Digital badges and micro-credentials - innovative tools in the digitalisation of vocational education

- Гуржій, А.М. (orcid.org/0000-0002-2797-5831), Пригодій, Микола Анатолійович (orcid.org/0000-0001-5351-0002) and Зайчук, В.О. (orcid.org/0000-0002-3132-2470) (2025) Digital badges and micro-credentials - innovative tools in the digitalisation of vocational education Сучасні інформаційні технології та інноваційні методики навчання в підготовці фахівців: методологія, теорія, досвід, проблеми (77). pp. 29-39. ISSN 2412-1142

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Abstract

The article explores the potential of digital badges and micro-credentials as innovative tools for the digitalisation of vocational education. It analyses the European and Ukrainian contexts for the implementation of these mechanisms, in particular the regulatory and legal documents of the EU (EU Council Recommendation on Micro-Credentials) and Ukraine (Concept for the Development of Digital Competences), as well as international initiatives (UNESCO, OECD, Europass, 1EdTech, Credential Engine). The content of the concepts of “digital badge” and “micro-credentials” is revealed, as well as their interconnection and differences, and their role in confirming the results of formal, non-formal and informal learning. The theoretical foundations are presented: connectivism, recognition of non-formal learning, micro learning, personalisation of educational pathways, and practical examples of the use of digital tools in different countries are outlined. The key advantages of micro-credentials have been identified: flexibility of educational trajectories, transparency of assessment, mobility in the labour market, and support for inclusiveness. At the same time, the risks have been identified - the lack of uniform standards, uneven content, fragmentation of digital infrastructure, and limited awareness among participants in the process. The feasibility of creating a state system of micro-credentials with unified digital badge formats, integrated with the National Qualifications Framework and European platforms, has been substantiated. This will ensure a gradual transition from short-term results to comprehensive qualifications. It is emphasised that the implementation of such a system requires cross-sectoral cooperation between government agencies, educational institutions, employers and IT companies, as well as the active involvement of students in shaping their own educational trajectories. The results of the study confirm that the introduction of micro-credentials will contribute to the modernisation of vocational education, increase its adaptability to changes in the labour market and foster a culture of lifelong learning.

Item Type:	Article
Keywords:	digital badges; micro-credentials; vocational education; digitalisation; non-formal learning
Subjects:	Science and knowledge. Organization. Computer science. Information. Documentation. Librarianship. Institutions. Publications > 00 Prolegomena. Fundamentals of knowledge and culture. Propaedeutics > 004 Computer science and technology. Computing. Data processing > 004.7 Computer communication. Computer networks > 004.73 Networks according to area covered > 004.738 Network interconnection. Internetworking Science and knowledge. Organization. Computer science. Information. Documentation. Librarianship. Institutions. Publications > 00 Prolegomena. Fundamentals of knowledge and culture. Propaedeutics > 004 Computer science and technology. Computing. Data processing > 004.9 Application-oriented computer-based techniques Science and knowledge. Organization. Computer science. Information. Documentation. Librarianship. Institutions. Publications > 3 Social Sciences > 37 Education > 37.01/.09 Special auxiliary table for theory, principles, methods and organization of education Science and knowledge. Organization. Computer science. Information. Documentation. Librarianship. Institutions. Publications > 3 Social Sciences > 37 Education > 377 Specialized instruction. Vocational, technical, professional training. Vocational colleges, institutes. Polytechnics
Divisions:	Institute of Vocational Education > Department of Digital Educational Resources
Depositing User:	Микола Анатолійович Пригодій
Date Deposited:	28 Nov 2025 11:45
Last Modified:	28 Nov 2025 11:45
URI:	https://lib.iitta.gov.ua/id/eprint/747495

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