by Susan Simonsen | May 10, 2021 | Article, collection, Companies, Employment-related learners, Formal education providers, Higher Education Institutions
This article offers a rationale for how and why the education system needs to change to give learners better opportunities through credentialing and alternative learning paths. It not only talks about how badges can be used, but also other changes in the education...
by Susan Simonsen | May 10, 2021 | collection, Non-formal learning providers, Northern America, Project, Youth work organisations
The Rennie Center for Education Research & Policy gathered information from partners on a two year pilot project focussing on expanding access to out-of-school learning opportunities for marginalised youth in Boston and Providence. The programme gives youth...
by Susan Simonsen | May 10, 2021 | collection, Companies, Employment-related learners, Formal education providers, Germany, Higher Education Institutions, Lifelong learners, National or regional government agencies, Recruitment / HR, Research Study
This working paper summarises results from five rounds of interviews with Employers, HR representatives, University Representatives, Open Badge Pioneers and European experts in the field of education and accreditation. The paper presents a thorough analysis of the...
by Susan Simonsen | May 10, 2021 | collection, Companies, Employment-related learners, Formal education providers, Global, Higher Education Institutions, Lifelong learners, Migrants, Municipalities, National or regional government agencies, Non-formal learning providers, Recruitment / HR, Research Study
This report from UNESCO gives a concise introduction to the different forms of digital accreditation and the implications that digital credentialling can have for recognition. The paper outlines stakeholders and explores the features of different technical...
by janus | May 10, 2021 | collection, Companies, Employment-related learners, Formal education providers, Higher Education Institutions, Meta-Study, Multiple, Research Study
This paper reviews 23 badge studies documenting the contexts in which digital badges were used, and their effects on learner engagement, motivation, empowerment and skills recognition.
