rpl springboarders
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What isRecognition of Prior Learning ?
How does it work ? The policy ?
Prepare a prior learning case ?
This class will cover the following:
Why the different types of learning matter
The RPL policy in CIT
How to submit a prior learning case
What happens in assessment ?
When do I hear back ?
Recognition of Prior Learning
Is when recognition is
given
for what you already know prior to starting on a programme or module
We focus on learning
What you have learned previously through activities in the workplace, also hobbies, or community involvement
National Framework of Qualifications
What RPL is Bringing learning gained in life back to academia to be recognised formally now against courses on the national framework
The ability to conduct
In practice this means documenting your learning and presenting what is relevant for assessment.
On assessment your learning is compared with a reference point on the framework.
See the Framework as a scaffold
Programme outcomes modulesLearning outcomes
Learning outcomes are the focus of a prior learning case – you must meet each outcome to be allowed an exemption
Present a case against each one showing how you have it covered already
Each programme is made up of modules
they are units of learning (a subject)
You must meet each learning
outcome to be allowed a prior
learning case
You must organise documentation to support your claim
Get the learning outcomes atcourses.cit.ie
Type of paperwork you need to submit depends on the type of prior learning case you have
Experiential casesFormal cases
All forms of learning can be assessedIn practice we categorise learning
Formal
Non formal
Informal
• Register for module (You are registering your intention to be assessed)
• Your prior learning case is assessed by the module lecturer
• Interim result lets you know if it will be allowed
• Result finalised at module exam boards, semester end
For prior formal learning
Learning that was gained in collegeDownload from http://www.cit.ie/rpl/submittingmycase/creditsonaprogramme/
Prior formal learning - proof
• Must bring transcript of results – the original• Syllabus (your year)• (and if you can get it include the exam paper) Transcript of
results
syllabus
Page 2
Where you state the basis of your case – what relevant exam have you done already ?
Mark each learning outcomewith a colour and use that to show where your learning matches on your previous syllabus
Page 3 - Mapping your learning against the learning outcomes
Match where you meet each learning outcome with your old syllabus
Map where your previous learning matches that of the current module
Old syllabus highlighted where relevant
Results Formal learning• Gets an exemption (if each learning outcome is met)• Shows as X on the results transcript• Full credits awarded• Full module fee upfront and after module exam
board formalises result refund (less 50 euro assessment fee) is paid (June and Feb)
Non formal learning
Learning that was gained in a training course at work or in the communityDownload from http://www.cit.ie/rpl/submittingmycase/creditsonaprogramme/
Non formal learning proof
SyllabusCertificatesOutline of training courseCourse notesBrief explanation against the learning outcomes of the module
Get the correct set of learning outcomes at http://modules.cit.ie/
Present a case against each one showing how you have it covered already
Portfolio Template
Amend CV to represent you10 minutes effortdetails relevant to the module
Present against the learning outcomes
Present what was doneagainst each
learning outcome
Show how previous course is relevant
Non formal verificationlist as presented
Verification section
List all proof herePut effort into
organising proof and labelling or signposting what you are using
Results non formal learning
• Gets a grade (if each learning outcome is met)• Shows as a numerical mark on the results transcript• Full credits awarded• Full module fee – no refund
Informal learning (experiential)
Experiential learning gained through activities in the workplace, also hobbies, or community involvementDownload from http://www.cit.ie/rpl/submittingmycase/exp/
Informal learning proof(experiential)
• Must back up what you are claiming• Use a range of proof that shows your involvement• Emails, documents, project outlines• diaries, letters, photos, log books, • Standard Operating Procedures, artifacts, products,
etc
Portfolio Template
CV and Job Description
Outline of roles andresponsibilities
Another example
Learning Achieved
Where you layout the basis of your case
Blank page
Present the learning outcomesand draw on your own experience to write a response
Delete these
prompts
• Present a case against 3 sample learning outcomes
• By going through the process you will gain an understanding of what it is to prepare a case
See how proof is built into the text
Drawing on your learning to show your hand against each learning outcome
Another example
A couple of examples
against the outcome,
showing your learning
and involvement in an
area, suitably backed up
with documentation
Verification section
Where you presentProof to backupYour case
Blank page
You build in the evidence
Look at this example
Evidence is presented against each Learning outcome
Declaration is signed at the back
AssessmentMeeting each learning outcome is the basic requirement
Feedback 10 days after submitting for assessment
• Any Questions ?
• www.cit.ie/rpl has good basic information• [email protected] for email support preparing
a case