Edalex Podcast

Send us Fan MailSkills are often invisible - and that’s a global problem. Traditional resumes typically capture only 20% of a person’s talent, leaving hard-won, life-wide skills unrecognised by employers.In this webinar, the panelists and guest speakers move beyond the technical acronyms to hear the most important perspective in the skills ecosystem: The Learner and hear from them sharing about the profound "Aha!" moment of seeing their unseen skills finally verified and portable.In this session, we explored:✅ How the XCredit ecosystem (funded by Walmart) and SkillsAware translate lived experience into verified data.✅Why durable skills, like leadership and adaptability, are the most critical yet least evidenced capabilities in the modern market.✅ The human element: ensuring technology accelerates recognition without sacrificing the learner experience.Speakers:Tara Laughlin, Ed.D. (Education Design Lab) – a leading voice in durable skills and the architect of learner-centered credentialing models.Nishita Chheda (Education Design Lab) – expert in skills-based research and learner advocacy.Margo Griffith (Edalex / SkillsAware) – Principal Skills Consultant focused on solving the wicked problem of skills recognition through auditable evidence.The Learners – hear directly from three professionals about the “Aha!” moment of seeing their unseen skills finally verified and portable.Find out more at: edalex.com/credentialateFollow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/edalexFollow on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjTzWgfUthHonR7Z5LatKGQ

Send us Fan MailIn this wide-ranging conversation, Dan McFadyen (Edalex & SkillsAware) sits down with Ray Fleming (Founder of Stratentia) to explore AI’s impact on education, workforce readiness, and the future of skills recognition.Ray shares his “two-speed” analogy – where AI evolves at lightning pace while education moves more cautiously – and examines the growing tension between institutional change and employer expectations. The discussion unpacks why AI fluency is becoming essential for graduates, why durable human skills like critical thinking and communication matter more than ever, and how AI should serve as a tutor – not a teacher.They also explore the urgent need to rethink credentialing beyond traditional degrees, highlighting the rise of STARs (Skilled Through Alternative Routes) and the shift toward employer-aligned skill validation. For organisations, Ray outlines the three phases of AI productivity – personal, process, and paradigm – emphasising governance, experimentation, and leadership communication as critical enablers.Looking ahead, the message is clear: the winners won’t be those who use AI just for efficiency – but those who use it to drive growth, innovation, and deeper human connection.Find out more at: edalex.com/credentialateFollow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/edalexFollow on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjTzWgfUthHonR7Z5LatKGQ

Send us Fan MailThis is an audio extract from the webinar where Tracey Singh (TAFE Queensland), Wendy Palmer, and Margo Griffith and Dan McFadyen (Edalex) explore how purpose-driven design, industry collaboration, and technology combined to deliver impact at scale through one of the most successful microcredential programs in recent history.With over 83,000 enrollments, TAFE Queensland has achieved an astounding 62% completion rate for its industry-sponsored microcredentials, a figure that far surpasses the industry average.This is more than a story of impressive numbers; it’s a blueprint for creating learning that delivers genuine impact. Learn how a clear purpose, a collaborative industry approach, and strategic use of technology created a framework that not only scales but also fosters significant participation from learners in Pacific nations, a high proportion of whom are women.What we cover:Design for Impact: Discover how to create microcredentials that are valuable enough for industry to sponsor and learners to complete.Achieve Unprecedented Completion Rates: Understand the strategies and incentives that led to a completion rate four times higher than the industry average.Scale with Technology: See a real-world example of how automation can remove administrative barriers and enable massive growth without sacrificing quality.Build Social Equity: Learn how to create inclusive learning pathways that meet the needs of diverse learners and communities.Panelists:Tracey Singh – Director, Product, TAFE QueenslandWendy Palmer – Director, Lifelong Learning PracticeMargo Griffith – Principal Skills Consultant, EdalexDan McFadyen (Moderator) – Managing Director, EdalexLearn More:Read the Use Case here: https://www.edalex.com/credentialate/use-cases/scale-and-sustainability-through-automation-with-tafe-queensland/Find out more at: edalex.com/credentialateFollow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/edalexFollow on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjTzWgfUthHonR7Z5LatKGQ

