Micro-Credentials in Higher Education Institutions: Challenges and Opportunities

The COVID-19 pandemic has changed the education sector locally and globally especially in teaching and learning delivery methods as most universities have adopted online platforms. The present situation is not only challenging but also tests the flexibility of the existing education system. With the...

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發表在:Asian Journal of University Education
主要作者: 2-s2.0-85135473696
格式: Article
語言:English
出版: UiTM Press 2021
在線閱讀:https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-85135473696&doi=10.24191%2fajue.v17i3.14505&partnerID=40&md5=41aaccad7e4310ed5c9058ced6c5a52a
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總結:The COVID-19 pandemic has changed the education sector locally and globally especially in teaching and learning delivery methods as most universities have adopted online platforms. The present situation is not only challenging but also tests the flexibility of the existing education system. With the help of technology, the existing traditional education system could be more flexible to enable more individuals from around the world to access education. The latest revolution in online education, micro-credential, is growing interest among public and private universities worldwide, including Malaysia. However, to date, little scholarly work is found related to micro-credentials in higher education. This conceptual paper presents an overview of micro-credential and the challenges and opportunities of offering micro-credential certification in the form of digital badges to the national and global market. Recommendations are made to multiple stakeholders (e.g., higher education providers, employers) to enhance the use of certifications for graduate employability. Ideas for further research are also presented. © 2021. All Rights Reserved.
ISSN:18237797
DOI:10.24191/ajue.v17i3.14505