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A Question of Faith? Methodologies and Systems for Assessing Non-Formal Learning Require a Legitimate Basis.
Bjornavold, Jens – Vocational Training: European Journal, 1997
Methods for assessing nonformal learning must have a strong legal and legitimate basis. Institutional design and acceptance of value hinge on these methods. The strength of new assessment approaches will be defined by their ability to provide information. (SK)
Descriptors: Educational Assessment, Evaluation Criteria, Evaluation Methods, Nonformal Education
Assessment of Non-Formal Learning: The Quality and Limitations of Methodologies.
Bjornavold, Jens – Vocational Training: European Journal, 1997
The validity and reliability of methods for assessing nonformal learning are influenced by the type of knowledge being measured, which in turn influences assessment criteria. Satisfactory methods must consider the specific character of nonformal learning. (SK)
Descriptors: Alternative Assessment, Evaluation Criteria, Evaluation Methods, Nonformal Education
Identification and Validation of Prior and Informal Learning. Experiences, Innovations and Dilemmas. Discussion Paper = Ermittlung und Validierung von fruher bzw.informell erworbenen Kenntnissen. Erfahrungen, Innovationen, Probleme. Diskussionspapier = Identification et validation de l'apprentissage anterieur et informel. Experiences, innovations et problemes. Document de discussion. CEDEFOP Panorama.
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Bjornavold, Jens – 1997
During the last 5-10 years, a number of countries have introduced methods and systems for identifying, validating, and recognizing prior and nonformal learning that can be viewed as tools for improving the transparency and transfer of skills. In most cases, they have been operational for a comparatively short time, which makes it difficult to…
Descriptors: Certification, Credits, Educational Experience, Employment Experience