prior learning assessment

Today’s learners need flexible, cost-efficient ways to increase knowledge, enhance skills, or complete a college degree. The rising cost of college tuition coupled with the demands of work/life balance challenge many individuals seeking advanced education. As such, higher education administrators need to identify new approaches to learning and higher education that address these barriers. This presentation addresses the following question: “How do institutions of higher education address the needs of flexible, cost-efficient education for today’s adult learners?” Topics include: An overview of Open College at Purdue University Global, open degree programs, and PLA (Prior Learning Assessment) course efforts.