Alternative credentials – such as digital badges, micro-credentials and professional/industry certificates – are increasing in popularity and recognition.
Category: tertiary education
Learning for careers: The career pathways movement in the United States
by Nancy Hoffman, Senior Advisor, Jobs for the Future Bob Schwartz, Senior Research Fellow, Harvard Graduate School of Education Over … More
What the expansion of higher education means for graduates in the labour market
by Markus Schwabe Statistician, Directorate for Education and Skills A university degree has always been considered as key to a … More
Who really bears the cost of education?
by Marie-Hélène Doumet Senior Analyst, Directorate for Education and Skills It can be difficult to get your head around … More
Is the growth of international student mobility coming to a halt?
by Dirk Van Damme Head of the Skills Beyond School Division, Directorate for Education and Skills Higher education is one of … More
Which careers do students go for?
by Marie-Helene DoumetSenior Analyst, Directorate for Education and Skills Career decisions are wrought in complexities. Many students start by looking … More