Educational Technology News

"E-credentials are to higher ed what e-commerce is to retail, at least according to Indiana University at Bloomington Professor Daniel Hickey, and leaders who ignore the importance of this trend will see their institutions struggling to find a place in the higher education landscape."

"Badging programs are, seemingly, a win for institutions and students. Students are able to showcase their initiative in earning certifications while pursuing a degree and better position themselves for work which will aid in paying back student loans and finding professional fulfillment early in their careers."

Carnegie Mellon, MIT Media Lab, and Learning Machine host groundbreaking conversation about open standards for blockchain credentialing in higher education and beyond.

"Illinois State University's badging program allows students to more creatively showcase volunteerism, technical training and skill development to potential employers and graduate schools."