Prior Learning Assessment Event Next Week

Does your institution offer credit for prior learning? Would you like to explore the option? The Center for American Progress is hosting “Prior Learning Assessments: College Strategies for the Success of 21st Century Students” next Wednesday, September 28, 2011, 10:00am – 12:00pm EDT. From the event description on their website:

There are upstart leaders in higher education who are blazing a trail in the effective use of PLAs that helps students succeed in college by rewarding learning wherever it occurs. Today’s session takes an in-depth look at these solutions at both the systemic and individual institution level. How did they get started? How are they demonstrating effectiveness? What models do they suggest for best practice replication?

If you’re planning on being in DC, they’d love to have you drop by. If not, you can link to the live stream from this site.