Send us Fan MailThis is an audio extract from the webinar hosted by Gemma McLean, Regional Director for K–12 at Instructure (APAC), who joined Margo Griffith from Edalex and Darren Ponman of Hunter School of the Performing Arts (HSPA) in a spotlight session – Beyond Grades: HSPA’s Innovative Path to Student Success. Together, they revealed how HSPA leverages Canvas and Edalex’s Learner Dashboard to transform mastery learning and digital credentials, providing students with verified, lifelong records of achievement.What the webinar covers:Discover a proven Canvas use case – see how HSPA has successfully implemented a mastery learning approach within Canvas.Explore the Learner Dashboard – understand how provisional evidence and digital credentials provide a richer, more holistic view of student progress.Empower student ownership – learn how students gain a portable, lifelong record of their achievements, boosting employability and future readiness.Enhance reporting and insights – see how administrators and educators can gain deeper insights into student learning and growth beyond traditional grades.Witness true partnership in action – understand how collaboration and innovation can tailor solutions to meet specific institutional needs.Formal vs informal learningRole of micro-credentials, digital badges, and portfoliosCross-sectoral recognition (HE, VET, workplace)Panelists:Gemma McLean – Regional Director K-12, InstructureDarren Ponman – Deputy Principal, Hunter School of the Performing Arts (HSPA)Margo Griffith – Principal Skills Consultant, EdalexHSPA Students:Zali Edwards – Student, Year 7Clara Zappulla – Student, Year 8Sophia Noronha – Student, Year 9Learn More:Read the Use Case here: https://www.edalex.com/credentialate/use-cases/hspa-use-case/Find out more at: edalex.com/credentialateFollow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/edalexFollow on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjTzWgfUthHonR7Z5LatKGQ

Send us Fan MailThis is an audio extracted from the webinar co-hosted by Edalex, Education Design Lab and Unicon Inc. where the panelists explore how XCredit created an interoperable ecosystem that validates skills and connects learners to careers.What the webinar covered:The “Why” (Human Focus): Understand the Lab’s mission to validate existing skills and empower learners in the talent marketplace. Hear about the challenges faced by individuals whose skills aren’t always recognised by traditional credentials.The “How” (Human Focus): Discover the practical steps taken to establish an ecosystem where learners can take assessments, earn credentials and showcase their verified abilities on platforms like SmartResume.The Technology Behind the Magic (Technical Focus): Learn about the critical role of data interoperability and how Edalex’s Credentialate acts as the central nervous system, connecting various technologies to ensure a smooth learner experience and verifiable skill data.Lessons from the Field (Both Human & Technical): Gain valuable insights into the obstacles overcome, the successes achieved, and the key learnings from building this complex, multi-partner system.Real Learner Stories (Human Focus): Hear how individuals are leveraging the XCredit ecosystem to advance their careers and gain recognition for their diverse skills. Answers to Your Questions: The panel will address questions posed by attendees. You can submit questions ahead of the webinar via email (further details in the confirmation email, sent after registering).Panelists:Tara Laughlin, EdD – Director, Skills Development + Validation, Education Design LabMary Gwozdz – Software Architect, Unicon, Inc.Margo Griffith – Principal Skills Consultant, EdalexDan McFadyen (Moderator) – Managing Director, EdalexRecognised for Innovation:The impactful work of the XCredit project has been recognised as a finalist in the prestigious Learning Impact Awards, awarded by 1EdTech.Read the Press Release here: https://www.edalex.com/news/edl-xcredit-powered-by-credentialate-2025-learning-impact-awards/ Learn More:Read the Use Case here: https://www.edalex.com/credentialate/use-cases/first-stackable-end-to-end-credentialing-integration-for-xcredit/ Find out more at: edalex.com/credentialateFollow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/edalexFollow on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjTzWgfUthHonR7Z5LatKGQ

Send us Fan MailIn this interview, Dan McFadyen and Don Presant, President of Learning Agents discuss open recognition, evolving from digital badges to broader trust systems. Don highlights open recognition’s importance in validating learning, performance, and community involvement. He explains how it encapsulates stories in badges, unlocking opportunities in careers and learning. They delve into how Learning Agents assists organisations in deploying digital credentials, helping to overcome challenges by providing flexible recognition frameworks. The conversation also touches on the difficulty of assessing “durable skills” and the potential of platforms like SkillsAware to assist individuals in articulating their capabilities.00:01:10 - Why Open Recognition Matters in Today’s Learning Landscape00:07:21 - Connecting Evidence of Learning Outcomes to Real-World Value00:12:31 - Learning Agents’ Journey to Creating Trust and Transparency in Open Recognition00:18:14 - Global Collective Efforts in Building Skills Recognition Ecosystems 00:27:10 - Recognition and Reconciliation: Learning from First Nations Perspectives00:33:48 - ePIC in Paris – Shaping the Future of Open Recognition00:40:24 - The Future of Open Recognition: AI Technology, Skills Literacy, and Lifelong LearningCredentials just got personal - Unleash the power of your skills data and personal credentialsCredentialate is the world’s first Credential Evidence Platform that helps discover and share evidence of workplace skills.Find out more at: edalex.com/credentialateFollow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/edalexFollow on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjTzWgfUthHonR7Z5LatKGQFind out more at: edalex.com/credentialateFollow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/edalexFollow on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjTzWgfUthHonR7Z5LatKGQ

