Building Trust in a World of Credentials

The credential landscape is evolving, with traditional and nontraditional credentials coexisting. This session explores how to build trust and transparency in this ecosystem using an edtech community-created framework for credential data. The framework, which leverages open standards for verifiable evidence of learning, offers practical benefits such as standardized data, interoperability, and clear learning outcomes. Join us for some inspiration and insights into trusted credentials.

First Learning Outcome: Understand the importance of elements in the metadata framework for ensuring high-quality, transparent, and trustworthy microcredentials for students. 

Second Learning Outcome: Learn how to apply the framework and requirements to address trust, quality, and learner mobility in microcredentials.

Third Learning Outcome: Gain the skills to effectively communicate expectations to enhance the quality and value of digital microcredentials at your institution.

Core Competency: Technological Knowledge

Proficiency: Records & Academic Services Proficiencies

Presenter(s): 

Kelly Hoyland 1EdTech Consortium

Mark McConahay AACRAO

Kimberly Moore Wichita State University Office for Workforce, Professional and Community Education