Credentials Unscripted Transistor (https://transistor.fm) https://feeds.transistor.fm/credentials-unscripted In this thought leadership podcast by Parchment, we explore credential innovation, learner pathways, and the ways individuals navigate their educational and professional journeys. We'll be talking with leading experts to uncover how institutions and organizations are helping learners turn their credential into an opportunity. © 2023 Parchment, LLC 822dd53a-f32d-52f5-bac9-63a69a93b6fa no Season 1 Teaser en Tue, 04 Nov 2025 05:00:18 -0500 Tue, 02 Dec 2025 21:54:17 -0500 http://www.parchment.com https://img.transistor.fm/ZG02cPQ3wB4cHnpYd43NsyKtqtoJ_CKAryLeRX0EdWk/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:1400/h:1400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9zaG93/LzQ2MzcyLzE2OTgz/NTIyMjQtYXJ0d29y/ay5qcGc.jpg Credentials Unscripted http://www.parchment.com episodic Parchment In this thought leadership podcast by Parchment, we explore credential innovation, learner pathways, and the ways individuals navigate their educational and professional journeys. We'll be talking with leading experts to uncover how institutions and organizations are helping learners turn their credential into an opportunity. In this thought leadership podcast by Parchment, we explore credential innovation, learner pathways, and the ways individuals navigate their educational and professional journeys. parchment, credentialing, education, higher education, pathways, technology Matt Sterenberg credentialsunscripted@parchment.com No No How to Think About Credential Innovation 3 3 48 48 How to Think About Credential Innovation full 2fdbe16b-eff9-4169-97c0-eebc0bd68984 https://share.transistor.fm/s/124e55a1 The credentialing ecosystem is evolving, with newer credentials like microcredentials and badges taking center stage. But, change is not synonymous with positive growth. As we transform the credentialing landscape, what should our rubric for success be? 

In this episode, we speak with Simone Ravaioli, Director of Academic Innovation at Instructure. His work focuses on strategic initiatives that advance learner-centric recognition systems and global credential portability. We sat down to discuss the next generation of credentials, how we maximize value for learners, and where he sees opportunities for impactful change.

]]> The credentialing ecosystem is evolving, with newer credentials like microcredentials and badges taking center stage. But, change is not synonymous with positive growth. As we transform the credentialing landscape, what should our rubric for success be? 

In this episode, we speak with Simone Ravaioli, Director of Academic Innovation at Instructure. His work focuses on strategic initiatives that advance learner-centric recognition systems and global credential portability. We sat down to discuss the next generation of credentials, how we maximize value for learners, and where he sees opportunities for impactful change.

]]> Tue, 04 Nov 2025 05:00:00 -0500 Parchment Parchment 1252 The credentialing ecosystem is evolving, with newer credentials like microcredentials and badges taking center stage. But, change is not synonymous with positive growth. As we transform the credentialing landscape, what should our rubric for success be? 

In this episode, we speak with Simone Ravaioli, Director of Academic Innovation at Instructure. His work focuses on strategic initiatives that advance learner-centric recognition systems and global credential portability. We sat down to discuss the next generation of credentials, how we maximize value for learners, and where he sees opportunities for impactful change.

]]> parchment, credentialing, education, higher education, pathways, technology No Measuring Credential Value & Why It Matters 3 3 47 47 Measuring Credential Value & Why It Matters full e44bddea-00c3-4bbb-a55e-b4332b16367b https://share.transistor.fm/s/1bca2ad0 A decade ago, the "college for all" movement was in full gear. Since then, a sizable shift has taken place with a move towards other forms of credentials. Is that a good thing? How should we think about this shift? In this episode, we are joined by Matt Sigelman, President of The Burning Glass Institute, to discuss credential value, how to measure it and why it matters for learners, institutions and the workforce. 

]]> A decade ago, the "college for all" movement was in full gear. Since then, a sizable shift has taken place with a move towards other forms of credentials. Is that a good thing? How should we think about this shift? In this episode, we are joined by Matt Sigelman, President of The Burning Glass Institute, to discuss credential value, how to measure it and why it matters for learners, institutions and the workforce. 

]]> Tue, 21 Oct 2025 05:00:00 -0400 Parchment Parchment 1619 A decade ago, the "college for all" movement was in full gear. Since then, a sizable shift has taken place with a move towards other forms of credentials. Is that a good thing? How should we think about this shift? In this episode, we are joined by Matt Sigelman, President of The Burning Glass Institute, to discuss credential value, how to measure it and why it matters for learners, institutions and the workforce. 

]]> parchment, credentialing, education, higher education, pathways, technology No The State of Higher Education in America 3 3 46 46 The State of Higher Education in America full d976480e-6887-48d2-84ac-e6eec710272c https://share.transistor.fm/s/fcf887e0 What are American sentiments about higher education? How have feelings shifted over time? And, more importantly, what can be done? In this episode, we are joined by Courtney Brown, Vice President of Impact & Planning at the Lumina Foundation, to discuss Gallup's survey on American higher education, the challenge of ROI and the perceptions of politicization on college campuses. 

]]> What are American sentiments about higher education? How have feelings shifted over time? And, more importantly, what can be done? In this episode, we are joined by Courtney Brown, Vice President of Impact & Planning at the Lumina Foundation, to discuss Gallup's survey on American higher education, the challenge of ROI and the perceptions of politicization on college campuses. 

]]> Tue, 07 Oct 2025 05:00:00 -0400 Parchment Parchment 1478 What are American sentiments about higher education? How have feelings shifted over time? And, more importantly, what can be done? In this episode, we are joined by Courtney Brown, Vice President of Impact & Planning at the Lumina Foundation, to discuss Gallup's survey on American higher education, the challenge of ROI and the perceptions of politicization on college campuses. 

]]> parchment, credentialing, education, higher education, pathways, technology No Do Employers Want LERs & Badges? 3 3 45 45 Do Employers Want LERs & Badges? full 80135e04-7fdd-43dc-86ae-39e779991ce0 https://share.transistor.fm/s/c98d4dcf Within the credentialing ecosystem, we talk about digital badges and LERs (Learning and Employment Records) with such frequency, that we often forget to ask ourselves core questions. What do employers actually want? Do they care about LERs and badges? In this episode, we are joined by Ian Davidsion, Chief Growth Officer at SmartResume. He shares what employers actually want, how to talk to employers about credentials, and why AI has accelerated the need for better communicating verifiable skills.

]]> Within the credentialing ecosystem, we talk about digital badges and LERs (Learning and Employment Records) with such frequency, that we often forget to ask ourselves core questions. What do employers actually want? Do they care about LERs and badges? In this episode, we are joined by Ian Davidsion, Chief Growth Officer at SmartResume. He shares what employers actually want, how to talk to employers about credentials, and why AI has accelerated the need for better communicating verifiable skills.

]]> Tue, 23 Sep 2025 05:00:00 -0400 Parchment Parchment 1452 Within the credentialing ecosystem, we talk about digital badges and LERs (Learning and Employment Records) with such frequency, that we often forget to ask ourselves core questions. What do employers actually want? Do they care about LERs and badges? In this episode, we are joined by Ian Davidsion, Chief Growth Officer at SmartResume. He shares what employers actually want, how to talk to employers about credentials, and why AI has accelerated the need for better communicating verifiable skills.

]]> parchment, credentialing, education, higher education, pathways, technology No AI: The Future of Work & Education 3 3 44 44 AI: The Future of Work & Education full 4630bea3-5e32-4b01-9be5-8a46f333e9a3 https://share.transistor.fm/s/75184af4 How is AI going to shape the future of work and education? What skills will be needed? What evolution will take place? In this episode, we are joined by AI ethicist and strategist, Rebecca Bultsma. We discuss how to think and talk about AI, as well as the need to "become more human".  

]]> How is AI going to shape the future of work and education? What skills will be needed? What evolution will take place? In this episode, we are joined by AI ethicist and strategist, Rebecca Bultsma. We discuss how to think and talk about AI, as well as the need to "become more human".  

]]> Tue, 09 Sep 2025 05:00:00 -0400 Parchment Parchment 2031 How is AI going to shape the future of work and education? What skills will be needed? What evolution will take place? In this episode, we are joined by AI ethicist and strategist, Rebecca Bultsma. We discuss how to think and talk about AI, as well as the need to "become more human".  

]]> parchment, credentialing, education, higher education, pathways, technology No The Short-Term Credential Landscape & AI's Impact 3 3 43 43 The Short-Term Credential Landscape & AI's Impact full 43042cfa-ff2f-4bc8-92eb-3e20e6630702 https://share.transistor.fm/s/ff60f6f8 Paul Fain, Journalist and Founder of Workshift.org, joins us to discuss the short-term credentialing landscape, how we measure ROI, and the potential impacts of AI on learners and the higher education ecosystem. 

