Module Details

Module Code: EDUC9041
Title: RPL:Policy, Practice, Pedagogy
Long Title: RPL:Policy, Practice, Pedagogy
NFQ Level: Expert
Valid From: Semester 1 - 2016/17 ( September 2016 )
Duration: 1 Semester
Credits: 10
Field of Study: 1420 - Education Studies
Module Delivered in: 2 programme(s)
Module Description: The module is suitable for education practitioners. This module provides the learner with a knowledge and insight into the motivations for, and implementation of the Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) within education and training. In this module National, European and international policies and procedures for RPL are considered. The relevance and implications for learning design and assessment are reflected upon. The main aim of the module is the integration of all forms of learning (formal, informal and non-formal) in curriculum design and assessment within the learners professional context.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Evaluate National, European and International policy and procedures for RPL with a particular focus on current national priorities.
LO2 Analyse the implications of RPL practice for learning design, learning and programme outcomes
LO3 Produce a learning project and assessment strategy from your own professional context, with diverse learners and forms of learning as the central consideration.
LO4 Develop appropriate RPL strategies and processes for an agreed target audience within your own professional context.
LO5 Analyse and define roles, practices and tools for mentoring and support for recognition of prior learning.
Dependencies
Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is strongly recommended before enrolment in this module. You may enrol in this module if you have not acquired the recommended learning but you will have considerable difficulty in passing (i.e. achieving the learning outcomes of) the module. While the prior learning is expressed as named MTU module(s) it also allows for learning (in another module or modules) which is equivalent to the learning specified in the named module(s).
Incompatible Modules
These are modules which have learning outcomes that are too similar to the learning outcomes of this module. You may not earn additional credit for the same learning and therefore you may not enrol in this module if you have successfully completed any modules in the incompatible list.
7067 EDUC9020 Recognition of Prior Learning
Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
Requirements

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is mandatory before enrolment in this module is allowed. You may not enrol on this module if you have not acquired the learning specified in this section.
No requirements listed
 
Indicative Content
Definitions
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL), Non- Formal , Informal and formal learning, Experiential learning, learning outcomes, programme outcomes, learning design, validation and assessment. European and International acronyms relating to the recognition of prior learning as they evolve and develop.
National, European and International RPL Policy and position papers
To identify, source and analyse key position papers and reports relevant to RPL from agencies such as (for example) the Higher Education Authority, Department of Education and Skills, QQI, EU Commission, Cedefop, UNESCO, OECD, EGFSN, HEA Compact, RPL practitioner network, SOLAS, FIN report, SIF EIE and REAP, Skills Strategy, ENIC NAIRC
Academic Development Matters
RPL in curriculum design, development and assessment, experiential learning assessment, work based learning, Pedagogy, RPL practice models, Learning theory, Learner diversity, Quality Assurance, Reflection, National Framework of Qualifications
RPL supports and structures
Mentoring, competence framework, assessment methods for RPL, portfolio, rubric, assessment criteria
Case Studies
National, European and International case studies
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework100.00%

Assessments

Coursework
Assessment Type Reflective Journal % of Total Mark 10
Timing Every Week Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4,5
Assessment Description
The purpose of the reflective journal is to capture learning, observations, successes and challenges experienced during the module and to inform the development of the project and presentation assessments.
Assessment Type Project % of Total Mark 70
Timing Every Week Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,5
Assessment Description
To design a learning event with an associated inclusive assessment strategy giving due consideration to good practice. An outline of the roles, practices and tools for support of the RPL applicant must be provided. Due in Week 13.
Assessment Type Presentation % of Total Mark 20
Timing Sem End Learning Outcomes 1,4
Assessment Description
This presentation is based on the development of appropriate strategies and processes for a specified purpose or target audience in the context of current RPL policy, procedures, national and international priorities.
No End of Module Formal Examination
Reassessment Requirement
Coursework Only
This module is reassessed solely on the basis of re-submitted coursework. There is no repeat written examination.

The University reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact This may be delivered as a block Every Week 2.00 2
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact No Description Every Week 12.00 12
Total Hours 14.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 14.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 2.00
Workload: Part Time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact This may be delivered as a block Every Week 2.00 2
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact No Description Every Week 12.00 12
Total Hours 14.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 14.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 2.00
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • Edited by Harris, J., Breier,M., Wihak, C.. (2014), Handbook of the Recognition of Prior Learning: Resesarch into Practice, NIACE, [ISBN: 9781862018617].
Supplementary Book Resources
  • Edited by Harris, J., Breier, M., Wihak, C.. (2011), Researching the Recognition of Prior Learning : International Perspectives, NIACE, [ISBN: 9781862014602].
Recommended Article/Paper Resources
Supplementary Article/Paper Resources
Other Resources
 
Module Delivered in
Programme Code Programme Semester Delivery
CR_HTLHE_9 Master of Arts in Teaching and Learning in Higher Education 2 Group Elective 2
CR_HTCHL_9 Postgraduate Diploma in Arts in Teaching & Learning in Higher Education 2 Group Elective 2