COURSE OVERVIEW
This Course provides a comprehensive understanding of microcredentials, from their definition and standards to real-world examples of implementation. Lesson 1 introduces microcredentials, explaining their significance as flexible, competency-based credentials that validate specific skills or knowledge. Lesson 2 explores the EU standard elements that microcredentials should include, emphasizing essential information such as learner identification, learning outcomes, and assessment methods. Finally, Lesson 3 presents an example of microcredentials offered to caregivers by McMaster University, demonstrating how institutions design and deliver targeted credentials to meet the needs of learners in specialized fields such as caregiving.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
At the end of this Course, you will be able to:
- Understand the concept of microcredentials and their role in providing flexible, competency-based recognition of specific skills or knowledge.
- Identify the essential elements that microcredentials should include according to the EU standard
- Evaluate examples of microcredentials offered to caregivers, such as those provided by McMaster University, to understand how institutions design and deliver targeted credentials to meet the needs of learners in specialized fields.
- Apply the knowledge gained to assess the suitability of microcredentials for various learning contexts and career goals, recognizing their potential to support lifelong learning and professional development.
Course Features
- Lectures 5
- Quizzes 0
- Duration 10 weeks
- Skill level All levels
- Language English
- Students 2
- Certificate No
- Assessments Yes
Curriculum
- 1 Section
- 5 Lessons
- 10 Weeks
- Micro-credentials8
