from LSU https://www.lsureveille.com/news/lsu-unveils-online-construction-courses-for-new-micro-credentials-program/article_145da29a-fde0-11e9-8617-6be5b4c77fd5.html https://online.lsu.edu/microcreds/#microcreds I don't think I'm ever going to be able to say "MicroCred"
I am not sure why all these schools trying to invent the stupidity. Why's not just a "CERTIFICATE IN XYZ" instead Micro this and Micro that.
Some actually have a more appropriate name it's a MasterTrack certificate. What is a MasterTrack™ Certificate? MasterTrack™ Certificates, are portions of Master’s degree programs that have been split into online modules, so one can earn a high-quality university-issued career credential at a reasonable price in a flexible, interactive format. If one is accepted to the full Master's program, the MasterTrack coursework counts towards the degree. https://www.coursera.org/mastertrack
MicroCred is less than a certificate. "Generally, MicroCreds have fewer courses than certificate programs and are all online. Successful completion of a MicroCred provides a digital badge where a certificate program provides you with a physical certificate. A digital badge can be shared on any digital platform, such as LinkedIn, to showcase your expertise."
can micro-credentials compete with degrees? https://www.bbc.com/worklife/article/20200212-could-micro-credentials-compete-with-traditional-degrees
I think once micro-credentials start competing with mainstream degrees in any noticeable way the same creators of these micro-credentials may kill them or reduce the offerings or raise the cost etc. For the creators, it's an additional stream of revenue, and an opportunity for up-sale, not the other way around so they will find the right formula.
