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New Publication Examines UMBC’s Approach to Microcredential Integration
7 Uses of Microcredentials Across Campus
A new case study by Collin Sullivan and Felipe Filomeno examines how UMBC has integrated microcredentials across academic, co-curricular, and community-engaged learning experiences. From Campus...
Posted: September 3, 2026, 10:05 AM
Fall 2026 Microcredential Review Board (MRB) Review Cycle: Submission Dates and Deadlines
Plan ahead for Fall 2026 microcredential review
The Microcredential Review Board (MRB) will hold five review cycles in Fall 2026. If you are developing a new microcredential proposal or preparing one for review, please plan around the...
Posted: August 24, 2026, 1:07 PM
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...
Posted: 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...
Posted: 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...
Posted: 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...
Posted: 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...
Posted: 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...
Posted: October 14, 2025, 10:45 AM
