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Noncredit-to-Credit: A Practical Guide for Community Colleges

Community colleges face a persistent challenge: noncredit workforce programs enroll well and respond quickly to employer needs, but…

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How to Launch a Workforce Program in 90 Days

Most workforce programs take 12 to 18 months to launch. By the time you finish curriculum development, faculty…

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5 Common Digital Badging Mistakes Higher Ed Institutions Make

Digital badges and micro-credentials are transforming how higher education recognizes learning. Over 75 million credentials have been issued…

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Aligning Programs to Employer Demand

Introduction As the labor market evolves, employers increasingly seek candidates with skills directly aligned to industry needs. For…

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Five Fast Improvements for Online Courses

Introduction Online courses have become a cornerstone of modern education, but not all digital learning experiences are equally…

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Designing Badge Criteria & Assessments

Introduction Micro-credentials and digital badges are becoming increasingly important in education and workforce development. They allow learners to…

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