Prior learning assessment is associated with cost and time savings and higher credential completion, yet engagement remains low¶
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q2 i? PLA use is associated with cost and time savings and higher credential completion, but engagement remains low due to cumbersome application processes and faculty hesitation. → Zohal Shah 2024
q2 i? A 2019 AACRAO survey found 8 out of 10 institutions offer at least one PLA option. → Zohal Shah 2024
Evidence¶
Zohal Shah 2024¶
Zohal Shah, Marilys Galindo, Chioma Aso-Hernandez, Christina Luke Luna, Keun-woo Lee, Josh Weisgrau, Teresa Solorzano, Britney Jacobs. (2024). The Promise of Micro-credentials and Learning and Employment Record Technologies for Youth and K-12 Schools. Digital Promise. https://digitalpromise.dspacedirect.org/items/2a854754-2233-4d09-9112-5b2f668321e8 doi:10.51388/20.500.12265/224
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Landscape review reporting on prior learning assessment, citing Brookings Institution analysis. The review also notes that "Applying for PLA can be cumbersome, requiring significant time and advising support for completion."
"The use of PLA is associated with cost and time savings and higher credential completion for students"
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- Workforce-context micro-credential success depends on sustained partnerships, employer recognition, higher-education credit linkage, and time-cost flexibility — related
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Prior learning assessment is associated with cost and time savings and higher credential completion, yet engagement remains low |
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Prior learning assessment is associated with cost and time savings and higher credential completion, yet engagement remains low |
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