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Artificial Intelligence (AI)
The use of computer algorithms and technologies to simulate human intelligence, used in micro-credential platforms for personalized learning pathways and assessment.
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Authenticity
Has the recognition to confer qualifications, including microcredentials. They set the standards, assessments, and issue the final certification.
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Awarding Body
Has the recognition to confer qualifications, including microcredentials. They set the standards, assessments, and issue the final certification.
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Badge
A digital credential that represents a specific skill or accomplishment, often awarded through a microcredential program.
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Behavioural competencies
Behavioral competencies are the bridge between the “who” (technical skills) and the “how” (behaviours) within your organization.
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Blended Learning
A mix of online and face-to-face learning methods.
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Blockchain Technology
A decentralized, distributed ledger technology that records transactions and data in a secure and transparent manner.
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Bloom’s Taxonomy
Bloom’s Taxonomy is a framework for classifying learning objectives into six levels: Remember, Understand, Apply, Analyze, Evaluate, and Create, progressing from basic to complex thinking skills.
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Centralized Ledger
A ledger maintained in a single location, typically by a central authority.
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Credential Transparency
Clear and accessible information on a microcredential’s learning outcomes, assessment, and recognition.
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Digital Badge
A digital representation of a microcredential that can be stored and shared electronically.
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Digital Wallet
A secure digital platform for storing and managing digital credentials, including microcredentials.
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Distributed Ledger
A ledger shared across multiple participants in a network, increasing transparency and security.
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Earner
The earner is the student who by providing evidences can earn a microcredential
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Endorsing Body
Recommend or support individuals or organizations based on their expertise and potential. They don’t necessarily issue the qualification themselves, but their endorsement adds credibility
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ESCO (European Skills, Competences, Qualifications and Occupations)
A multilingual classification of European skills, competences, qualifications, and occupations.
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European Qualifications Framework (EQF)
A framework that facilitates comparability and recognition of qualifications across European countries.
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ISO (International Organization for Standardization)
An international standard-setting body that develops standards for various industries and sectors.
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Issuing Organisation
An issuing organisation is the entity responsible for formally granting or conferring the micro-credential
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Learning Pathways
Flexible routes that allow learners to achieve recognized qualifications through different learning experiences.
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Memorandum of Understanding (Awarding Body)
is a formal but not legally binding agreement between two or more parties outlining the terms of their collaboration. It serves as a mutual acknowledgment of shared goals and intentions for cooperation, often as a preliminary step towards a more formal agreement
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Microcredential
A microcredential is the record of the learning outcomes that a learner has acquired following a small volume of learning
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National Qualification Framework (NQF
A country-specific system for classifying and recognizing qualifications.
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NFT (Non-Fungible Token)
A unique digital asset that represents ownership of a specific item, used to issue verifiable and tamper-proof microcredentials.
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Notional Workload
The estimated time required to complete a microcredential, often measured in ECTS credits.
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Open Badge
A type of digital badge that is freely available and can be earned by anyone who meets the specified criteria.
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Self-Paced Learning
A learning method where the learner controls the speed and progression of their education.
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Stackability
The ability to combine multiple microcredentials into larger credentials or qualifications.
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Stackable
Refers to the ability to combine multiple microcredentials to achieve a higher level of qualification or demonstrate broader expertise.
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Transversal knowledge, skills and competences (ESCO)
Often referred to as core skills, basic skills or soft skills, the cornerstone for the personal development of a person. Transversal knowledge, skills and competences are the building blocks for the development of the “hard” skills and competences required to succeed on the labour market.
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Unbundling
The process of breaking down traditional educational programs into smaller, more focused microcredentials.
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Validity and Reliability
Measures ensuring that assessments produce accurate and consistent results.
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Verification & Validation
Ensuring authenticity and reliability of submitted work, potentially involving experts.
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WAM (World Accreditation Model)
A framework for quality assurance and accreditation of microcredentials.
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Work-Based Learning
Learning that occurs in a professional environment as part of a structured educational program.
