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From Authentic Learning to Competency Recognition: The Designing Microcredentials Online Course Is Here

How to turn your learning experience into a microcredential

During Winter 2026, we held a Microcredential Mapping bootcamp for faculty and the Designing Learning & Microcredentials Beyond the Classroom series for staff. We received strong interest in...

July 27, 2026 · 8:05 AM

Embed a Microcredential Visual on Your Sites@UMBC Page

A quick tip for showcasing what your office offers

If your office, department, or unit offers a microcredential, there's a simple way to feature it directly on your Sites@UMBC page — no web development experience needed. Embed any...

May 27, 2026 · 12:44 PM

UMBC Transitions Digital Badges to Accredible

New platform enhances analytics, sharing, and value

UMBC is transitioning its digital credentialing platform from Parchment Digital Badges (formerly Canvas Credentials/Badgr) to Accredible. This move supports continued growth in microcredentials...

April 20, 2026 · 11:56 AM

Designing Learning & Microcredentials Beyond the Classroom

Applications Now Open – Due Monday, March 2 at Noon

UMBC students develop powerful, career-relevant skills across campus — through leadership roles, civic engagement, student employment, involvement programs, community partnerships, and other...

February 16, 2026 · 1:45 PM

Designing Learning & Microcredentials Beyond the Classroom: Kick-Off & Info Session

Turning Campus Experience Into Recognized Skills

UMBC learners gain invaluable skills and competencies in diverse spaces across campus through leadership roles, civic and community engagement, student employment, involvement and engagement...

February 2, 2026 · 9:55 AM

Canvas Credentials is Becoming Parchment Digital Badges

On 10/31, Canvas Credentials completes its rebrand

Since March 2021, UMBC has issued digital credentials through Canvas Credentials, a platform that allows learners to earn and share verified badges recognizing their achievements. Following...

October 14, 2025 · 10:45 AM

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