]]> Paul Fain, Journalist and Founder of Workshift.org, joins us to discuss the short-term credentialing landscape, how we measure ROI, and the potential impacts of AI on learners and the higher education ecosystem. 

]]> Tue, 26 Aug 2025 05:00:00 -0400 Parchment Parchment 1639 Paul Fain, Journalist and Founder of Workshift.org, joins us to discuss the short-term credentialing landscape, how we measure ROI, and the potential impacts of AI on learners and the higher education ecosystem. 

]]> parchment, credentialing, education, higher education, pathways, technology No Achieving Excellence in Student Transfer 3 3 42 42 Achieving Excellence in Student Transfer full b123322f-73ec-4808-9b73-60f489f9058d https://share.transistor.fm/s/e75ea10f 80% of community college students intend to transfer to earn their Bachelor's degree. Only 16% accomplish that goal. Why? To discuss the challenges of transfer and share how institutions can become more transfer friendly, we are joined by Tania LaViolet, Director of Research & Innovation at The Aspen Institute. She shares strategies from The Transfer Playbook 2.0 and discusses how we can assist learners in navigating their transfer pathway. 

To access The Transfer Playbook 2.0 in its entirety, click here - https://highered.aspeninstitute.org/playbooks/transfer-playbook-20-practical-guide-achieving-excellence-transfer-and-bachelors

]]> 80% of community college students intend to transfer to earn their Bachelor's degree. Only 16% accomplish that goal. Why? To discuss the challenges of transfer and share how institutions can become more transfer friendly, we are joined by Tania LaViolet, Director of Research & Innovation at The Aspen Institute. She shares strategies from The Transfer Playbook 2.0 and discusses how we can assist learners in navigating their transfer pathway. 

To access The Transfer Playbook 2.0 in its entirety, click here - https://highered.aspeninstitute.org/playbooks/transfer-playbook-20-practical-guide-achieving-excellence-transfer-and-bachelors

]]> Tue, 12 Aug 2025 05:00:00 -0400 Parchment Parchment 1984 80% of community college students intend to transfer to earn their Bachelor's degree. Only 16% accomplish that goal. Why? To discuss the challenges of transfer and share how institutions can become more transfer friendly, we are joined by Tania LaViolet, Director of Research & Innovation at The Aspen Institute. She shares strategies from The Transfer Playbook 2.0 and discusses how we can assist learners in navigating their transfer pathway. 

To access The Transfer Playbook 2.0 in its entirety, click here - https://highered.aspeninstitute.org/playbooks/transfer-playbook-20-practical-guide-achieving-excellence-transfer-and-bachelors

]]> parchment, credentialing, education, higher education, pathways, technology No Incremental Credentialing & Degree Along the Way 3 3 41 41 Incremental Credentialing & Degree Along the Way full 61d2e333-4f0e-4b65-a5a6-88b42944c6fa https://share.transistor.fm/s/06b28ca8 Listen to learn how Purdue University Global is crafting new pathways for learners through incremental credentialing and "degree along the way". We are joined by Jacob Askeroth, who shares how they implemented microcredentials into their degree programs and how they are awarding Associate's Degrees on the way to a Bachelor's. You can read more about Purdue University Global's exciting initiatives by clicking here - https://evolllution.com/incremental-credentialing-and-degree-along-the-way


]]> Listen to learn how Purdue University Global is crafting new pathways for learners through incremental credentialing and "degree along the way". We are joined by Jacob Askeroth, who shares how they implemented microcredentials into their degree programs and how they are awarding Associate's Degrees on the way to a Bachelor's. You can read more about Purdue University Global's exciting initiatives by clicking here - https://evolllution.com/incremental-credentialing-and-degree-along-the-way


]]> Tue, 29 Jul 2025 05:00:00 -0400 Parchment Parchment 1665 Listen to learn how Purdue University Global is crafting new pathways for learners through incremental credentialing and "degree along the way". We are joined by Jacob Askeroth, who shares how they implemented microcredentials into their degree programs and how they are awarding Associate's Degrees on the way to a Bachelor's. You can read more about Purdue University Global's exciting initiatives by clicking here - https://evolllution.com/incremental-credentialing-and-degree-along-the-way


]]> parchment, credentialing, education, higher education, pathways, technology No Short-Term Pell & Credential Policy 3 3 40 40 Short-Term Pell & Credential Policy full 5f613089-55ec-47a0-a798-82249667097d https://share.transistor.fm/s/617a6451 In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Van Davis, Executive Director at WCET & Vice President of Digital Learning at WICHE, to discuss recent policy discussions and legislation related to Short-Term Pell. Dr. Davis shares the latest in federal policy, the potential impact of legislation, and the evolving short-term credential landscape.

As we discuss in the episode, WICHE developed a phenomenal report on "State Approaches to Short-Term Postsecondary Credentials, which you can read here - https://www.wiche.edu/resources/state-approaches-to-short-term-postsecondary-credentials-challenges-opportunities-and-policy-gaps/

]]> In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Van Davis, Executive Director at WCET & Vice President of Digital Learning at WICHE, to discuss recent policy discussions and legislation related to Short-Term Pell. Dr. Davis shares the latest in federal policy, the potential impact of legislation, and the evolving short-term credential landscape.

As we discuss in the episode, WICHE developed a phenomenal report on "State Approaches to Short-Term Postsecondary Credentials, which you can read here - https://www.wiche.edu/resources/state-approaches-to-short-term-postsecondary-credentials-challenges-opportunities-and-policy-gaps/

]]> Tue, 15 Jul 2025 05:00:00 -0400 Parchment Parchment 2092 In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Van Davis, Executive Director at WCET & Vice President of Digital Learning at WICHE, to discuss recent policy discussions and legislation related to Short-Term Pell. Dr. Davis shares the latest in federal policy, the potential impact of legislation, and the evolving short-term credential landscape.

As we discuss in the episode, WICHE developed a phenomenal report on "State Approaches to Short-Term Postsecondary Credentials, which you can read here - https://www.wiche.edu/resources/state-approaches-to-short-term-postsecondary-credentials-challenges-opportunities-and-policy-gaps/

]]> parchment, credentialing, education, higher education, pathways, technology No The State of Career Tech Ed: Credentials of Value 3 3 39 39 The State of Career Tech Ed: Credentials of Value full a5c8164d-b785-4264-9dff-2a9592c0ed9b https://share.transistor.fm/s/54678739 The landscape of Career Technical Education (CTE) is rapidly evolving. What are states doing to maximize opportunities for learners? How are states grappling with the proliferation of credentials? To understand the current status of CTE in the United States, Emily Passias, Deputy Executive Director at Advance CTE, joins us to share their latest report on state policy, credentials of value and recommendations on state strategy.

To read Advance CTE's full report, "The State of Career Technical Education: Credentials of Value", click the following link - https://careertech.org/resource-center/series/the-state-of-cte/

]]> The landscape of Career Technical Education (CTE) is rapidly evolving. What are states doing to maximize opportunities for learners? How are states grappling with the proliferation of credentials? To understand the current status of CTE in the United States, Emily Passias, Deputy Executive Director at Advance CTE, joins us to share their latest report on state policy, credentials of value and recommendations on state strategy.

To read Advance CTE's full report, "The State of Career Technical Education: Credentials of Value", click the following link - https://careertech.org/resource-center/series/the-state-of-cte/

]]> Tue, 01 Jul 2025 05:00:00 -0400 Parchment Parchment 2505 The landscape of Career Technical Education (CTE) is rapidly evolving. What are states doing to maximize opportunities for learners? How are states grappling with the proliferation of credentials? To understand the current status of CTE in the United States, Emily Passias, Deputy Executive Director at Advance CTE, joins us to share their latest report on state policy, credentials of value and recommendations on state strategy.

To read Advance CTE's full report, "The State of Career Technical Education: Credentials of Value", click the following link - https://careertech.org/resource-center/series/the-state-of-cte/

]]> parchment, credentialing, education, higher education, pathways, technology No The Great Value Shift in Higher Ed 3 3 38 38 The Great Value Shift in Higher Ed full 2fda7007-64a1-46bb-a2a2-d6c99445b21e https://share.transistor.fm/s/1518bddf Higher education is at a critical cultural moment, with growing skepticism around the value of a college degree. How can postsecondary remain relevant and valuable? In this episode, we speak with Dr. Kenyatta Lovett, Principal at ESG. He shares a roadmap for delivering value in postsecondary education. We highlight ESG's excellent report, "The Great Value Shift", which illuminates how states, systems and institutions can strategically plan for meaningful change and increased impact.

