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- Micro-credentials (MCs) and digital badges (DBs) are gaining traction as alternative credentials that enhance traditional degrees by offering personalized learning experiences and practical skills.
- *These credentials can support a student-centered approach to education, but there are challenges in the health professions, particularly in pharmacy education, that hinder their widespread adoption.
- *An integrative review of existing literature highlights the benefits, challenges, and potential future applications of MCs and DBs specifically in Doctor of Pharmacy degree programs.
Article Abstract
Micro-credentials (MCs) and digital badges (DBs) have gained popularity in recent years as a means to supplement traditional degrees and certifications. MCs and DBs can play a significant role in supporting student-centered learning by offering personalized and flexible learning pathways, emphasizing real-world relevance and practical skills, and fostering a culture of continuous learning and growth. However, barriers currently exist within health professions education, including pharmacy education, that could limit the full adoption and implementation of MCs and DBs. Research on the use of MCs and DBs in Doctor of Pharmacy degree programs is sparse. In this integrative review, literature on the use of MCs and DBs in health professions education is reviewed, and perspectives on the benefits, issues, and potential future uses within Doctor of Pharmacy degree programs are presented.
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