Stackable credentials have existed in the higher education space for a while but have gained increasing attention as the pandemic has forced leaders to seek ways of making higher education…
Enhancing Economic Mobility Through Credential Pathways Integrated into Degrees
Vistasp Karbhari | Professor in the Department of Civil Engineering and Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, The University of Texas at ArlingtonFlexible, accessible learning is the way forward in higher education, as non-traditional students become the dominant population. Institutions need to define pathways, create stackable degrees with entry and exist points…
In a post-pandemic world, it is critical that higher education helps its students stay competitive in the ever-changing world of work. Providing just-in-time, stackable, flexible education is the best way…
Coming Together to Understand Non-Degree Credentials
Stephen Crawford | Research Professor, George Washington University Kyle AlbertNon-degree credentials have gained a lot of traction in the higher education space, but much remains unknown in this relatively new space. The Non-Degree Credentials Research Network (NCRN) at George…
Developing Digital Badging and Microcredential Strategies
Claire Sullivan | Assistant Vice Chancellor for Innovation in Digital Badges and Microcredentials, University of Maine SystemShaping the Future of Higher Ed With Short-Term Credentials
Tatum Thomas | Dean of the School of Continuing and Professional Studies, DePaul UniversityTo Understand the Non-Degree Credentialing World, Go Global
Holly Zanville | Research Professor and Co-Director of Program on Skills, Credentials and Workforce Policy in the Institute of Public Policy, George Washington University Stephen Crawford, Kyle AlbertLeveraging Credential Innovation to Drive Meaningful Pathways to Degrees and Careers
Meena Naik | Program Director for Career Connect, University of North TexasThe Changing Landscape of Credential Offerings
Anthony Carnevale | Director of the Center on Education and the Workforce, Georgetown UniversityEvolving Our Credentialing Ecosystems for the Future of Work (Part 2)
Tracey Taylor O'Reilly | Assistant Vice President of Continuing Studies, York University Deborah Everhart, Amrit AhluwaliaPrior Learning Assessment: 2010, 2020, 2030
Holly Zanville | Research Professor and Co-Director of Program on Skills, Credentials and Workforce Policy in the Institute of Public Policy, George Washington UniversityEvolving Our Credentialing Ecosystem for the Future of Work (Part 1)
Tracey Taylor O'Reilly | Assistant Vice President of Continuing Studies, York University Amrit Ahluwalia, Deborah EverhartEmbedding & Integrating Certifications in Degrees
Vistasp Karbhari | Professor in the Department of Civil Engineering and Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, The University of Texas at Arlington
There isnât enough time for learners to go through another degree programâmicrocredentials give them an affordable and customizable education that meets their needs. With unemployment rates at an all-time high,…
Three Ways States Can Help Community College Transfer Students Complete Their Bachelorâs Degrees
Alexandria Walton Radford | Director of the Center for Applied Rearch in Postsecondary Education, American Institutes for Research Aleksandra HolodTransfer credits often determine whether a student will complete a college degree, with many receiving little to none. But experts are starting to find that implementing statewide postsecondary education articulation…
Diversifying and expanding our credential ecosystem requires buy-in for transformation. Getting this buy-in requires us to share our experiences and relevant research in the space. The world of academic credentials…
Staying Industry-Responsive with Outcome-Oriented Microcredentials
Nazlin Hirji | Executive Director of Continuing and Professional Studies, Sheridan CollegeMicrocredentials are a fast and efficient way for learners to get into the workforce, but be cautious--having an inflexible infrastructure can create many roadblocks for both students and administrators.  Short-term…
COVID-19 Writes a Prescription for Change: Unbundling/Rebundling Learning
Holly Zanville | Research Professor and Co-Director of Program on Skills, Credentials and Workforce Policy in the Institute of Public Policy, George Washington University Van Ton-QuinlivanProviding Adults Free Courses Online: It Can Be Done (Part 2)
Carlos Cortez | President of San Diego Continuing Education (SDCE), San Diego Community College DistrictProviding Adults Free Courses Online: It Can Be Done (Part 1)
Carlos Cortez | President of San Diego Continuing Education (SDCE), San Diego Community College DistrictUnderstanding Transfer Studentsâ Needs
Wendy Kilgore | Director of Research, AACRAOThe Fastest, Most Scalable Path to Work-Readiness for College Students
Brandon Busteed | President, Kaplan University PartnersDeveloping Skills That Lead to Jobs: Designing the New Normal with a Four-Point Plan
Holly Zanville | Research Professor and Co-Director of Program on Skills, Credentials and Workforce Policy in the Institute of Public Policy, George Washington University David LeaserEarning a Bachelorâs Degree Shouldnât Be All or Nothing
Eric Bing | Chancellor and CEO, The College of Health Care ProfessionsSupporting Students Through Meaningful Transfer Pathways
Tony Iacono | President, County College of MorrisThe Rising Urgency for Non-Degree Credential Quality Standards
Michelle Van Noy | Associate Director of the Education and Employment Research Center, Rutgers University Heather McKay
Earlier this year, Pennsylvaniaâs community colleges finalized a statewide articulation agreement with Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU). The historic agreement provides current and future Pennsylvania community college graduates the opportunity…
Embedding Certifications into Bachelorâs Degrees Could Improve Transitions into the Labor Market
Holly Zanville | Research Professor and Co-Director of Program on Skills, Credentials and Workforce Policy in the Institute of Public Policy, George Washington University Karen ElzeyThereâs a growing interest in embedding industry-recognized certifications into college and university degree programs. Workcred is working on a Lumina-supported project with the goal of improving studentsâ transition from college…
Prior to COVID-19, technology wasnât widespread enough for online education to even be an option for any health-related closures until, at the earliest, the swine flu pandemic of 2009. Prior…