[NIFL-LD:3403] Alternative means for awarding credits

From: Woods (woods@ncia.net)
Date: Mon Apr 30 2001 - 09:59:13 EDT


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My apologies for being slightly off topic with this question. Is anyone
aware of alternative practices in awarding high school credits towards
graduation based on prior knowledge? Although this practice is common among
colleges, it does not appear to be widespread among high schools. I can
think of several instances where this would be beneficial to students. For
example, migrant students who may have learned enough to pass a high school
class, but did not because of frequent moves.

I'd appreaciate learning of public schools or alternative education programs
that may have developed such practices.

Thanks,
Tom Woods



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