Transforming Credentialing: Partnerships and Innovations

This chapter explores the strategic partnerships and acquisitions by a leading credentialing platform, particularly emphasizing its purchase of Badger and Parchment. It discusses the development of comprehensive learner records and the shift towards skill-based assessments, highlighting the role of blockchain technology and the impacts of COVID-19 on educational credentialing. The chapter also delves into the challenges of differentiating credentials and advocates for a more equitable approach to measuring individual skills in education and the workplace.