Reference
Kipping, G., Gau, M., & vom Brocke, J. (2024). Towards a Reference Model for Designing Micro-Credentials in Higher Education. Paper presented at the 45th International Conference on Information Systems, Bangkok, Thailand. (VHB_3: A)
Publication type
Paper in Conference Proceedings
Abstract
As the presence of micro-credentials in higher educational settings continues to grow, the design of micro-credentials has emerged as a critical endeavor. This short paper contributes to the growing discourse by proposing a reference model for designing micro-credentials tailored to the needs of higher education learners and institutions. Drawing on insights from diverse fields such as information systems, higher education, and vocational education and training, our model seeks to provide a framework encompassing the sociotechnical nature of the information systems discipline and facilitate the analysis, design, and communication of micro-credentials by higher education organizations. Following the design science research (DSR) paradigm, we deliver an initial set of design requirements and a reference model that delineates key elements crucial for information systems practitioners involved in designing micro-credentials. We advocate a holistic approach to explore the factors driving the successful adoption, use, and management of micro-credentials and outline the next research steps.
Research
- Broadening the Recognition Ecosystem in VET with Micro-Credentials
- ERASMUS, October 2022 until March 2025
This project aims to facilitate the use of the three recent EU developments in the skills recogni-tion and accreditation systems, namely: i) micro-credentials (and specifically open accreditation ... more ...
Persons
Organizational Units
- Institute of Information Systems
- Hilti Chair of Business Process Management
- Information Systems & Business Process Management