A safe, attractive and detailed format
Skill validation is essential to the success of your organization or educational institution. Digital Badges represent an innovative solution that is redefining the way we recognize and certify achievements and competencies.
What are Digital Badges?
Digital Badges are visual representations of achievements, skills or competencies acquired by individuals. These badges are more than just graphics; They are tangible and verifiable evidence of knowledge and experience. They are also provided with detailed information (metadata) that allows a better understanding of the achievement achieved.
They are customizable
In this type of digital credentials it is possible to capture the identity of the organization in an attractive way, which ends up generating positive brand awareness.
Why use Digital Badges?
Skills Validation
They provide a transparent and verifiable way to validate individuals' skills and achievements. By awarding a Digital Badge, the organization unequivocally certifies that the recipient has achieved a specific level of proficiency or has achieved certain milestones.
learning and development
They serve as a constant source of motivation for students or members of the organization. By offering visual and tangible incentives, you promote self-improvement and encourage the desire to constantly learn and improve.
Significant recognition
Recognizing achievements and contributions is essential for individual commitment and satisfaction. Digital Badges provide an effective means to publicly recognize and reward effort and success, enhancing a sense of belonging.
Differentiation and retention
Students recognized with Digital Badges can more easily demonstrate the skills they have acquired, which improves their chances in a selection process. In a company, employees will feel valued and therefore retention will improve.
In figures
The impact of Digital Badges based on costs, positioning, reputation and motivation is much more beneficial than that of traditional certifications.
20%
Increase in the completion rate of courses and training processes.
70%
Reducing expenses by moving from paper to digital format.
300%
Increased digital presence thanks to shared badges.
They are easy to share
People who earn a Digital Badge can share it in a single click on professional networks such as LinkedIn. This allows them to showcase their achievements in a friendly format while the issuing organization improves its positioning.
What information do they contain?
- Issuing entity: The organization, institution or company that grants the credentials.
- Obtaining criteria: The specific requirements that an individual must meet to receive the credentials.
- Date of issue: The date the credentials were granted.
- Credential description: A brief description of what the credentials represent and the demonstrated skills.
- Link to evidence: Links or references to evidence that supports the achievement represented.
- Quality standards: The standards that guarantee the legitimacy and validity of credentials.
Resources to understand Badges
eBooks about Digital Badges
Definitive Glossary of Digital Credentials
Jump into the future of recognition with Digital Badges
How to make digital badges your most impactful marketing tool
The benefits of digital badges and their cases more common
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FAQs
What are Digital Badges?
They are visual representations of achievements, skills or competencies obtained by individuals in online environments. These badges are used to transparently recognize and validate a person's achievements and abilities.
How are they awarded?
They are usually awarded by organizations, educational institutions or online communities through specialized platforms. To earn a Digital Badge, an individual must meet certain specific criteria or achievements.
Why are they important?
Because they offer transparent validation of skills and achievements, foster motivation, recognize efforts and allow people to differentiate themselves in the labor or educational market.
Where can they be displayed or shared?
They can be displayed on online profiles, resumes, personal websites, and professional profiles on platforms such as LinkedIn. They can also be shared on social networks and in emails to highlight achievements.
Are they used in the workplace?
Yes, many companies use Digital Badges to evaluate candidate skills and recognize employees for their professional development and achievements on the job.
Are they recognized internationally?
Yes, Digital Badges are recognized internationally. These badges follow open standards that allow interoperability and verification of their authenticity worldwide.
What types of organizations use them?
They are used by educational institutions, businesses, nonprofit organizations, and online communities to recognize academic achievements, professional skills, community contributions, and more.
Can Digital Badges be counterfeited?
Digital Badges are designed to be secure and verifiable. They are based on blockchain technology or other secure systems that make them difficult to counterfeit.
How do they benefit educational institutions?
Digital Badges can increase student motivation, improve online course completion, facilitate competency assessment, and increase graduate employability.
Are they used in the work/corporate environment?
Yes, many companies use Digital Badges to evaluate candidate skills and recognize employees for their professional development and achievements on the job.
How can I create Digital Badges?
You can open today free accountis and certify up to 25 students/collaborators. If you need more Digital Badges see our plans.