To read ESG's report on The Great Value Shift, visit this link - https://edstrategy.org/resource/the-great-value-shift/

]]> Higher education is at a critical cultural moment, with growing skepticism around the value of a college degree. How can postsecondary remain relevant and valuable? In this episode, we speak with Dr. Kenyatta Lovett, Principal at ESG. He shares a roadmap for delivering value in postsecondary education. We highlight ESG's excellent report, "The Great Value Shift", which illuminates how states, systems and institutions can strategically plan for meaningful change and increased impact.

To read ESG's report on The Great Value Shift, visit this link - https://edstrategy.org/resource/the-great-value-shift/

]]> Tue, 17 Jun 2025 05:00:00 -0400 Parchment Parchment 2074 Higher education is at a critical cultural moment, with growing skepticism around the value of a college degree. How can postsecondary remain relevant and valuable? In this episode, we speak with Dr. Kenyatta Lovett, Principal at ESG. He shares a roadmap for delivering value in postsecondary education. We highlight ESG's excellent report, "The Great Value Shift", which illuminates how states, systems and institutions can strategically plan for meaningful change and increased impact.

To read ESG's report on The Great Value Shift, visit this link - https://edstrategy.org/resource/the-great-value-shift/

]]> parchment, credentialing, education, higher education, pathways, technology No Bridging the Divide Between Education & Labor 3 3 37 37 Bridging the Divide Between Education & Labor full 9c326d89-e0ec-4ab8-ac84-ef5c21aa4b8b https://share.transistor.fm/s/3330aa22 Why is there a gap between the skills employers want and the skills we develop in higher education? How do we build the organizational capacity for rigorous earn-and-learn opportunities? In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Annelies Goger, Fellow from The Brookings Institution. She highlights how states are scaling earn-and-learn opportunities, the value of skills frameworks, and the promise of a blended pathways model. She advocates for more rigorous apprenticeships, internships and experiential learning opportunities. To read more on Dr. Goger's research, follow this link - https://www.brookings.edu/articles/how-us-employers-and-educators-can-build-a-more-nimble-education-system-with-multiple-paths-to-success/

]]> Why is there a gap between the skills employers want and the skills we develop in higher education? How do we build the organizational capacity for rigorous earn-and-learn opportunities? In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Annelies Goger, Fellow from The Brookings Institution. She highlights how states are scaling earn-and-learn opportunities, the value of skills frameworks, and the promise of a blended pathways model. She advocates for more rigorous apprenticeships, internships and experiential learning opportunities. To read more on Dr. Goger's research, follow this link - https://www.brookings.edu/articles/how-us-employers-and-educators-can-build-a-more-nimble-education-system-with-multiple-paths-to-success/

]]> Tue, 03 Jun 2025 05:00:00 -0400 Parchment Parchment 2122 Why is there a gap between the skills employers want and the skills we develop in higher education? How do we build the organizational capacity for rigorous earn-and-learn opportunities? In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Annelies Goger, Fellow from The Brookings Institution. She highlights how states are scaling earn-and-learn opportunities, the value of skills frameworks, and the promise of a blended pathways model. She advocates for more rigorous apprenticeships, internships and experiential learning opportunities. To read more on Dr. Goger's research, follow this link - https://www.brookings.edu/articles/how-us-employers-and-educators-can-build-a-more-nimble-education-system-with-multiple-paths-to-success/

]]> parchment, credentialing, education, higher education, pathways, technology No The Value of Experiential Learning 3 3 36 36 The Value of Experiential Learning full f80b89d9-d4e7-4d04-9b3e-4fe923785eea https://share.transistor.fm/s/75d98cee What is the value of experiential learning? And, what are the experiences that really matter for learners and employers? In this episode, Beth Merenstein, Associate Vice President for Community Engagement & Experiential Learning at Central Connecticut State University, joins us to share why experiential learning can have a significant impact on institutions, learners and the broader community. 

]]> What is the value of experiential learning? And, what are the experiences that really matter for learners and employers? In this episode, Beth Merenstein, Associate Vice President for Community Engagement & Experiential Learning at Central Connecticut State University, joins us to share why experiential learning can have a significant impact on institutions, learners and the broader community. 

]]> Tue, 20 May 2025 05:00:00 -0400 Parchment Parchment 1973 What is the value of experiential learning? And, what are the experiences that really matter for learners and employers? In this episode, Beth Merenstein, Associate Vice President for Community Engagement & Experiential Learning at Central Connecticut State University, joins us to share why experiential learning can have a significant impact on institutions, learners and the broader community. 

]]> parchment, credentialing, education, higher education, pathways, technology No NACE's 2025 Job Outlook for Graduates 3 3 35 35 NACE's 2025 Job Outlook for Graduates full ef64c5c9-98d4-41ee-8f51-25700b4d3cf7 https://share.transistor.fm/s/17cdf114 In this episode, we are joined by Shawn VanDerziel, President & CEO of the National Association of Colleges & Employers (NACE), to discuss their report on the 2025 Job Outlook for graduates. Shawn highlights what competencies employers are looking for, where skills-based hiring is happening and how learners can best prepare themselves for the job market.

To read NACE's 2025 Job Outlook report, see here - https://www.naceweb.org/docs/default-source/default-document-library/2025/publication/research-report/2025-nace-job-outlook-jan-2025.pdf?Status=Master&sfvrsn=57d47fb0_3

]]> In this episode, we are joined by Shawn VanDerziel, President & CEO of the National Association of Colleges & Employers (NACE), to discuss their report on the 2025 Job Outlook for graduates. Shawn highlights what competencies employers are looking for, where skills-based hiring is happening and how learners can best prepare themselves for the job market.

To read NACE's 2025 Job Outlook report, see here - https://www.naceweb.org/docs/default-source/default-document-library/2025/publication/research-report/2025-nace-job-outlook-jan-2025.pdf?Status=Master&sfvrsn=57d47fb0_3

]]> Tue, 06 May 2025 05:00:00 -0400 Parchment Parchment 2025 In this episode, we are joined by Shawn VanDerziel, President & CEO of the National Association of Colleges & Employers (NACE), to discuss their report on the 2025 Job Outlook for graduates. Shawn highlights what competencies employers are looking for, where skills-based hiring is happening and how learners can best prepare themselves for the job market.

To read NACE's 2025 Job Outlook report, see here - https://www.naceweb.org/docs/default-source/default-document-library/2025/publication/research-report/2025-nace-job-outlook-jan-2025.pdf?Status=Master&sfvrsn=57d47fb0_3

]]> parchment, credentialing, education, higher education, pathways, technology No The Power of AI for Credit Mobility 3 3 34 34 The Power of AI for Credit Mobility full 85864499-3b31-4c24-87fb-02beffc9efd6 https://share.transistor.fm/s/aa811271 How can AI improve credit mobility in higher education? In this episode, Jesse Boeding, Co-Founder of Education Assessment System, joins us to share research on AI and credit mobility. She highlights how to think about AI, why it's more than just a means to efficiency, and why leveraging AI is ultimately in the best interest of learners and institutions.

]]> How can AI improve credit mobility in higher education? In this episode, Jesse Boeding, Co-Founder of Education Assessment System, joins us to share research on AI and credit mobility. She highlights how to think about AI, why it's more than just a means to efficiency, and why leveraging AI is ultimately in the best interest of learners and institutions.

]]> Tue, 22 Apr 2025 05:00:00 -0400 Parchment Parchment 1957 How can AI improve credit mobility in higher education? In this episode, Jesse Boeding, Co-Founder of Education Assessment System, joins us to share research on AI and credit mobility. She highlights how to think about AI, why it's more than just a means to efficiency, and why leveraging AI is ultimately in the best interest of learners and institutions.

]]> parchment, credentialing, education, higher education, pathways, technology No Building a Meaningful Microcredential Program 3 3 33 33 Building a Meaningful Microcredential Program full 54890443-79a3-4add-82f9-80bdf6ba49a2 https://share.transistor.fm/s/5565bc12 Kristen Vanselow, Assistant Vice President for Innovative Education & Partnerships at Florida Gulf Coast University joins us to share how FGCU has developed a robust microcredential program that provides flexible, competency-based opportunities that signal readiness for careers beyond traditional degrees. Kristen shares how FGCU develops programs in partnership with leading employers to address skill gaps in the workforce, contributing to the success of the regional economy. 

For additional resources about FGCU's microcredentialing program, see here - https://www.instructure.com/resources/videos/fgcu-power-micro-credentials

To learn more about UPCEA, visit https://upcea.edu/

]]> Kristen Vanselow, Assistant Vice President for Innovative Education & Partnerships at Florida Gulf Coast University joins us to share how FGCU has developed a robust microcredential program that provides flexible, competency-based opportunities that signal readiness for careers beyond traditional degrees. Kristen shares how FGCU develops programs in partnership with leading employers to address skill gaps in the workforce, contributing to the success of the regional economy. 

