This is quite a good paper outlining a range of institutional approaches to microcredentials. The paper starts with what is essentially a warning: while microcredentials are like 'catnip to politicians', "the micro-credential movement is not benign, and institutions must be aware of the risks and rewards of unbundling traditional credentials." The risks, however, can be mitigated if academic leaders are deliberate and intentional in their plans, and the purpose of this paper is to make clear the system design options and objectives. This paper is especially important given, as the authors note, that a small subset of these models is described in existing literature. The work of Don Presant is especially noteworthy in making clear the range of options. "We have shown that educational leaders should be weighing up many different considerations," write the authors, "while offering a compelling strategy and business case for how their institution can benefit from micro-credentials. A serious investment in micro-credentials is not for the faint hearted and can require a long-term commitment." Part of a JIME special issue on microcredentials.
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