Earning Online College Credit by Competency-based Exams Gains Appeal - Education News

Online programs can be a great option for adults who have already learned course material through previous jobs or military experience, according to Devon Haynie of USnews.com, as the appeal of competency-based learning grows nationwide. Pam Tate, president and CEO of the Council for Adult and Experiential Learning, said that adult learners are expediting their educations by taking advantage of programs that award credit for prior learning. “Earning a degree does not always have to be a huge time or financial investment.” For online learners, earn credit by exam can also be a particularly attractive option. http://www.educationnews.org/online-schools/earning-college-credit-by-competency-based-exams-gains-appeal/