Comparing the French and German Validation systems
Mona Pielorz
Comparing the French and German Validation systems
This presentation explores the existing approaches in France and Germany for validating and recognising non-formal and informal learning outcomes. It goes into detail regarding the existing opportunities in the two countries, and claim that both countries have system even though different ones. It is an opportunity to remind participants that validation and recognition of non-formal and informal learning outcomes is more philosophy than a fixed once and for all carved-in-stone method. Finally, the presentation provides possible explanations for the differences between the French and German approaches. This presentation will:
- Define key terms
- Describe the French and German Validation Systems
- Spell out pros and cons of each approach
- Propose possible explanations for the differences, despite some commonalities
- Show that the issues are the same but the solutions are different
About Mona Pielorz
CountryGermany
Organisation
The German Institute of Adult Education
Mona Pielorz, is currently working as research associate for the German Institute of Adult Education (Deutsches Institut für Erwachsenenbildung e.v.). She studied adult education with a minor in psychology and economics and its didactics. Before visiting university she certificated as a teacher in gymnastics for sports in rehabilitation and preventive sports. During her university education she worked for an English language school in Torquay, England and also partly in her occupation. After University she started working for a Management Consultancy and in 2007 for the German Institute of Adult Education. Since then she is working on the development of ProfilPASS portfolio and its supportive structures, including the development of trainings for ProfilPASS-counsellors and their re-certification procedures as well as the overarching theme of recognition of non-formal and informal learning on a national and international level.