References
RPL Tools
References
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RPL Tools
Dublin Institute of Technology (DIT) RPL Student Guide, available from: Link (Accessed 17 October 2011)
Dutch Centre for Accreditation of Prior Learning, available from: Link (Accessed 17 October 2011)
French National Website for Validation of Learning Through Experience, Link (Accessed 17 October 2011)
National University of Ireland, Galway (NUIG), Recognition of Prior Learning: Link (Accessed 17 October 2011)
OECD, Recognition of Non-formal and Informal Learning – Home: Link (Accessed 17 October 2011)
Recognition of Prior Learning Network (part of Bologna Process structures): Link (Accessed 17 October 2011)
Recognition of Prior Learning: Focus on Practice (Education in Employment, CIT, 2009), available from: Link (Accessed 17 October 2011)
Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework (SCQF) RPL Toolkit, available from: Link (Accessed 17 October 2011)
Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework (SCQF) RPL general information, including case studies. See Link (Accessed 17 October 2011)
Terminology of Education and Training Policy: A Multilingual Glossary (CEDEFOP, 2009), available from: Link (Accessed 17 October 2011)
The Knowledge System for Lifelong Learning: Link (Accessed 17 October 2011)
University of Limerick, Department of Lifelong Learning and Outreach: Link (Accessed 24 August 2011)