“Microcredentials for Basic Skills Teachers”
EBSN PDS is featured on the international conference on Microcredentials in Bratislava: “Microcredentials: Towards Flexible Learning Pathways”
On December 5, 2023, the EBSN PDS was featured at the international conference on microcredentials, “Microcredentials: Towards Flexible Learning Pathways,” held in Bratislava, Slovakia. This prestigious event brought together policymakers, educators, and experts in adult education to explore the role of microcredentials in creating flexible, accessible learning pathways for professionals and educators alike.
The PDS was showcased as a pioneering initiative in the field of microcredentials for adult educators, particularly those focused on teaching basic skills. With its tailored MOOCs, PDS provides educators with the opportunity to upskill and reskill in a flexible, self-paced manner, earning microcredentials that validate their learning achievements. This approach aligns perfectly with the goals of the Bratislava conference, which emphasized the importance of lifelong learning and the role of microcredentials in supporting career development and professional recognition.
During the conference, participants discussed the potential of microcredentials to bridge skills gaps and make education more inclusive, particularly for those who may not have access to traditional educational opportunities. The PDS was highlighted as an exemplary model of how microcredentials can be integrated into professional development systems, offering adult educators a clear pathway to acquiring new skills and competencies that are both relevant and recognized across Europe.
This event reinforced the importance of microcredentials in the evolving landscape of adult education. The insights gained from the conference will be instrumental in shaping the future development of PDS, particularly in terms of expanding its microcredential offerings to cover more diverse areas of professional development for adult educators.
