Micro-credentials are short, skills-based certifications that recognise specific competencies in a flexible, modular, and industry-aligned format. Micro-credentials in higher education play a vital role in skills recognition, workforce readiness, and digital learning innovation. They offer a flexible, skills-based approach aligned with industry…

Micro-credentials are increasingly meeting the growing need for a flexible workforce and are particularly well suited to the open and distance learning (ODL) environment. While artificial intelligence (AI) is driving educational advancements, its integration into micro-credentials for ODL remains fragmented, hindering further growth. This research…