Forthcoming SEEC seminars 2011

4 Oct 2011

SEEC is a highly respected authority in the existing and developing field of Credit Accumulation and Transfer (CATS) at higher education levels.

SEEC serves as a reference point on credit-based learning, structures and processes in the UK and, now, in the developing field of European credit.

In addition to its annual conference, SEEC will be running a series of seminars throughout 2011-12

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Introduction to recognising learning through work - 28 October 2011

This seminar is intended for field leaders, course leaders or members of course teams new to concepts of integrating work and learning. It will introduce various forms of learning through work and consider how these can be integrated into different types of higher education programme.

The seminar will cover a range of options, from a work-based studies context to integration within more traditional delivery models. The seminar will also provide an introduction to the uses of APEL and learning contracts linked to learning through work. The seminar will be illustrated by case studies and real life examples and will involve all participants in activities and discussion.

Intended outcomes

Participants will be able to:

• Recognise different forms of learning through work
• Outline the uses of APEL and its relevance to employers and different types of higher education learner
• Propose ways in which learning contracts can be used in different approaches to learning and assessment

For more information and book your place visit the seminar's page on the SEEC website

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APEL in higher education - 30 November 2011

This seminar is designed for tutors advising and assessing students on the basis of their prior experience.

The seminar will provide an opportunity to share practice in the assessment of prior experiential learning (APEL) and to open up discussion about what kinds of evidence can count for credit.  The seminar will explore the role of general and specific credit and APEL practices in work based learning degrees and conventional awards at different levels from undergraduate level degrees to the Professional Doctorate. There will be an opportunity to make APEL assessment decisions using case studies and to discuss different approaches to assessment, guidance and facilitation.

Intended outcomes.

The session will help particpants to:

• Consider the impact of UK APEL assessment practices on the take-up of APEL across the post Browne HE sector.
• Explore ways in which APEL can be developed and enabled in programmes
• Share opportunities for thinking differently about evidence and APEL assessment.
• Make assessment decisions using case studies
• Examine how approaches to APEL facilitation can support candidates.

 For more information and book your place visit the seminar's page on the SEEC website