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Partnering with Adult Partnering with Adult LearnersLearners
Breaking Barriers by Recognizing Experiential & Non-Formal Learning
Academic BarriersAcademic Barriers
It’s time to break through!
Activity Sheet
Knowledge
Skills
Abilities
Personal Attributes
What do we mean by What do we mean by ‘Learning’?‘Learning’?
Formal Learning
Non-Formal Learning
Informal Learning
And links it with formal learning.
PLARPLAR recognizes the value of non-formal and informal learning in the development of our workforce:
• Work experience• Non-credit courses• Industry training• Self-study• Volunteer activities
PLAR is a valid process ofPLAR is a valid process of
• identifying learning• documenting/proving learning• assessing learning• recognizing that learning formally
It is based on clear learning outcomes and occupational standards. It measures prior learning and current competence.
Proven Skill or KnowledgeProven Skill or KnowledgeCandidate provides evidence that learning is:
•relevent to a specific course/discipline•current•at the depth/level of post-secondary training
Credit earned only:•when the standard expectations for the learning outcomes in the course are met.
PLAR Responds To:PLAR Responds To:
• Access to education• Labour mobility/portable credentials• Qualification recognition (occupational and
international)• Occupations in transition• Workforce adjustments• Emerging occupations• Training partnerships• Efficient use of training dollars
BarriersBarriers&&
BenefitsBenefits
Adult LearnersAdult Learners• Increasingly more mature students (25 years+)• May work part-time or full-time while studying• Come with a variety of work and volunteer experiences• May have worked already in the field of study• Have have family/life commitments• Have have expectations about what they need to learn
and what they already know
PLAR BenefitsPLAR BenefitsValued for their skill and knowledgeRedundant Training ReducedSave or Reallocate TimeBetter use of Training Dollar
““Drop Outs” Drop Outs” aka Successful Early Leaversaka Successful Early Leavers• Students develop enough skill and knowledge to become
marketable• Quit programs when offered employment• Minimal # courses remaining• Attending classes is difficult• Develop remaining skills on the job over time
PLAR BenefitsPLAR BenefitsRecognizes alternate learning methodsReduces time to graduatestudent completes program (more graduates for you!) improves mobility for low seniority worker
Licensing/Regulatory Licensing/Regulatory ChangesChanges
Example: Early Childhood Education• Employment standard changed; workers must have ECE
Certificate• Competent workers already learned through on-the-job training,
mentoring and experience• Workers cannot afford to leave jobs for retraining• GAP training available by distance
PLAR BenefitsPLAR Benefits workforce credentials upgraded efficiently no loss-time & no loss wages retain qualified, experienced workers eliminate redundant training
Certification and Certification and Re-CertificationRe-Certification
Example: Continuing Nursing Education and Advanced Clinical Practices
• skill/knowledge standards required by employment in specializations
• Currency obtained in the field• Skills and knowledge are transferable and can be assessed
PLAR BenefitsPLAR Benefitsshorten employment response time to certify qualified
workers reduce redundant training
Mentorship LearningMentorship Learning
Examples: Fine Arts, Media and Graphic Arts• Established in an arts community• Study with a master of artistic choice• Highly specialized• Need flexible access to education• Importance of credentials increasing
PLAR BenefitsPLAR BenefitsRespect learning styles and special needsAccommodates specialized skill developmentBlends creative environment with educational structures
Customized CoursesCustomized CoursesExample: Computer Applications• coned requests for short, specific workshops• no evaluation/non-credit • Further develop & apply skills over time
PLAR BenefitsPLAR BenefitsResponds to diverse training deliveriesSupports “just-in-time” requirementsProvides for individual certification needs
Emerging TechnologiesEmerging Technologies• new educational programs• Existing experienced workers in field• Previous training is industry specific
PLAR BenefitsPLAR Benefitscredential the experts who pioneer new occupations or
technical skill setsportable credentials across industriesCost-effective for students and employer
Distance LearnersDistance Learners
Example: Off Campus/ Correspondence/ Virtual Delivery
• selective in study choices and variety of sources• often working in a related field• limited access to formal/traditional education
PLAR BenefitsPLAR Benefitsvalues alternative learning methodsefficiency for studentCompletes a recognized credential
Interested in learning more Interested in learning more about how to implement about how to implement
PLAR?PLAR?• Consider RPL Practitioner Advanced
Certificate Training for Professionals (Educators, Counselors, and Human Resource Specialists)
Visit our website: http://www.siast.sk.ca/siast/educationtraining/advancedcertificate/5883/8665/5854/index.shtml
For More InformationFor More Information
Kim Orynik – PLAR CoordinatorKim Orynik – PLAR CoordinatorEmail: [email protected]
Cristal Gobeil – PLAR FacilitatorCristal Gobeil – PLAR FacilitatorEmail: [email protected]
Saskatchewan Institute Applied Science & Saskatchewan Institute Applied Science & Technology (SIAST)Technology (SIAST)PLAR web page: http://www.siast.sk.ca/siast/admissions/plar.htm
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