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Journal of Prior Learning Assessment
Journal of
Prior Learning Assessment
The Journal of Prior Learning Assessment is peer-reviewed dialogue to provide students, faculty, administrators, researcher, and other interested individuals with information on lessons learned, case studies and best practices related to prior learning assessment. The Journal of Prior Learning Assessment provides a forum for anyone with an interest in the assessment of prior learning.
Paper Focus Areas: Practice, Administrative or Theoretical
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Valdosta State University initiated a Prior Learning Assessment pilot program effective Spring Semester 2008. This new initiative was piloted with selective courses and departments in 2008.
The Prior Learning Assessment program began as a pilot project funded by the Transition to Teaching grant and was cooperatively developed by faculty members from the College of Arts and Sciences and the Dewar College of Education. A PLA Working Group composed of members of both colleges was charged with developing the Pilot Project.
Mission of the Journal of Prior Learning Assessment
Expand the boundaries of current knowledge, and explore the practical applications of that knowledge, through excellence in scholarship and creative endeavors.
Overview of Prior Learning
Prior learning is learning gained through life or work outside of structured higher educational courses. Many people learn through their experiences in life such as those in professional endeavors (through business, the military, or other work/training experiences) or through other educational experiences (through community work, family, travel, or personal study).
For more information contact:
Dr. Jerry Merwin
Office: 106 West Hall
Phone: 229-333-5776
Email: gamerwin@valdosta.edu