• Recognition of prior learning: the accelerated rate of change in Australian universities

    Author(s):
    Tim Pitman (see profile)
    Date:
    2009
    Subject(s):
    Higher education and state
    Item Type:
    Article
    Tag(s):
    higher education studies, social inclusion, Higher education policy
    Permanent URL:
    http://dx.doi.org/10.17613/3qep-e691
    Abstract:
    The recognition of prior learning (RPL) is a cornerstone of the lifelong learning policies of most developed nations. Yet the scholarly view in Australia has been that, unlike other post‐compulsory education sectors, universities have erected barriers to limit the development of RPL. This paper re‐examines the current policy environment and finds evidence that universities are now more active in developing and promoting RPL, as evidenced by the rich detail of information contained in recent policies, as well as the accessibility of this information on the web. Recognition of prior learning policies are examined in detail to shed light further on the state of play of RPL in the Australian higher education sector.
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    Pub. DOI:
    10.1080/07294360902725082
    Publisher:
    Informa UK Limited
    Pub. Date:
    2009-3-11
    Journal:
    Higher Education Research & Development
    Volume:
    28
    Issue:
    2
    Page Range:
    227 - 240
    ISSN:
    0729-4360,1469-8366
    Status:
    Published
    Last Updated:
    3 years ago
    License:
    All Rights Reserved
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