Connecting Workplace Learning and Academic Credentials via Digital Badges
David Leaser, Kemi Jona, Sean Gallagher · New Directions for Community Colleges · 2020
Abstract This chapter explores the evolution of technology industry credentials in a rapidly changing digital skills landscape. The authors explore two interrelated case studies: the benefits of IBM's development of its own educational programs into digital badges, and the partnership between IBM and Northeastern University that articulates these industry credentials for academic degree credit.