SHAPING THE FUTURE OF PLAR

Speakers & Resources

Tannis Morgan, PhD

Associate Vice President, Academic Innovation | Vancouver Community College

A leader in educational innovation, Tannis advances flexible learning pathways, PLAR, microcredentials, and skills recognition.

AI in Practice | Lessons from a Post-Secondary Recognition Pilot

Drawing on VCC's AI-assisted recognition pilot, Tannis will share institutional insights into the opportunities, challenges, and practical considerations of integrating AI into prior learning recognition.

• VCC Professional Profile: https://www.vcc.ca/president/our-team/

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tannis-morgan-9a49b622/

• VCC Prior Learning Assessment (PLAR): https://www.vcc.ca/applying/registration-services/student-records/prior-learning-assessment-and-recognition-plar/

Alan Roberts

CEO & Co-Founder | InSite Information Systems Corp. (Shift iQ and SkillsCheck)

With over 25 years in education technology, Alan develops competency-based assessment solutions connecting demonstrated skills with occupational standards and workforce opportunities.

Beyond Assessment | Turning Skills Evidence into Learning Pathways

Explore how Shift iQ and SkillsCheck use competency frameworks, occupational standards, and AI-supported tools to identify skills gaps and guide learners toward targeted training and qualifications.

• InSite Information Systems: https://insite.shiftiq.com/

• SkillsCheck: https://getskillscheck.shiftiq.com/

• Shift iQ: https://www.shiftiq.com/

Dennis Green

Founder & Principal Consultant | South Arm Training and Development

Drawing on extensive experience in industry, workforce development, and learning technologies, Dennis develops practical approaches to competency assessment and skills recognition.

From Concept to Application | Building AI-Powered Skills Recognition Tools

Dennis will introduce his evolving AI-powered web application designed to support skills assessment and PLAR, sharing insights into its development, capabilities, and real-world potential.

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dennis-green-2429354/

• Open Competency Toolkit (co-authored by Dennis): https://www.saskoer.ca/competencytoolkit/

• Toolkit Publication: https://openlibrary-repo.ecampusontario.ca/jspui/handle/123456789/884