons learned from recent APL projects. It outlines the background to APL, and a number of second phase APL projects. It picks out common threads, and looks at implementation issues. The paper concludes that APL is a viable option, lending itself to a range of vocational areas and qualifications, and a range of candidates. Recommendations for its use are made. Show less

Authors: Simosko, Susan

Corporate authors: Great Britain. Employment Department

Date: 1992

Geographic subjects: Europe; Great Britain

Resource type: Government report or paper

Series name: Competence & assessment briefing series

Subjects: Assessment; Evaluation; Teaching and learning ... [+] Show more
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APL: a practical guide for professionals

This book offers comprehensive and straightforward guidance to professionals in education, training or employement,... Show more
This book offers comprehensive and straightforward guidance to professionals in education, training or employement, who need or wish to implement an accreditation of prior learning (APL) system. Practical advice, drawn from recent experience in the UK, USA, and Australia, is offered on major key issues including: how to advise and support candidates through the APL process; how to assess candidates; how to evaluate evidence and how to design an APL training programme. Show less

Authors: Simosko, Susan

Date: 1991

Geographic subjects: North America; Oceania; Europe ... [+] Show more

Resource type: Guide

Subjects: Assessment; Evaluation; Workforce development ... [+] Show more

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Towards a learning province: recognizing and crediting learning in British Columbia: a vision for prior learning assessment in the 21st century

Assessing the skills and competencies of internationally trained immigrants: a manual for regulatory bodies, employers and other stakeholders

Prior learning assessment and the trades: 2001 assessment forum

Embedding accreditation of prior learning (APL)

APL: a practical guide for professionals