How It Works

Digital Promise has designed a framework to guide the development of each micro-credential. This framework ensures that each micro-credential:

• Focuses on a single competency
• Has a key method that is backed by research
• Requires the submission of evidence
• Includes a rubric or scoring guide

Earning a Micro-credential

Once educators have selected micro-credentials they wish to earn, they develop the required evidence and submit it through the online platform. View sample micro-credentials here. Each micro-credential requires evidence such as:

• A project or lesson plan, including evaluation guides or scoring rubrics
• Student work samples
• Text, audio, or video of a classroom interaction
• Text, audio, or video of a teacher reflecting on the challenges faced and lessons learned while planning and teaching
• Text, audio, or video of a student reflecting on their learning
• Classroom observation results

To power our micro-credential system, Digital Promise has developed a platform that creates a seamless browsing experience for educators who are seeking competency-based recognition. Educators can begin exploring and applying for micro-credentials on the Digital Promise Platform.