For additional resources about FGCU's microcredentialing program, see here - https://www.instructure.com/resources/videos/fgcu-power-micro-credentials

To learn more about UPCEA, visit https://upcea.edu/

]]> Tue, 08 Apr 2025 05:00:00 -0400 Parchment Parchment 2264 Kristen Vanselow, Assistant Vice President for Innovative Education & Partnerships at Florida Gulf Coast University joins us to share how FGCU has developed a robust microcredential program that provides flexible, competency-based opportunities that signal readiness for careers beyond traditional degrees. Kristen shares how FGCU develops programs in partnership with leading employers to address skill gaps in the workforce, contributing to the success of the regional economy. 

For additional resources about FGCU's microcredentialing program, see here - https://www.instructure.com/resources/videos/fgcu-power-micro-credentials

To learn more about UPCEA, visit https://upcea.edu/

]]> parchment, credentialing, education, higher education, pathways, technology No Digital Badging at the System Level 3 3 32 32 Digital Badging at the System Level full 3893be6a-cc56-44a5-8585-1c2ddf423bf3 https://share.transistor.fm/s/6db8ba25 In this episode, we are joined by Marla Gunasegaram, Systemwide Learning Technology Strategist at the California State University System. She shares how they scaled digital badging across the CSU system, how they collaborate with individual institutions and why a system-wide LMS is key to their success.

]]> In this episode, we are joined by Marla Gunasegaram, Systemwide Learning Technology Strategist at the California State University System. She shares how they scaled digital badging across the CSU system, how they collaborate with individual institutions and why a system-wide LMS is key to their success.

]]> Tue, 25 Mar 2025 10:04:49 -0400 Parchment Parchment 1152 In this episode, we are joined by Marla Gunasegaram, Systemwide Learning Technology Strategist at the California State University System. She shares how they scaled digital badging across the CSU system, how they collaborate with individual institutions and why a system-wide LMS is key to their success.

]]> parchment, credentialing, education, higher education, pathways, technology No The Next 5 Years of Digital Credentialing 3 3 31 31 The Next 5 Years of Digital Credentialing full 6f3cdeef-e3f5-432a-b3f2-6c9889aae9f8 https://share.transistor.fm/s/a4796c33 The digital credentialing landscape is quickly evolving, with the explosion of microcredentials, badges and the conversation around skills. What does the next 5 years of digital credentialing look like? In this episode, we are joined by Jason Weaver, VP of Product at Instructure, to hear his point of view on what needs to happen to ensure that digital credentials can scale and create the most opportunities for those that earn them. 

]]> The digital credentialing landscape is quickly evolving, with the explosion of microcredentials, badges and the conversation around skills. What does the next 5 years of digital credentialing look like? In this episode, we are joined by Jason Weaver, VP of Product at Instructure, to hear his point of view on what needs to happen to ensure that digital credentials can scale and create the most opportunities for those that earn them. 

]]> Tue, 11 Mar 2025 05:00:00 -0400 Parchment Parchment 1705 The digital credentialing landscape is quickly evolving, with the explosion of microcredentials, badges and the conversation around skills. What does the next 5 years of digital credentialing look like? In this episode, we are joined by Jason Weaver, VP of Product at Instructure, to hear his point of view on what needs to happen to ensure that digital credentials can scale and create the most opportunities for those that earn them. 

]]> parchment, credentialing, education, higher education, pathways, technology No A Discussion on AI in College Admissions 3 3 30 30 A Discussion on AI in College Admissions full 52f1eed6-63dc-4b43-9319-fa0a065aa683 https://share.transistor.fm/s/25361baf How should AI fit into the college admissions process? What guidance are institutions offering prospective students? And, how can high school counselors advise their students? In this episode, we speak with Emily Pacheco, Advisor for AI in College Admissions. We talk about ethical use of AI for college admissions, the opportunities ahead and the need to establish "rules of the road" for AI. To learn more about AI in College Admissions, visit edhub.ai for more resources/events. 

]]> How should AI fit into the college admissions process? What guidance are institutions offering prospective students? And, how can high school counselors advise their students? In this episode, we speak with Emily Pacheco, Advisor for AI in College Admissions. We talk about ethical use of AI for college admissions, the opportunities ahead and the need to establish "rules of the road" for AI. To learn more about AI in College Admissions, visit edhub.ai for more resources/events. 

]]> Tue, 25 Feb 2025 05:00:00 -0500 Parchment Parchment 1720 How should AI fit into the college admissions process? What guidance are institutions offering prospective students? And, how can high school counselors advise their students? In this episode, we speak with Emily Pacheco, Advisor for AI in College Admissions. We talk about ethical use of AI for college admissions, the opportunities ahead and the need to establish "rules of the road" for AI. To learn more about AI in College Admissions, visit edhub.ai for more resources/events. 

]]> parchment, credentialing, education, higher education, pathways, technology No CPL for Incremental & Non-Credit Credentials 3 3 29 29 CPL for Incremental & Non-Credit Credentials full c7fbb5c0-c363-4319-aa6e-77b7efc54ddd https://share.transistor.fm/s/74505cce Credit for Prior Learning has long been utilized by higher education to award credit for work, life or training experience. But, how can CPL be utilized amidst the growing world of short-term, non-credit credentials? In this episode, we speak with Melanie Booth, Executive Director of the Higher Learning Commission's Credential Lab, and Ian Roark, Vice Chancellor of Workforce Development & Innovation at Pima Community College, to discuss the policy and practice of making CPL a reality for different forms of credentials. 

]]> Credit for Prior Learning has long been utilized by higher education to award credit for work, life or training experience. But, how can CPL be utilized amidst the growing world of short-term, non-credit credentials? In this episode, we speak with Melanie Booth, Executive Director of the Higher Learning Commission's Credential Lab, and Ian Roark, Vice Chancellor of Workforce Development & Innovation at Pima Community College, to discuss the policy and practice of making CPL a reality for different forms of credentials. 

]]> Tue, 11 Feb 2025 05:00:00 -0500 Parchment Parchment 2812 Credit for Prior Learning has long been utilized by higher education to award credit for work, life or training experience. But, how can CPL be utilized amidst the growing world of short-term, non-credit credentials? In this episode, we speak with Melanie Booth, Executive Director of the Higher Learning Commission's Credential Lab, and Ian Roark, Vice Chancellor of Workforce Development & Innovation at Pima Community College, to discuss the policy and practice of making CPL a reality for different forms of credentials. 

]]> parchment, credentialing, education, higher education, pathways, technology No Meaningful Competency Based Education 3 3 28 28 Meaningful Competency Based Education full d60cbd71-d061-4c8c-b941-cb430834a3bb https://share.transistor.fm/s/b698966a What do we really know about the skills and competencies of graduates? Surprisingly, very little. In this episode, we are joined by Amber Garrison Duncan from the Competency Based Education Network, an organization dedicated to true competency — what an individual knows and can do — rather than on proxies for knowledge and skills.

]]> What do we really know about the skills and competencies of graduates? Surprisingly, very little. In this episode, we are joined by Amber Garrison Duncan from the Competency Based Education Network, an organization dedicated to true competency — what an individual knows and can do — rather than on proxies for knowledge and skills.

]]> Tue, 28 Jan 2025 05:00:00 -0500 Parchment Parchment 1266 What do we really know about the skills and competencies of graduates? Surprisingly, very little. In this episode, we are joined by Amber Garrison Duncan from the Competency Based Education Network, an organization dedicated to true competency — what an individual knows and can do — rather than on proxies for knowledge and skills.

]]> parchment, credentialing, education, higher education, pathways, technology No A Framework for Non-Degree Credential Quality 3 3 27 27 A Framework for Non-Degree Credential Quality full 427edda1-b1b6-483e-b680-fa537ee99d84 https://share.transistor.fm/s/5427fe50 Non-degree credentials are growing rapidly, but what does non-degree credential quality look like? In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Michelle Van Noy, Director of the Education & Employment Research Center at Rutgers University. She shares a framework for non-degree credential quality and highlights the research around outcomes for non-degree credential attainers. 

]]> Non-degree credentials are growing rapidly, but what does non-degree credential quality look like? In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Michelle Van Noy, Director of the Education & Employment Research Center at Rutgers University. She shares a framework for non-degree credential quality and highlights the research around outcomes for non-degree credential attainers. 

]]> Tue, 07 Jan 2025 05:00:00 -0500 Parchment Parchment 1230 Non-degree credentials are growing rapidly, but what does non-degree credential quality look like? In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Michelle Van Noy, Director of the Education & Employment Research Center at Rutgers University. She shares a framework for non-degree credential quality and highlights the research around outcomes for non-degree credential attainers. 

