The Recognition of Prior Learning in Post-Apartheid South Africa: An Alternative Pedagogy for Transformation of the Built Environment Professions

This book fills a gap in implementing Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) in post-apartheid South Africa by proposing an innovative model for evaluation that can be adapted across disciplines and professions, promoting high quality standards and addressing the injustices of pedagogic exclusion.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 130 pages
Publication date: 29 August 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This book is a groundbreaking contribution to the effective implementation of Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) in post-apartheid South Africa. It addresses a critical issue where a significant segment of historically disadvantaged individuals continues to face exclusion from entrenched systems of professional education and training. Through comprehensive case studies from higher education and built environment studies, the book establishes the rationale and fundamental principles of an innovative model for the evaluation of RPL. This model is designed to be adaptable and applicable across disciplines and professions, while upholding high quality standards. RPL is recognized as a transformative strategy to combat the injustices of pedagogic exclusion and empower a historically disadvantaged population. The book makes a compelling case for an alternative system based on the potential of transformed legislation and frameworks in post-apartheid South Africa.

This book will appeal to researchers in alternative pedagogies, scholars exploring epistemologies of the South and alternative knowledge systems, legislative bodies, policy makers, and professional education facilitators. Its insights and recommendations will greatly contribute to the ongoing efforts to promote inclusive and equitable education opportunities in the country.

Weight: 42g
Dimension: 215 x 139 x 12 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367639457