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Publication Date: 2020
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Connecting Workplace Learning and Academic Credentials via Digital Badges
Leaser, David; Jona, Kemi; Gallagher, Sean
New Directions for Community Colleges, n189 p39-51 Spr 2020
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.
Descriptors: Credentials, Employment Qualifications, Case Studies, Partnerships in Education, Universities, Corporations, Information Technology, Program Development, School Business Relationship, College Credits
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Education Level: Higher Education; Postsecondary Education
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