]]> parchment, credentialing, education, higher education, pathways, technology No Impactful College & Career Planning w/ NYC Public Schools 3 3 26 26 Impactful College & Career Planning w/ NYC Public Schools full c9f2f9c8-86a2-47e1-b84d-20340f90824d https://share.transistor.fm/s/7d7d416b How does the largest school district in the country set students up for postsecondary success? In this episode, we are joined by Kristen Harris, Executive Director of College & Career Planning at New York City Public Schools. She shares how they navigate postsecondary planning and the impactful practices they've implemented for student success.

]]> How does the largest school district in the country set students up for postsecondary success? In this episode, we are joined by Kristen Harris, Executive Director of College & Career Planning at New York City Public Schools. She shares how they navigate postsecondary planning and the impactful practices they've implemented for student success.

]]> Tue, 03 Dec 2024 05:00:00 -0500 Parchment Parchment 1396 How does the largest school district in the country set students up for postsecondary success? In this episode, we are joined by Kristen Harris, Executive Director of College & Career Planning at New York City Public Schools. She shares how they navigate postsecondary planning and the impactful practices they've implemented for student success.

]]> parchment, credentialing, education, higher education, pathways, technology No Postsecondary Outcomes of Dual Enrollment Students 3 3 25 25 Postsecondary Outcomes of Dual Enrollment Students full cf35f632-b7e4-49ed-96e9-30e5a05a31db https://share.transistor.fm/s/ba566bf7 Are dually enrolled students more likely to graduate? Are they more likely to enroll in postsecondary? In this episode, we dig into the impacts of dual enrollment on a student's pathway to and through higher education. We are joined by Tatiana Velaso, Senior Research Associate at the Community College Research Center to discuss the latest research into the postsecondary outcomes of dual enrollment students. To read more about the CCRC's research, click here - https://shorturl.at/cpvZt

]]> Are dually enrolled students more likely to graduate? Are they more likely to enroll in postsecondary? In this episode, we dig into the impacts of dual enrollment on a student's pathway to and through higher education. We are joined by Tatiana Velaso, Senior Research Associate at the Community College Research Center to discuss the latest research into the postsecondary outcomes of dual enrollment students. To read more about the CCRC's research, click here - https://shorturl.at/cpvZt

]]> Tue, 19 Nov 2024 05:00:00 -0500 Parchment Parchment 1500 Are dually enrolled students more likely to graduate? Are they more likely to enroll in postsecondary? In this episode, we dig into the impacts of dual enrollment on a student's pathway to and through higher education. We are joined by Tatiana Velaso, Senior Research Associate at the Community College Research Center to discuss the latest research into the postsecondary outcomes of dual enrollment students. To read more about the CCRC's research, click here - https://shorturl.at/cpvZt

]]> parchment, credentialing, education, higher education, pathways, technology No The European Microcredential Landscape 3 3 24 24 The European Microcredential Landscape full f5fd7cf9-013a-4923-b85e-6c152bd0654f https://share.transistor.fm/s/1c7d5fef What is the microcredentialing landscape in Europe? In this episode, we are joined by Anastasia Pouliou, an expert in Vocational Education & Training from Cedefop. She shares the work being done in Europe on microcredentials, how they are aligning to qualifications frameworks, and how microcredentials can impact learning. 

]]> What is the microcredentialing landscape in Europe? In this episode, we are joined by Anastasia Pouliou, an expert in Vocational Education & Training from Cedefop. She shares the work being done in Europe on microcredentials, how they are aligning to qualifications frameworks, and how microcredentials can impact learning. 

]]> Tue, 05 Nov 2024 05:00:00 -0500 Parchment Parchment 1395 What is the microcredentialing landscape in Europe? In this episode, we are joined by Anastasia Pouliou, an expert in Vocational Education & Training from Cedefop. She shares the work being done in Europe on microcredentials, how they are aligning to qualifications frameworks, and how microcredentials can impact learning. 

]]> parchment, credentialing, education, higher education, pathways, technology No Creating a Future-Ready Workforce 3 3 23 23 Creating a Future-Ready Workforce full 369e4f38-6f8c-45db-93fb-deb89fe95e22 https://share.transistor.fm/s/1cb7ab55 What does it actually mean to create a future-ready workforce? In this episode, we speak with Daphne Dor-Ner, VP of Product Management at Lightcast. She will share labor market information and how it can help institutions of higher education advance strategic priorities. If you are curious about how your institution can ensure you are creating credentials of value for your students, this episode is for you.

]]> What does it actually mean to create a future-ready workforce? In this episode, we speak with Daphne Dor-Ner, VP of Product Management at Lightcast. She will share labor market information and how it can help institutions of higher education advance strategic priorities. If you are curious about how your institution can ensure you are creating credentials of value for your students, this episode is for you.

]]> Tue, 22 Oct 2024 05:00:00 -0400 Parchment Parchment 1791 What does it actually mean to create a future-ready workforce? In this episode, we speak with Daphne Dor-Ner, VP of Product Management at Lightcast. She will share labor market information and how it can help institutions of higher education advance strategic priorities. If you are curious about how your institution can ensure you are creating credentials of value for your students, this episode is for you.

]]> parchment, credentialing, education, higher education, pathways, technology No Takeaways from (New) Dual Enrollment Data 3 3 22 22 Takeaways from (New) Dual Enrollment Data full b44503dc-864e-46c0-9864-47f8c156bc65 https://share.transistor.fm/s/b37b6a4b IPEDS recently released a trove of data around dual enrollment. In this episode, we sit down with John Fink from the Community College Research Center to discuss what we learned from the data and how it can help dual enrollment practitioners. As discussed in the episode, CCRC built a phenomenal dashboard to dissect the data. View the dashboard here - https://ccrc.tc.columbia.edu/easyblog/how-many-students-are-taking-dual-enrollment-courses-in-high-school-new-national-state-and-college-level-data.html

]]> IPEDS recently released a trove of data around dual enrollment. In this episode, we sit down with John Fink from the Community College Research Center to discuss what we learned from the data and how it can help dual enrollment practitioners. As discussed in the episode, CCRC built a phenomenal dashboard to dissect the data. View the dashboard here - https://ccrc.tc.columbia.edu/easyblog/how-many-students-are-taking-dual-enrollment-courses-in-high-school-new-national-state-and-college-level-data.html

]]> Tue, 08 Oct 2024 05:00:00 -0400 Parchment Parchment 1522 IPEDS recently released a trove of data around dual enrollment. In this episode, we sit down with John Fink from the Community College Research Center to discuss what we learned from the data and how it can help dual enrollment practitioners. As discussed in the episode, CCRC built a phenomenal dashboard to dissect the data. View the dashboard here - https://ccrc.tc.columbia.edu/easyblog/how-many-students-are-taking-dual-enrollment-courses-in-high-school-new-national-state-and-college-level-data.html

]]> parchment, credentialing, education, higher education, pathways, technology No A Brief History of the Student Record 3 3 21 21 A Brief History of the Student Record full 72f9d1b2-70dd-429a-819d-33178ffecd3b https://share.transistor.fm/s/b25eca3c Sometimes the best way to look forward is to look back. In this episode, we speak with Dr. Ethan Hutt, Associate Professor at the University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill, about the history of the student record, the benefits and drawbacks of our system today, and how he would like student records evolve. As we highlight in the episode, be sure to check out Dr. Hutt's book, Off the Mark: How Grades, Ratings and Rankings Undermine Learning (but Don't Have To) - https://www.hup.harvard.edu/books/9780674248410

]]> Sometimes the best way to look forward is to look back. In this episode, we speak with Dr. Ethan Hutt, Associate Professor at the University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill, about the history of the student record, the benefits and drawbacks of our system today, and how he would like student records evolve. As we highlight in the episode, be sure to check out Dr. Hutt's book, Off the Mark: How Grades, Ratings and Rankings Undermine Learning (but Don't Have To) - https://www.hup.harvard.edu/books/9780674248410

]]> Tue, 24 Sep 2024 05:00:00 -0400 Parchment Parchment 1828 Sometimes the best way to look forward is to look back. In this episode, we speak with Dr. Ethan Hutt, Associate Professor at the University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill, about the history of the student record, the benefits and drawbacks of our system today, and how he would like student records evolve. As we highlight in the episode, be sure to check out Dr. Hutt's book, Off the Mark: How Grades, Ratings and Rankings Undermine Learning (but Don't Have To) - https://www.hup.harvard.edu/books/9780674248410

]]> parchment, credentialing, education, higher education, pathways, technology No What's the Deal with Comprehensive Learner Records? 3 3 20 20 What's the Deal with Comprehensive Learner Records? full 919209b0-872d-4766-9f15-ee8841160c82 https://share.transistor.fm/s/7aec0cb3 Comprehensive Learner Records are billed as a new way for learners to communicate the totality of their educational experience. But, what goes in a CLR? How are students utilizing it? In this episode, we are joined by one of the early adopters of CLRs, Dr. Rodney Parks, Assistant Vice President & University Registrar at Elon University. Dr. Parks will share how they developed their CLR, the impacts of their work, and how he sees the CLR evolving in the future. 

