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Redesign of Prior Learning Assessment in an Award-Winning Degree Completion Program
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Boden, Carrie J. – International Journal of Adult Vocational Education and Technology, 2019
In the 21st century economic landscape, many argue the importance of a college degree, as entry into many occupations now requires advanced credentials. Pursuing a college degree costs time and money, often presenting barriers to those pursuing the dream. Prior learning assessment (PLA) offers a solution to spend less time and money earning a…
Descriptors: Prior Learning, Student Evaluation, Adult Students, Portfolio Assessment
"Getting Back into School Mode": Experiences of Former Speech-Language Pathology Assistants in Graduate School
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Wolford, George W.; Wolford, Laura L.; Fissel Brannick, Schea; Anderson, Emily N.; McLoud, Kaitlin – Perspectives of the ASHA Special Interest Groups, 2022
Purpose: The purpose of this article is to describe the speech-language pathology master's program experience for two groups of students: students with former speech-language pathology assistant (SLPA) experience (fSLPA) and students without SLPA experience (nSLPA). Results are relevant to current SLPAs who are considering attending graduate…
Descriptors: Graduate Students, Masters Programs, Speech Language Pathology, Allied Health Personnel
College-Level Learning and Prior Experiential Learning Assessment.
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McCormick, Donald W. – Adult Learning, 1993
Three qualities form the foundation of college-level learning: (1) conceptual knowledge--articulation of concepts, theories, and principles; (2) generalizable knowledge; and (3) courses traditionally taught in college--excluding secondary courses, noncredit programs, popular learning, and vocational courses. (SK)
Descriptors: College Credits, College Programs, Concept Formation, Experiential Learning
The Independent Study Program at Lesley College.
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Levine, Renee – Journal of the NAWDAC, 1982
Describes an independent study program for college students who wish to pursue a truly independent course of studies. Gives examples of individual programs which grew from students' needs and professional experience. Outlines guidelines for independent study. (Author/RC)
Descriptors: College Programs, College Students, Higher Education, Independent Study