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PLA/CPL Resource Kit Downloads
How To Build a Case for CPL on Your Campus:
A short guide on how to be a CPL champion at your institution — with a one-page handout on making the business case for CPL to print and share.
The Four Stages of Building an Effective and Inclusive CPL Program:
A step-by-step guide to building (or expanding) a CPL program at your institution, with a list of guiding questions for designing your policies and processes.
How To Use CPL To Attract and Retain Students:
Making the case to students is made a little easier with some sample language for your website, social media, and email campaigns.
PLA/CPL Process Map–Sample College:
As you plan your CPL program, a good exercise is to create a visual map of the CPL process for the student as well as for internal staff and faculty. This sample process map can help get you started.
Tips from a CPL Practitioner:
For additional guidance, CAEL members can provide great insights. A short interview with a Peirce College CPL expert on the important building blocks of a CPL program.
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CAEL's PLA/CPL Resource Collection for Adult Learner Advocates Like You
Here's what you'll receive when you sign up:
- A set of CAEL-curated resources to help you be a more effective CPL champion at your postsecondary institution
- CAEL's quarterly newsletter which highlights popular CPL programs at postsecondary institutions like yours
- Professional development opportunities and information about the annual CAEL conference to continue to expand your skills and connect with other passionate adult learner advocates