IDIS 2050 Prior Learning Portfolio Construction

This course provides a structure for students to document prior learning experiences for the purpose of requesting experiential/prior learning credit. In this course, students will construct a portfolio to demonstrate college-level knowledge acquired through work, volunteer, community, or other experiences prior to arriving at Piedmont University. At the conclusion of this course, this portfolio will be submitted for review to assess whether the learning outcomes of proposed Piedmont courses have been adequately met.

Credits

1

Typically Offered

Online: as needed

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon the completion of this course, students will be able to demonstrate the following outcome-based learning skills:

1. Understand what constitutes prior learning credit (the differences between experience and learning).
2. Compile and maintain a portfolio supporting a request for experiential/prior learning credit.
3. Reflect on experiences prior to arriving at Piedmont and integrate these experiences with their coursework at Piedmont University to help clarify educational goals.
4. Successfully submit a request for experiential/prior learning credit.