]]> Comprehensive Learner Records are billed as a new way for learners to communicate the totality of their educational experience. But, what goes in a CLR? How are students utilizing it? In this episode, we are joined by one of the early adopters of CLRs, Dr. Rodney Parks, Assistant Vice President & University Registrar at Elon University. Dr. Parks will share how they developed their CLR, the impacts of their work, and how he sees the CLR evolving in the future. 

]]> Tue, 10 Sep 2024 05:00:00 -0400 Parchment Parchment 1861 Comprehensive Learner Records are billed as a new way for learners to communicate the totality of their educational experience. But, what goes in a CLR? How are students utilizing it? In this episode, we are joined by one of the early adopters of CLRs, Dr. Rodney Parks, Assistant Vice President & University Registrar at Elon University. Dr. Parks will share how they developed their CLR, the impacts of their work, and how he sees the CLR evolving in the future. 

]]> parchment, credentialing, education, higher education, pathways, technology No The Power of Credential Transparency 3 3 19 19 The Power of Credential Transparency full 8b809ac7-be89-498f-9283-268e4aad9b34 https://share.transistor.fm/s/9ae48a7a How do we better connect learners to opportunities? How can states and employers better understand what credentials are being issued? Deb Everhart, Chief Strategy Officer at Credential Engine, joins us to discuss their efforts to improve pathways by investing in credential transparency. Deb shares how Credential Engine's Credential Registry and Credential Transparency Descriptor Language (CTDL) are powering what learners, states, and employers know about the credentialing ecosystem.

]]> How do we better connect learners to opportunities? How can states and employers better understand what credentials are being issued? Deb Everhart, Chief Strategy Officer at Credential Engine, joins us to discuss their efforts to improve pathways by investing in credential transparency. Deb shares how Credential Engine's Credential Registry and Credential Transparency Descriptor Language (CTDL) are powering what learners, states, and employers know about the credentialing ecosystem.

]]> Tue, 27 Aug 2024 05:00:00 -0400 Parchment Parchment 1511 How do we better connect learners to opportunities? How can states and employers better understand what credentials are being issued? Deb Everhart, Chief Strategy Officer at Credential Engine, joins us to discuss their efforts to improve pathways by investing in credential transparency. Deb shares how Credential Engine's Credential Registry and Credential Transparency Descriptor Language (CTDL) are powering what learners, states, and employers know about the credentialing ecosystem.

]]> parchment, credentialing, education, higher education, pathways, technology No Developing a Robust Dual Enrollment Program 3 3 18 18 Developing a Robust Dual Enrollment Program full 4c581f71-63cb-43a1-a8e2-a39ae48c3aab https://share.transistor.fm/s/e20f6360 How can your school district build a robust dual/concurrent enrollment program? In this episode, we are joined by Michael Werner, Post-Secondary Planning Coordinator from Mounds View Public Schools. Michael will share practical tips on growing your program, communicating with students/parents, and how they expanded to offer an Associate's degree in high school. If you are invested in dual/concurrent enrollment, this episode is full of helpful resources and best practices.

]]> How can your school district build a robust dual/concurrent enrollment program? In this episode, we are joined by Michael Werner, Post-Secondary Planning Coordinator from Mounds View Public Schools. Michael will share practical tips on growing your program, communicating with students/parents, and how they expanded to offer an Associate's degree in high school. If you are invested in dual/concurrent enrollment, this episode is full of helpful resources and best practices.

]]> Tue, 13 Aug 2024 05:00:00 -0400 Parchment Parchment 1746 How can your school district build a robust dual/concurrent enrollment program? In this episode, we are joined by Michael Werner, Post-Secondary Planning Coordinator from Mounds View Public Schools. Michael will share practical tips on growing your program, communicating with students/parents, and how they expanded to offer an Associate's degree in high school. If you are invested in dual/concurrent enrollment, this episode is full of helpful resources and best practices.

]]> parchment, credentialing, education, higher education, pathways, technology No State Efforts to Advance Credentialing & Career Pathways 3 3 17 17 State Efforts to Advance Credentialing & Career Pathways full e399e8c5-d290-4e9c-858f-32994d5d17f3 https://share.transistor.fm/s/61a72669 What role can states play in advancing the credentialing ecosystem? In this episode, we speak with Nick Moore, Education Policy Advisor & Director from the Alabama Governor's Office, to learn how Alabama is revolutionizing credentialing and career pathways to further educational and economic mobility.

]]> What role can states play in advancing the credentialing ecosystem? In this episode, we speak with Nick Moore, Education Policy Advisor & Director from the Alabama Governor's Office, to learn how Alabama is revolutionizing credentialing and career pathways to further educational and economic mobility.

]]> Tue, 30 Jul 2024 05:00:00 -0400 Parchment Parchment 1794 What role can states play in advancing the credentialing ecosystem? In this episode, we speak with Nick Moore, Education Policy Advisor & Director from the Alabama Governor's Office, to learn how Alabama is revolutionizing credentialing and career pathways to further educational and economic mobility.

]]> parchment, credentialing, education, higher education, pathways, technology No The Impact of Course Sharing on Student Success 3 3 16 16 The Impact of Course Sharing on Student Success full ae182a80-cde0-458c-8879-58255fde1dc5 https://share.transistor.fm/s/749dabc1 What is Course Sharing and how can it expand access to opportunities for students? Dr. Marina Aminy, Executive Director of California Virtual Campus, joins us to share why the California Community College System pursued Course Sharing and why it matters for students. 

]]> What is Course Sharing and how can it expand access to opportunities for students? Dr. Marina Aminy, Executive Director of California Virtual Campus, joins us to share why the California Community College System pursued Course Sharing and why it matters for students. 

]]> Tue, 18 Jun 2024 05:00:00 -0400 Parchment Parchment 1413 What is Course Sharing and how can it expand access to opportunities for students? Dr. Marina Aminy, Executive Director of California Virtual Campus, joins us to share why the California Community College System pursued Course Sharing and why it matters for students. 

]]> parchment, credentialing, education, higher education, pathways, technology No State Initiatives on Skills-Based Hiring 3 3 15 15 State Initiatives on Skills-Based Hiring full 4d158343-4c06-41f6-b4cf-b33d85798691 https://share.transistor.fm/s/9ada8219 Amanda Winters, Program Director at the National Governors Association, shares the work that states are doing to advance "skills-based hiring". We cover important changes in policy, the inherent ecosystem challenges and what this means for economic mobility.

]]> Amanda Winters, Program Director at the National Governors Association, shares the work that states are doing to advance "skills-based hiring". We cover important changes in policy, the inherent ecosystem challenges and what this means for economic mobility.

]]> Tue, 04 Jun 2024 05:00:00 -0400 Parchment Parchment 2063 Amanda Winters, Program Director at the National Governors Association, shares the work that states are doing to advance "skills-based hiring". We cover important changes in policy, the inherent ecosystem challenges and what this means for economic mobility.

]]> parchment, credentialing, education, higher education, pathways, technology No Expanding Dual Enrollment for All Students 3 3 14 14 Expanding Dual Enrollment for All Students full 7bee5b72-fdfc-4031-aead-6d8d9f7f4408 https://share.transistor.fm/s/cd6743a7 Megan Garvy, Dual Enrollment Supervisor at Mesa Community College, shares the work they're doing with "Early College On-Ramps to Maricopa Pathways" to expand access to dual enrollment opportunities. Historically, dual enrollment has been dubbed a "program of privilege". Megan describes how they've increased access to college credit for students pursuing work-based certificates and CTE programs with success. You can learn more about Megan's work at her website - https://sites.google.com/view/levelupedupathways

]]> Megan Garvy, Dual Enrollment Supervisor at Mesa Community College, shares the work they're doing with "Early College On-Ramps to Maricopa Pathways" to expand access to dual enrollment opportunities. Historically, dual enrollment has been dubbed a "program of privilege". Megan describes how they've increased access to college credit for students pursuing work-based certificates and CTE programs with success. You can learn more about Megan's work at her website - https://sites.google.com/view/levelupedupathways

]]> Tue, 21 May 2024 05:00:00 -0400 Parchment Parchment 1724 Megan Garvy, Dual Enrollment Supervisor at Mesa Community College, shares the work they're doing with "Early College On-Ramps to Maricopa Pathways" to expand access to dual enrollment opportunities. Historically, dual enrollment has been dubbed a "program of privilege". Megan describes how they've increased access to college credit for students pursuing work-based certificates and CTE programs with success. You can learn more about Megan's work at her website - https://sites.google.com/view/levelupedupathways

]]> parchment, credentialing, education, higher education, pathways, technology No The Role of Technology in Education 3 3 13 13 The Role of Technology in Education full 9ae6b233-abc8-44e5-9472-e26fdcf4ffcf https://share.transistor.fm/s/4ea4e2e7 Melissa Loble, Chief Academic Officer at Instructure, joins us to discuss the role of technology in education. As educational institutions rely more heavily on EdTech to deliver services to their students, we discuss what it means to be "student-centered" and "customer-centric" as a technology provider. Finally, we attempt to answer the important question: has technology actually made education better?

