Microcredentials, stackable credentials, certification, and badging are just a few of the names for alternative training and credits that focus on providing needed skills to students and workers. As our system continues to evolve the understanding of the importance of these types of programs in both the workforce and academic sectors, there is an opportunity for the Cooperative Extension Service (CES) to leverage their connections with communities and the Land-Grant University System. With a...

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Are today's high school graduates the "Microcredential Generation"? This article explores why many are pursuing this pathway to a career over more traditional post secondary education. Associated image is from Inside Higher Education and taken from the article website.