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What are microcredentials?

A microcredential is a document that proves skills in a specific area, achieved with little effort and based on established standards. Microcredential are usually collected and made available in digital form. Their use is a response to changing learning methods and labor market requirements.

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Between regulation and flexibility. Poland’s path towards microcredentials

Does Poland require legislative regulations for microcredentials? If so, how should they be structured, and who should be responsible for creating them? These were some of the key questions discussed by members of the Microcredentials Advisory Group during their latest meeting. On 6 October 2025, the Advisory Group met in Warsaw for its seventh session, […]
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Noah Geisel przemawiający podczas konferencji Warsaw Microcredentials Summit.

Microcredentials are just the beginning. Noah Geisel on people, community and the future of education

“How you tell your story changes everything. Even your flaws can become strengths if you present them in a different light,” said Noah Geisel in June during the Warsaw Microcredentials Summit, organised by the Educational Research Institute – National Research Institute. Wearing his characteristic bow tie, he arrived with a smile that instantly broke the […]
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How can companies retain talent? Microcredentials might be the answer

Companies are increasingly focusing on identifying and developing talent within their structures. To effectively support the career growth of their employees, leaders must not only recognise their potential but also manage it skilfully. Microcredentials play a key role in this process – they are a tool that helps build career pathways and enables precise documentation […]
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Odznaka+ - dane klasy odznaki Architekt Open Badge poziom podstawowych. Z lewej strony ekranu graficzna reprezentacja odznaki, poniżej przycisk "przyjmij odznakę". Z prawej strony ekranu opis odznaki, kryteria jej otrzymania, tagi oraz ułatwienia dostępności.

Odznaka+ application

Odznaka+ is an application for issuing, collecting, storing and sharing digital badges and equivalent PDF certificates. It allows users to digitally certify different types of skills and achievements. The Odznaka+ App is available through a web browser for all users, and a mobile app for individual users.

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