]]> Melissa Loble, Chief Academic Officer at Instructure, joins us to discuss the role of technology in education. As educational institutions rely more heavily on EdTech to deliver services to their students, we discuss what it means to be "student-centered" and "customer-centric" as a technology provider. Finally, we attempt to answer the important question: has technology actually made education better?

]]> Tue, 07 May 2024 05:00:00 -0400 Parchment Parchment 1615 Melissa Loble, Chief Academic Officer at Instructure, joins us to discuss the role of technology in education. As educational institutions rely more heavily on EdTech to deliver services to their students, we discuss what it means to be "student-centered" and "customer-centric" as a technology provider. Finally, we attempt to answer the important question: has technology actually made education better?

]]> parchment, credentialing, education, higher education, pathways, technology No Why Skills & Competencies Are the Future 2 2 12 12 Why Skills & Competencies Are the Future full 1a81d423-9a38-4556-9816-bcd31dc3fe05 https://share.transistor.fm/s/cfe138f9 What does a credential represent? And, does a degree really tell me what you know and how well you know it? In this episode, we speak with Dr. Naomi Boyer, Senior VIce President of Digital Transformation at Education Design Lab to help us navigate the complex world of credentialing and why skills and competencies are the missing piece to advancing a learner's educational and professional opportunities.

]]> What does a credential represent? And, does a degree really tell me what you know and how well you know it? In this episode, we speak with Dr. Naomi Boyer, Senior VIce President of Digital Transformation at Education Design Lab to help us navigate the complex world of credentialing and why skills and competencies are the missing piece to advancing a learner's educational and professional opportunities.

]]> Tue, 23 Apr 2024 05:00:00 -0400 Parchment Parchment 1384 What does a credential represent? And, does a degree really tell me what you know and how well you know it? In this episode, we speak with Dr. Naomi Boyer, Senior VIce President of Digital Transformation at Education Design Lab to help us navigate the complex world of credentialing and why skills and competencies are the missing piece to advancing a learner's educational and professional opportunities.

]]> parchment, credentialing, education, higher education, pathways, technology No AI for Pathways & Credentialing 2 2 11 11 AI for Pathways & Credentialing full 185de7ee-1481-4cfa-b31b-c60660d01855 https://share.transistor.fm/s/c29042ab Can Artificial Intelligence help students navigate their educational pathway? Dr. Zachary Pardos, Associate Professor of Education at UC-Berkeley, joins us to share exciting developments in AI that shows significant promise in helping students navigate their pathway to a credential.

]]> Can Artificial Intelligence help students navigate their educational pathway? Dr. Zachary Pardos, Associate Professor of Education at UC-Berkeley, joins us to share exciting developments in AI that shows significant promise in helping students navigate their pathway to a credential.

]]> Tue, 09 Apr 2024 05:00:00 -0400 Parchment Parchment 1729 Can Artificial Intelligence help students navigate their educational pathway? Dr. Zachary Pardos, Associate Professor of Education at UC-Berkeley, joins us to share exciting developments in AI that shows significant promise in helping students navigate their pathway to a credential.

]]> parchment, credentialing, education, higher education, pathways, technology No How to Credential Durable Skills 2 2 10 10 How to Credential Durable Skills full 48b7109b-f08e-43e7-8c67-accd3fca4044 https://share.transistor.fm/s/a345f4dc Do we adequately know how to measure the totality of the college experience? How do we begin to measure the experiences of learners outside of the classroom? In this episode, we speak with Rob Buelow of Vector Solutions to discuss how universities can better engage students and employers by focusing on "durable skills" that better describe the value of the college experience.

]]> Do we adequately know how to measure the totality of the college experience? How do we begin to measure the experiences of learners outside of the classroom? In this episode, we speak with Rob Buelow of Vector Solutions to discuss how universities can better engage students and employers by focusing on "durable skills" that better describe the value of the college experience.

]]> Tue, 26 Mar 2024 05:00:00 -0400 Parchment Parchment 2312 Do we adequately know how to measure the totality of the college experience? How do we begin to measure the experiences of learners outside of the classroom? In this episode, we speak with Rob Buelow of Vector Solutions to discuss how universities can better engage students and employers by focusing on "durable skills" that better describe the value of the college experience.

]]> parchment, credentialing, education, higher education, pathways, technology No A Research-Based Look at Stackable Credentials 2 2 9 9 A Research-Based Look at Stackable Credentials full 2756eaa9-8ebf-4699-8c2f-00ae51b991e0 https://share.transistor.fm/s/8d8e88d7 The term "stackable credentials" can mean many things, from college efforts to embed short-term credentials into their degree programs to larger-scale efforts to rethink the way credentialing is done through alternative approaches, like skills and badges. We speak with Lindsay Daugherty, Senior Policy Researcher from RAND Corporation to dig into the research around stackable credential programs and whether they are delivering on their premise -- to advance a learner's opportunities and outcomes.

]]> The term "stackable credentials" can mean many things, from college efforts to embed short-term credentials into their degree programs to larger-scale efforts to rethink the way credentialing is done through alternative approaches, like skills and badges. We speak with Lindsay Daugherty, Senior Policy Researcher from RAND Corporation to dig into the research around stackable credential programs and whether they are delivering on their premise -- to advance a learner's opportunities and outcomes.

]]> Tue, 12 Mar 2024 05:00:00 -0400 Parchment Parchment 1887 The term "stackable credentials" can mean many things, from college efforts to embed short-term credentials into their degree programs to larger-scale efforts to rethink the way credentialing is done through alternative approaches, like skills and badges. We speak with Lindsay Daugherty, Senior Policy Researcher from RAND Corporation to dig into the research around stackable credential programs and whether they are delivering on their premise -- to advance a learner's opportunities and outcomes.

]]> parchment, credentialing, education, higher education, pathways, technology No The Good, the Bad & the Ugly of Microcredentials 2 2 8 8 The Good, the Bad & the Ugly of Microcredentials full be8c306a-0363-4763-8e96-6ef186af714f https://share.transistor.fm/s/9d9a9257 Microcredentials are quickly becoming the most talked about topic in credentialing. What's not to love? Microcredentials recognize competencies to increase the ability to display a learner's skills. Noah Geisel walks us through what we're getting right, the challenge of adoption, and the complicated nature of reinventing the recognition of what people know.

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]]> Tue, 27 Feb 2024 05:00:00 -0500 Parchment Parchment 2051 Microcredentials are quickly becoming the most talked about topic in credentialing. What's not to love? Microcredentials recognize competencies to increase the ability to display a learner's skills. Noah Geisel walks us through what we're getting right, the challenge of adoption, and the complicated nature of reinventing the recognition of what people know.

]]> parchment, credentialing, education, higher education, pathways, technology No How to Create a Credit Mobility Culture 2 2 7 7 How to Create a Credit Mobility Culture full 99d747e5-1f07-423d-842d-952f3f4c56d8 https://share.transistor.fm/s/5c9c00d7 Dr. Marc Booker, Vice Provost of Strategy for the University of Phoenix joins us to discuss how institutions can adopt a culture of credit mobility by incorporating credit-for-prior-learning (CPL) and prior learning assessments (PLA) during the admissions process. Dr. Booker shares how the University of Phoenix team have made concerted efforts to account for non-traditional learning to give students greater opportunity to advance their academic career.

]]> Dr. Marc Booker, Vice Provost of Strategy for the University of Phoenix joins us to discuss how institutions can adopt a culture of credit mobility by incorporating credit-for-prior-learning (CPL) and prior learning assessments (PLA) during the admissions process. Dr. Booker shares how the University of Phoenix team have made concerted efforts to account for non-traditional learning to give students greater opportunity to advance their academic career.

