Episode 176: Credit for Prior Learning

Guest Dr. Matt Bergman joins Tom and Kelvin to discuss the current role credit for prior learning plays in American higher education and how we can all do a bit more to use this approach effectively in our digital learning work.

Content Links 

• Dr. Matt Bergman’s Online Profile
• Council for Adult and Experiential Learning (CAEL)
• [Report From AACRAO] “Embracing Credit for Prior Learning: Advancing Educational Equity and Mobility through a Learner-Centric Approach”
• [Report From CAEL] “The PLA Boost”
• [Case Study from AASCU] “Accelerating Graduation with Expanded Credit Initiative” (Lehman College)
• [YouTube Channel] “College Hacked” (recommended by Tom)

Extra Special Feature

• Video Version of This Episode!