Recognition of prior learning, an effective way to obtain a diploma
Between 2001 and 2008, 56% of the 62,475 students in North America who benefited from prior learning assessment and recognition (PLAR) went on to earn a degree, compared with just 21% of non-PLAR students. Given the results in terms of perseverance and the volume of courses taken (20% more), PLAR, for both distance and classroom courses, is an option that all institutions would do well to offer their candidates.