Investigating the views and use of stackable microcredentials within a Post-Graduate Certificate in Academic Practice

Sargent, Julia; Rienties, Bart; Perryman, Leigh-Anne and FitzGerald, Elizabeth (2023). Investigating the views and use of stackable microcredentials within a Post-Graduate Certificate in Academic Practice. Journal of Interactive Media in Education (in press).

Abstract

There is increasing interest around the use of microcredentials for upskilling, employability, professional development, and reaching a wide range of learners. However, little discussion exists around the use of microcredentials to contribute towards broader qualifications and accreditation. This paper investigates the use of a series of microcredentials contributing towards a broader Postgraduate Certificate in Academic Practice (PGCAP) qualification. Using a descriptive case study approach, we explore the initial development of this qualification. We also discuss PGCAP learners’ experiences of microcredentials study, drawing on the results of a survey. In doing so, we present both the merits of microcredentials from the learners’ perspectives but also some of the pedagogical and practical considerations involved.

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• Item ORO ID
• 87208
• Item Type
• Journal Item
• ISSN
• 1365-893X
• Keywords
• microcredentials; postgraduate; online learning; FutureLearn; open; stackable
• Academic Unit or School
• Institute of Educational Technology (IET)
• Research Group
• Ed-ICT
  Education
  OpenTEL
  Pedagogy and Learning (PAL)
  Professional and Digital Learning
• Depositing User
• Julia Sargent