]]> Tue, 13 Feb 2024 05:00:00 -0500 Parchment Parchment 2215 Dr. Marc Booker, Vice Provost of Strategy for the University of Phoenix joins us to discuss how institutions can adopt a culture of credit mobility by incorporating credit-for-prior-learning (CPL) and prior learning assessments (PLA) during the admissions process. Dr. Booker shares how the University of Phoenix team have made concerted efforts to account for non-traditional learning to give students greater opportunity to advance their academic career.

]]> parchment, credentialing, education, higher education, pathways, technology No The Challenges of International Credential Evaluation 1 1 6 6 The Challenges of International Credential Evaluation full 40622fde-9d0c-4054-8e75-735b62b59741 https://share.transistor.fm/s/6b7d4939 Jasmin Saidi-Kuehnert, President & CEO of Academic Credentials Evaluation Institute (ACEI) joins us to discuss the challenges of evaluating credentials from across the globe. We discuss the laborious process for understanding educational systems around the world, the role the credential evaluation community plays, and offer up some solutions to make the international exchange of credentials easier.

]]> Jasmin Saidi-Kuehnert, President & CEO of Academic Credentials Evaluation Institute (ACEI) joins us to discuss the challenges of evaluating credentials from across the globe. We discuss the laborious process for understanding educational systems around the world, the role the credential evaluation community plays, and offer up some solutions to make the international exchange of credentials easier.

]]> Tue, 30 Jan 2024 05:00:00 -0500 Parchment Parchment 1894 Jasmin Saidi-Kuehnert, President & CEO of Academic Credentials Evaluation Institute (ACEI) joins us to discuss the challenges of evaluating credentials from across the globe. We discuss the laborious process for understanding educational systems around the world, the role the credential evaluation community plays, and offer up some solutions to make the international exchange of credentials easier.

]]> parchment, credentialing, education, higher education, pathways, technology No Student Transfer (Part 2) - How to Improve the Transfer Experience for Students 1 1 5 5 Student Transfer (Part 2) - How to Improve the Transfer Experience for Students full f453f125-04f1-429f-a378-291d8113fc3f https://share.transistor.fm/s/85cb2ab6 Heather Adams, Associate Director of Transfer Engagement at The Aspen Institute, joins us to discuss how institutions can improve the experience for transfer students. We discuss how institutions need to shift their understanding of the transfer student from a transaction to a holistic view of a learner's journey, as well as best practices from the Aspen Institute's Transfer Playbook. 

]]> Heather Adams, Associate Director of Transfer Engagement at The Aspen Institute, joins us to discuss how institutions can improve the experience for transfer students. We discuss how institutions need to shift their understanding of the transfer student from a transaction to a holistic view of a learner's journey, as well as best practices from the Aspen Institute's Transfer Playbook. 

]]> Tue, 16 Jan 2024 05:00:00 -0500 Parchment Parchment 1938 Heather Adams, Associate Director of Transfer Engagement at The Aspen Institute, joins us to discuss how institutions can improve the experience for transfer students. We discuss how institutions need to shift their understanding of the transfer student from a transaction to a holistic view of a learner's journey, as well as best practices from the Aspen Institute's Transfer Playbook. 

]]> parchment, credentialing, education, higher education, pathways, technology No Student Transfer (Part 1) - Why Students Transfer and Why It Matters 1 1 4 4 Student Transfer (Part 1) - Why Students Transfer and Why It Matters full ebc7fce7-9c48-4f61-90ad-58d6b693977d https://share.transistor.fm/s/ec36d7fe Heather Adams, Associate Director of Transfer Engagement at The Aspen Institute, joins us to discuss the reasons why students transfer and why it's critical for institutions to think differently about the transfer student experience. We discuss the stigma around transfer students, the institutional bias against transfer students, and the insufficiency of transfer articulation agreements. 

]]> Heather Adams, Associate Director of Transfer Engagement at The Aspen Institute, joins us to discuss the reasons why students transfer and why it's critical for institutions to think differently about the transfer student experience. We discuss the stigma around transfer students, the institutional bias against transfer students, and the insufficiency of transfer articulation agreements. 

]]> Tue, 02 Jan 2024 05:00:00 -0500 Parchment Parchment 1950 Heather Adams, Associate Director of Transfer Engagement at The Aspen Institute, joins us to discuss the reasons why students transfer and why it's critical for institutions to think differently about the transfer student experience. We discuss the stigma around transfer students, the institutional bias against transfer students, and the insufficiency of transfer articulation agreements. 

]]> parchment, credentialing, education, higher education, pathways, technology No Why Quality & Rigor Matter in Dual Enrollment 1 1 3 3 Why Quality & Rigor Matter in Dual Enrollment full 0086f8a2-7aa4-4391-af00-ec6845555adf https://share.transistor.fm/s/482354e4 Amy Williams, Executive Director at the National Alliance of Concurrent Enrollment Partnerships (NACEP), joins us to discuss the importance of quality and rigor in Dual Enrollment. We discuss the importance of standards in advancing equity and access, as well as how school districts can scale up their Dual Enrollment programs. 

]]> Amy Williams, Executive Director at the National Alliance of Concurrent Enrollment Partnerships (NACEP), joins us to discuss the importance of quality and rigor in Dual Enrollment. We discuss the importance of standards in advancing equity and access, as well as how school districts can scale up their Dual Enrollment programs. 

]]> Tue, 12 Dec 2023 05:00:00 -0500 Parchment Parchment 1980 Amy Williams, Executive Director at the National Alliance of Concurrent Enrollment Partnerships (NACEP), joins us to discuss the importance of quality and rigor in Dual Enrollment. We discuss the importance of standards in advancing equity and access, as well as how school districts can scale up their Dual Enrollment programs. 

]]> parchment, credentialing, education, higher education, pathways, technology No How to Advise Students on Dual Enrollment 1 1 2 2 How to Advise Students on Dual Enrollment full 18d2a32d-4637-43e9-93c6-ec4cdef67540 https://share.transistor.fm/s/d6fb6445 Sarah Spradling, College & Career Transition Coordinator at Vandegrift High School, joins us to discuss how you can advise high school students on Dual Enrollment. We discuss how to navigate conversations with students, how to "sell" Dual Enrollment to families, and how to align Dual Enrollment to a student's goals.

]]> Sarah Spradling, College & Career Transition Coordinator at Vandegrift High School, joins us to discuss how you can advise high school students on Dual Enrollment. We discuss how to navigate conversations with students, how to "sell" Dual Enrollment to families, and how to align Dual Enrollment to a student's goals.

]]> Tue, 28 Nov 2023 05:00:00 -0500 Parchment Parchment 1838 Sarah Spradling, College & Career Transition Coordinator at Vandegrift High School, joins us to discuss how you can advise high school students on Dual Enrollment. We discuss how to navigate conversations with students, how to "sell" Dual Enrollment to families, and how to align Dual Enrollment to a student's goals.

]]> parchment, credentialing, education, higher education, pathways, technology No Why You Should Care About Dual Enrollment 1 1 1 1 Why You Should Care About Dual Enrollment full 76ce06bf-44ee-49e0-87bb-442ea2cc3118 https://share.transistor.fm/s/8f7b1b1f Dr. Rebecca De Leon, Associate Vice President for Dual Credit Programs and School District Partnerships at South Texas College, joins us as one of the leading advocates for Dual Enrollment, with a long track record of Dual Enrollment success at South Texas College to increase access and opportunity for learners. We discuss the positive impacts of Dual Enrollment, how to grow your Dual Enrollment program, and how to introduce more effective learner pathways. 

]]> Dr. Rebecca De Leon, Associate Vice President for Dual Credit Programs and School District Partnerships at South Texas College, joins us as one of the leading advocates for Dual Enrollment, with a long track record of Dual Enrollment success at South Texas College to increase access and opportunity for learners. We discuss the positive impacts of Dual Enrollment, how to grow your Dual Enrollment program, and how to introduce more effective learner pathways. 

]]> Tue, 14 Nov 2023 05:00:00 -0500 Parchment Parchment 1614 Dr. Rebecca De Leon, Associate Vice President for Dual Credit Programs and School District Partnerships at South Texas College, joins us as one of the leading advocates for Dual Enrollment, with a long track record of Dual Enrollment success at South Texas College to increase access and opportunity for learners. We discuss the positive impacts of Dual Enrollment, how to grow your Dual Enrollment program, and how to introduce more effective learner pathways. 

]]> parchment, credentialing, education, higher education, pathways, technology No Season 1 Teaser 1 1 Season 1 Teaser trailer faee7946-05fa-4fbb-a91a-99905bd48f32 https://share.transistor.fm/s/ee43350b Why you should be excited for Credentials Unscripted!

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