ACTE PACE Summit 2024

This session will enlighten participants about the significance of CPL in education. Attendees will learn how CPL acknowledges, and rewards knowledge and skills acquired through non-traditional avenues like work experience and self-directed study. Key topics include the principles and practices of CPL, its benefits for learners and institutions, best practices, and challenges. Participants will gain insights into designing, implementing, and evaluating CPL programs, fostering stakeholder collaboration. By reducing time to degree completion and lowering costs, CPL enhances workforce readiness and promotes lifelong learning. Through case studies and discussions, attendees will understand how CPL aligns with institutional access and equity goals. The session's impact on the field of education will be profound. It will empower educators, administrators, and policymakers to embrace CPL as a tool for educational attainment and social mobility. By catalyzing innovation and collaboration, the presentation will enhance the accessibility, affordability, and relevance of higher education.