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Golding, Tyrrell and Dunn, Clare
(2020).
URL: https://www.open.ac.uk/employability-conference/
Abstract
Recognition of Prior Experiential Learning (RPEL) can widen access to higher education (HE) for individuals “who might otherwise be excluded by a lack of formal qualifications” (Garnett and Caveye, 2015, p. 29).
By valuing the learning gained through experience, RPEL acknowledges that higher level learning takes place in many settings and through this could create a more holistic education system that meets the needs of a wider audience (Marr and Bravenboer, 2017).
Through reflection, the RPEL process can make learning more meaningful and context specific, which could also enhance an individuals' motivation to engage. This paper will critically review the key challenges and opportunities for RPEL within Open and Distance Education and will focus specifically on those relevant to the development of a module that recognises and accredits prior experiential learning.
It will draw on research exploring the learning that occurs for adults when they volunteer with young people and will seek to consider how RPEL can be mapped to the employability framework to further enhance these outcomes for students.
This paper will critically review the key challenges and opportunities for RPEL within Open and Distance Education and will focus specifically on those relevant to the development of a module that recognises and accredits prior experiential learning.
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- Lifelong Learning; Volunteering; REPL
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Faculty of Wellbeing, Education and Language Studies (WELS) > Education, Childhood, Youth and Sport > Childhood, Youth and Sport > Childhood and Youth
Faculty of Wellbeing, Education and Language Studies (WELS) > Education, Childhood, Youth and Sport > Childhood, Youth and Sport
Faculty of Wellbeing, Education and Language Studies (WELS) > Education, Childhood, Youth and Sport
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