| Summary: | This study explored the implementation of the recognition of prior learning (RPL)
at Unisa by investigating the strengths and weaknesses of the RPL methodology,
instruments and processes when taking students through the RPL process. The
successes and challenges experienced by the RPL academic advisors and the
academic assessors were determined and guidelines provided for the effective
implementation of RPL at Unisa. The empirical research design was exploratory
within a qualitative framework employing participant observation, focus group
interviewing, individual interviewing and the distribution of questionnaires that
consisted of open-ended questions. The research sample comprised 26
purposefully selected participants. With regard to the research findings, the
challenges include a lack of administrative support, a lack of support from top
management and the academic staff, and a lack of communication between
management and the RPL department. The strength of the RPL department lay
in its well-documented process manual. === Teacher Education === M. Ed. (Education Management)
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