Prior Learning Assessment (PLA) and Competency-Based Education (CBE)

The RP Group collaborated with the Council for Adult and Experiential Learning and the Moran Technology Group to conduct research on prior learning assessment (PLA) and competency-based education (CBE), on behalf of the Los Angeles Chamber of Commerce (LA Chamber). This study examined policies and practices currently governing PLA and CBE at the national and state levels in order to inform program development efforts and potential advocacy for these approaches. The research also supported Los Angeles Trade-Technical College’s efforts to implement its “Pathways to Academic, Career, and Transfer Success” framework in collaboration with the LA Chamber. The partners aim to utilize the information gleaned from the research to advocate for changes in policies and practices at the state and local levels that are necessary to strengthen PLA and CBE programs across California Community Colleges.

 

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Project Team Information

Lead: Ireri Valenzuela, Senior Researcher and Associate Director, Leading from the Middle

Team Member(s) Mike Howe, Don McIntyre, Victoria Spencer

Partner(s):
Council for Adult and Experiential Learning, Moran Technology Group

Funder(s):
Los Angeles Chamber of Commerce