Recognition of prior learning

Recognition of Prior Learning

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Presentation Map

What is Recognition of Prior Learning?The learning contextWhy RPL?Recognition of Prior Learning:

ProcessRequirementsChallengesBenefits

“Recognition of prior learning means the comparison of the previous learning and experience of a learner howsoever obtained against the learning outcomes required for a specified qualification, and the acceptance for purposes of qualification of that which meets the requirements.” (Regulation no 18787 of March

1998, issued in terms of the SAQA Act 58 of 1995)

Recognition of Prior Learning

RPL Simplified

The process of:

Awarding credits against standards and

qualifications for learning that has occurred

outside of formal learning context.

RPL focuses on the LEARNING ACQUIRED.

Learning Context

Formal education & training programmes

Formal & informal on-the-job education &

training

Self study

Work & life experience

Applied Competence

Knowledge

Skill Behaviour

Why RPL?

Identifying current competence

Accelerated learning

Access to further learning

Redress of past inequalities

Giving recognition

Cost saving

RPL Process

The process of:Identifying acquired learningAssessing acquired learningComparing learning to standardsGiving recognitionAwarding credits

RPL Process

Identifying current competence

Matching competence with specific standard

Assessing against specific standards

Awarding credits

RPL Model

Pre-Screening Stage

RPL advisor meets with candidate

Determines:

Reason for RPL assessment

Relevance of competence

Readiness for assessment

Pre-Assessment Stage

Candidate develops individual profile

Links learning to relevant unit standard

Collects evidence of competence

Prepares Portfolio of Evidence

Prepares for assessment

Portfolio of Evidence

“Structured collection of evidence”

– Written transcripts from workplace assessors

– Demonstration of abilities through tasks– Records of activities undertaken– Supervisor testimonials– Audio visual presentation of work process

Quality of Evidence

Key criteria for good evidence:

• Valid

• Authentic

• Current

• Sufficient

Assessment Stage

RPL candidate demonstrates competence:Performing tasks / assignmentsWritten testsInterview

RPL assessor assesses all competencies:PracticalFoundationalReflexive

Does learning meet criteria?

Moderation Stage

Moderator checks quality of assessmentProcess

Methods

Instruments

Fairness, validity, reliability

Confirms assessment decision

Issues moderation report

Feedback Stage

RPL assessor provides feedback on assessment:

Written report

Feedback interview

RPL assessor indicates:

Overall outcome of assessment

Development areas

Future learning pathways

Accreditation Stage

ETQA endorses learner achievement

Credits awarded against:

Unit standard or

Qualification

Learner achievement included in NLRD

RPL System Requirements

RPL policyRPL proceduresRPL support systemAccessible RPL informationAccredited provider / assessment centreRPL criteria frameworkAccessible pre-screening criteriaRPL advisors

RPL Assessment Impacting factors

Quality assurance:Policy & ProceduresAssessment:

StrategyEnvironmentInstruments

Practitioner experienceLearner:

Readiness (preparation)Prior learning

Management support

RPL Challenges

Stigmatisation of RPL qualifications Financial expectationsEnsuring validity and credibility of RPL qualifications Assessment preparation and support of RPL candidates Initial setup costSustainability of an RPL system

RPL Questions?

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Recognition of prior learning

Documents

PLAR Prior Learning Assessment & Recognition SWRK 3152

Recognition of Prior Learning Experience the Accreditation Process Recognition of Prior Learning Experience the Accreditation Process

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