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Why higher ed needs to get on board with micro-credentials

University Business

However, similar to how online degrees were perceived two decades ago, some are critical about the quality of non-degree programs, despite a lack of evidence to support a systematic problem,” said Jim Fong, Chief Research Officer at UPCEA. The majority worked in finance (14%), followed by healthcare (13%) and manufacturing (12%).

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Microcredentials confuse employers, colleges and learners

Confessions of a Community College Dean

“Employers say, ‘It’s great that this individual has these skills, but we’ll ask our own questions to verify the learner’s knowledge,’” Kyle Albert, assistant research professor at the George Washington University Institute of Public Policy, said. And colleges struggle to deliver what employers want.