Recognition of prior learning: At a glance

Item:	1662
Title:	Recognition of prior learning: At a glance
Authors:	Jo Hargreaves
Publication date:	8 February 2006
Type:	Research summary
Themes:	Teaching and learning > Student assessment > Recognition of prior learning
	VET system > Qualifications framework > General
ISBN:	1 921169 33 8 print; 1 921169 39 7 web

Recognition of prior learning is a process whereby people have the skills and knowledge they have developed outside the formal education system assessed and valued against qualifications frameworks. This publication gives an overview of recent research into recognition of prior learning within the Australian vocational education and training system.

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