FLO MicroCourse: Current Topics in Micro-Credentials OER (Nov 2021)
Topic outline
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Dive deeper in this two-week FLO MicroCourse on micro-credentials. A selection of current topics in micro-credentials will be offered, discussed, and applied to our B.C. context — for example, how to explain competencies to others in an easy-to-understand way. We will co-create a resource on each topic for others to use in their practice.
Note: Topics 1 - 10 below (at the end) were developed as a way of being flexible in terms of topics but the topics we ended up going with - Competency question, fit, and Mixer seemed to work really well
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Learning Outcomes:
At the conclusion of this two-week micro-flo course participants will be able to
- describe in their own words two current topics in micro-credentials
- apply the current topic to our BC Context.
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This forum will be used as the main communication tool for this FLO course. This is the place for facilitators to communicate about the course and for members to ask questions.
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Week One:
Step 1: Introduce yourself in the Build Community topic
Step 2: Review the basics of Micro-credentials (optional)
Step 3: Participate in our intro synchronous session
Step 4: Participate in Week One Discussion (The Competency Question)
Step 5: Participate in our midpoint synchronous session with special guests from Northern Alberta Institute of Technology
Step 6: Reflect on what you learnt this week.
Week Two:
Step 1: Participate in Week Two Discussion (Where Do Micro-credentials Fit in BC Post Secondary Institutions)
Step 2: Participate in our Wrap Up Synchro session
Step 3: Reflect on what you learn this week.
Both Weeks (Optional)
Dive into "The Mixer" - an unfacilitated space where you can discuss other topics associated with micro-credentials.
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Earn a badge by completing the following:
- Post in Introduction Forum
- Post in both Weekly Reflection Forums
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Make forum posts: 1
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Excellent curated resources from the micro-credential page on a variety of topics
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On Badgr's site - its a good list
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Look here if you find yourself wondering about terms related to micro-credentials. Jargon can be confusing! Remember - micro certifications = micro credentials. These are taken directly from State University of New York's Glossary of terms for micro-credentials.
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Micro-certification is written about in the higher education blogs quite frequently. Check here for some easy reading on the topic.
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This resource highlights what developments are happening in micro-credentials around the world. As you read about these consider what it might mean for British Columbia.
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Make forum posts: 1
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Make forum posts: 1
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