IDS 102: Prior Learning Portfolio Development

Course Description

This course focuses on the principles and methodology of assessing college level learning acquired outside the traditional classroom. Students analyze personal learning in terms of adult learning theory. They identify, articulate, and document personal learning outcomes and relate what they have learned to the topics and learning outcomes college courses. The course promotes skill development in organizing information, writing, analyzing, and critical thinking. Students prepare a prior learning portfolio to demonstrate learning equivalent to one course which may be submitted for assessment at no additional charge within 30 days of successfully completing the IDS 102 course. A grade of “C” or better in this course is required for anyone seeking portfolio credit. (3 credits)

Prerequisite

ENG 101: English Composition 1

Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

Distinguish between learning experiences and learning outcomes.
Analyze their personal learning experiences in terms of adult learning theory and in relation to college courses.
Identify and document their personal learning outcomes.
Examine topics and learning outcomes of college courses in relation to their personal learning outcomes.
Identify college courses that potentially match their personal learning outcomes.
Prepare a prior learning portfolio to demonstrate that their personal learning is equivalent to what would be achieved by successfully completing a specified credit-bearing course taught at a regionally accredited higher education institution.

Course Activities and Grading

Assignments	Weight
Class Discussions (based on 8 forums)	10%
Auto-graded Activities (based on 3 quizzes)	5%
Worksheets (based on Proposal, Learning Inventory, Summary Sheet, and Evidence List)	10%
Portfolio Documents (based on Resume, 1^st draft Introduction, and 1^st draft Narrative)	15%
Revised Portfolio Documents (based on 2^nd draft Introduction and 2^nd draft Narrative)	20%
Portfolio	40%
Total	100%

Required Text

All materials for the course are available on the class site. Please see the class site for all reading assignments.

Recommended Resources

A good desktop reference for grammar, punctuation, etc.
A handbook or desktop reference for the current APA and/or MLA reference formats.
A college level dictionary.

Course Schedule

Week	SLOs	Readings and Exercises	Assignments
1	1, 2	Topic: Implicit Learning Readings: Academic Honesty General Information about the Portfolio Process Components of a Portfolio Resume Writing Resume Guidelines Tacit Knowledge and Cows Resume Writing Instructions from America's Career Information Network	Read the lecture material and assigned readings Participate in discussions (First discussion response is due no later than 11:59 p.m. ET on Wednesday. See Course Policies for more information) Submit Portfolio Document Assignment: Resume Complete Quiz: Portfolio Information
2	1, 2	Topic: Distinguishing Experience from Learning Readings: Writing the Portfolio Introduction Portfolio Introduction Instructions and Requirements Exploring the Possibilities Understanding Experience, Reflection and Learning	Read the lecture material and assigned readings Participate in discussions (First discussion response is due no later than 11:59 p.m. ET on Wednesday. See Course Policies for more information) Submit Worksheet Assignment: Learning Inventory Worksheet
3	1-4	Topic: Identifying College Level Knowledge Readings: Finding Course Descriptions How Can You Tell College-Level Knowledge Credit Level Guidelines Verification Letters Writing the Portfolio Introduction Portfolio Introduction Requirements Portfolio Proposal Worksheet Portfolio Proposal Form	Read the lecture material and assigned readings Participate in discussions (First discussion response is due no later than 11:59 p.m. ET on Wednesday. See Course Policies for more information) Submit Worksheet Assignment: Portfolio Proposal Submit Portfolio Document Assignment: Assignment: Portfolio Introduction, 1st draft
4	1-5	Topic: Learning Outcomes Readings: Identifying Learning Outcomes Learning Outcomes Requirements Portfolio Summary Sheet Sample Summary Sheet The Portfolio Introduction Portfolio Introduction Requirements	Read the lecture material and assigned readings Participate in discussions (First discussion response is due no later than 11:59 p.m. ET on Wednesday. See Course Policies for more information) Submit Worksheet Assignment: Portfolio Summary Sheet, Column 1 Submit Revised Portfolio Document Assignment: Portfolio Introduction, 2^nd draft
5	1-3	Topic: Critical Thinking Skills Readings: Portfolio Summary Sheet Sample Portfolio Summary Sheet The Portfolio Narrative Writing the Portfolio Narrative Portfolio Narrative Requirements Documenting Your Knowledge and Experience Selecting Documentation	Read the lecture material and assigned readings Participate in discussions (First discussion response is due no later than 11:59 p.m. ET on Wednesday. See Course Policies for more information) Submit Worksheet Assignment: Portfolio Summary Sheet, Column 2 Submit Portfolio Document Assignment: Narrative, 1st draft
6	1-3	Topics: Writing the Portfolio Narrative and Citing Sources Readings: Portfolio Summary Sheet Sample Portfolio Summary Sheet The Portfolio Narrative Summary Writing the Portfolio Narrative Portfolio Narrative Requirements Documenting Your Knowledge and Experience Selecting Documentary Evidence Portfolio Documentation Worksheet Documentary Evidence List	Read the lecture material and assigned readings Participate in discussions (First discussion response is due no later than 11:59 p.m. ET on Wednesday. See Course Policies for more information) Submit Worksheet Assignment: Portfolio Documentation Worksheet Submit Worksheet Assignment: Portfolio Documentary Evidence form, fully completed Submit Worksheet Assignment: Portfolio Summary Sheet, fully completed Complete Quiz: Citing and Quoting
7	1-3	Topic: Writing Week Readings: There are no assigned readings for this week.	Participate in discussions (First discussion response is due no later than 11:59 p.m. ET on Wednesday. See Course Policies for more information) Submit Worksheet Assignment: Portfolio Summary Sheet, fully completed Submit Worksheet Assignment: Portfolio Documentary Evidence form, fully completed Submit Revised Portfolio Document Assignment: Portfolio Narrative, 2^nd draft
8	5	Topic: Compiling Your Portfolio Readings: There are no assigned readings for this week.	Submit Assignment: Portfolio Complete Quiz: Submitting Your Finished Portfolio Complete Course Evaluation

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