Momentum in Micro-credentialing

Micro-credentials have been rising in popularity over the past few years. Fourteen states have launched micro-credential initiatives as well as hundreds of districts across the country. While many think of micro-credentials as an alternative form of professional development, they are being leveraged for so much more.

In this webinar, you’ll hear how three organizations are incorporating micro-credentials into their educator talent management strategies to help recruit, retain, and develop effective educators. Each will discuss how they are implementing micro-credentials, not just as a mode of professional learning, but as the building blocks for career advancement, certification, and licensure. By the end, you’ll walk away with a better understanding of how micro-credentialing works, why states are building incentives for them, and the implementation and structural changes required to make a shift towards micro-credentialing.

Featured Experts

Josh Nelson
Director of Educational Programs
Lakes Country Service Cooperative, Minnesota

Jill Cowart
Chief Academic Officer
Louisiana Department of Education

Sandra Hurst
Director of Educator Effectiveness
Arkansas Department of Education

Gretchen Weber
Managing Director
American Institute for Research (AIR)

This webinar was originally presented on Education Week, sponsored by BloomBoard.