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University of Phoenix®
Prior Learning Assessment
Essay Check Sheet

Name:
      | Date:
      | Individual Record Number (IRN):       |
Title of Essay:         |

NOTE: By checking the “Yes” boxes below, you acknowledge that you have read and understand all essay requirements as indicated on the PLA website.   If you have selected “No” on any of the questions below, it is advised that you make the necessary corrections prior to submission, so that your essay adheres to the guidelines on the PLA website.   Not adhering to essay guidelines will cause a delay in processing.

1) I have selected an approved essay topic from the essay course descriptions page.https://ecampus.phoenix.edu/pla/experientialCourseDescription.asp |   Yes   No |
2) Some essays have specific experience requirements.   I have checked the essay description and I meet all of the experience requirements listed.   |   Yes   No |
3) I have written a 1500 to 2100 page autobiography.4) I have written a experiential essay:   * 3000 to 4500 words for 3 credit essays   * 1500 to 2100 words for 1 credit essays |   Yes   No Yes   No |
4) My essay is written in the required essay template, https://ecampus.phoenix.edu/pla/experiential.asp |   Yes   No |
5) My essay is written in first person without references. |   Yes   No |
6) I have written to all four areas of Kolb’s model of learning.https://ecampus.phoenix.edu/pla/KolbsModel.asp |   Yes   No |
7) I have addressed all of the required subtopics in each of the four areas of Kolb’s model of learning. |   Yes   No |
8) I have supplied supporting documentation that validates my personal/professional experience with the topic. |   Yes   No |
9) My essay is based on personal, life learning experiences, not based on research, history, or another individual’s learning experiences. |   Yes   No |
University of Phoenix®
Prior Learning Assessment

Essay Template

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