QAHE and CAEL Forge Strategic Collaboration to Advance Experiential Learning Accreditation

The International Association for Quality Assurance in Pre-Tertiary and Higher Education (QAHE) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Council for Accreditation of Experiential Learning (CAEL). This partnership aims to improve educational quality and increase opportunities for accrediting experiential learning in Africa and beyond.

The collaboration will develop joint accreditation programs to create frameworks for recognizing experiential learning and prior achievements. This is vital in today’s education, where experiential learning helps prepare students for the workforce. By accrediting non-traditional learning, QAHE and CAEL aim to foster an inclusive educational environment that values diverse learning paths.

Professor Humphrey Oborah, Director of CAEL, has received the prestigious QAHE Honorary Fellowship Award. He has over 24 years of experience advocating for talent development. Moreover, Professor Oborah has held significant roles, including Secretary General and CEO of the World Talent Federation. Additionally, he established Gift and Talent Screening Clinics and collaborated with universities to create specialized academic clinics. These efforts clearly highlight his unwavering commitment to supporting gifted and talented individuals.

Born in Kenya, Professor Oborah’s journey is truly inspiring. Despite humble beginnings, he became a leading advocate for gifted learners. Furthermore, his vision for recognizing and nurturing talent forms the foundation of the QAHE and CAEL partnership. Together, they aim to significantly enhance educational standards and improve access across Africa.

The collaboration will also promote the exchange of best practices. Both organizations will actively share methodologies and insights to improve accreditation standards. In addition, QAHE and CAEL plan to provide training and workshops for institutions and educators. These initiatives will focus on quality assurance and experiential learning accreditation. As a result, this capacity-building effort will empower educational institutions to adapt to the evolving needs of learners and the job market.

Furthermore, the partnership emphasizes the importance of global recognition of qualifications obtained through this collaboration. QAHE and CAEL ensure that credentials earned through accredited experiential learning programs receive international recognition. This approach aims to provide learners with greater opportunities for career advancement. This global perspective is crucial in today’s interconnected world, where employers actively seek candidates with diverse experiences and skills.

QAHE demonstrates its commitment to quality assurance in education by operating as a non-governmental, independent quality assurance agency. Several educational authorities, including the National Agency for Quality Assurance in Education & Research in Moldova, recognize QAHE’s efforts. The Agency for Accreditation of Educational Programs & Organizations in Kyrgyzstan also acknowledges QAHE. This credibility establishes QAHE as a leader in educational quality assurance. The collaboration with CAEL is a crucial step toward improving standards in experiential learning.

Both QAHE and CAEL are optimistic about the partnership’s impact on institutions and learners worldwide. By focusing on experiential learning accreditation, they seek to overcome challenges in traditional education systems. Their goal is to ensure all forms of learning are valued and recognized.

The collaboration between QAHE and CAEL represents a progressive step toward creating a more inclusive educational landscape. By embracing the concept of experiential learning and recognizing its importance, this partnership promises to enhance the quality of education available to students and better prepare them for the demands of the modern workforce.

In conclusion, this strategic collaboration not only aims to elevate the standards of experiential learning accreditation but also reflects a shared vision of quality assurance in education. As QAHE and CAEL work together, they are poised to make significant strides in improving educational outcomes, fostering talent, and creating opportunities for learners across Africa and beyond.