Send us Fan MailHeld on 23 April 2025, this webinar explored how a state government, industry, and learners are impacted by the rise of skills and ways in which Community Colleges can respond to the looming skills emergency leveraging technology.Current worker shortage estimates put the skills gap at 1 billion globally and 75 million in the U.S. by 2030. Community Colleges are stepping up to address this skills breach and can do much to respond by leveraging new and existing technology, starting with asking: What do we want to recognize and why? How could we recognize the learning of those with some college / no degree? How do we also capture and recognise human-centred skills (soft, durable skills) valued by employers?In this webinar, the panel addressed the challenges and opportunities currently faced by Community Colleges including impacts on rural Community Colleges, heard a state government, industry and learner perspective on the impact of skills on the education to employment journey, why industry-led curriculum development is and should be on the rise, how AI can help with the administrative burden, and how Community Colleges can leverage their existing systems (such as their LMS and SIS) to unlock skills recognition data to enable scalable solutions.Rounding out the webinar was a showcase of some of the practical guides and technology tools (free and paid models) currently available to assist Community Colleges in achieving skills recognition success.Panelists:Chris Breitmeyer – President of the Rural Community Colleges Network, whose member institutions serve the 89.3 million people who reside in rural AmericaNicole Tucker – Chief Operating Officer at Louisiana State Civil Service, who recently shifted away from requiring degrees to a skill-based hiring modelJames McKenzie – Manager at Heglar Creek Electric & Heglar Creek Plumbing, graduate of College of Southern Idaho (CSI) who also works to co-design skills based learning with his Community College partnerDan McFadyen – Managing Director and Margo Griffith – Principal Skills Consultant from Edalex, a skills technology company at the cutting edge of skills recognition data softwareFind out more at: edalex.com/credentialateFollow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/edalexFollow on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjTzWgfUthHonR7Z5LatKGQ

Send us Fan MailIn this interview, Dan McFadyen, Managing Director of Edalex, and Bill Hughes, President and CEO of Education Design Lab explore the Lab’s work to create a more inclusive and adaptable learning ecosystem. The Lab focuses on “New Majority Learners” (or STARs) who are underserved by traditional education pathways. Their XCredit project validates skills acquired through alternative routes, making them recognisable and transferable. The discussion also covers the complexities of standardising skill recognition and the transformative potential of educational technology. Education Design Lab envisions a future where community colleges become “talent partners” for industry, fostering lifelong skilling opportunities, and ensuring that edutech supports all learners, particularly the New Majority.02:30 - Education Design Lab Breaking Traditional Barriers for New Majority Learner10:13 - Recognising Skills Beyond Degrees: How XCredit Project Empowers New Majority Learners20:42 - How Standards and Skill Validation Elevate the Learner-Earner Journey34:11 - Funding and AI Technology – the Lab’s Transformative Forces For Shaping the Future of Education46:15 - The Lab’s 5-Year Vision to Transform Community Colleges into Talent Partners for IndustryFind out more at: edalex.com/credentialateFollow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/edalexFollow on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjTzWgfUthHonR7Z5LatKGQ

Send us Fan MailIn this interview, Dan McFadyen, Managing Director of Edalex, and Julian Ridden, Head of Growth for Australia at Quizizz delve into the role of AI in education. They discuss the potential benefits and risks of AI, emphasising the need for thoughtful integration in educational settings. They also highlight the importance of understanding the risks associated with AI, such as bias and data security. The conversation emphasises the need for caution in AI adoption and the importance of using AI to solve genuine problems in education. Overall, they express optimism about the future of AI, and its ability to enhance human experiences and education, while also acknowledging the need for proactive measures to adapt to technological advancements.3:18 - Unpacking the Potential of AI in Education and Keeping Up with Rapid Advancements11:47 - Balancing Mitigated Risk and Reward in Gen AI Integration Strategies22:17 - Navigating Hidden Risks from Gen AI and its Adoption in Education Settings30:53 - Harnessing the Power of AI - Overcoming Challenges and Opportunities for Educators43:46 - How to Ride the AI Wave - Crafting EdTech Solutions That Solve Real Problems49:28 - AI's Revolutionary Impact on Education and Society in the FutureFind out more at: edalex.com/credentialateFollow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/edalexFollow on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjTzWgfUthHonR7Z5LatKGQ

Send us Fan MailIn this interview, Dan McFadyen, Managing Director of Edalex engages with Taylor Kendal, President of Learning Economy Foundation to explore LEF’s initiatives, including LearnCard and the LearnCloud, aiming to revolutionise education and employment record infrastructure through open-source, interoperable systems a.k.a Digital Skill Wallet. Their conversation anticipates a future where individuals have greater control over their learning and employment agenda, fostering socio-economy mobility rebalancing and lifelong learning opportunities, while the LEF’s vision extends to stewarding this infrastructure’s widespread adoption and impact over the next five years and beyond.1:33 – Learning Economy Foundation’s Innovative Path and its LearnCard’s Impacts7:27 – Transforming Scouts Recognition through the LearnCard’s Digital Wallet Technology17:44 – Unlocking Education and Employment Opportunities with Digital Wallets and Strategic Partnerships21:53 – Navigating the Applicability and Impacts of LEF’s Open Digital Wallet Tool – LearnCard27:55 – Bridging Data Silos through Interoperability – LEF’s Vision for their LearnCloud Initiative34:11 – LEF’s Vision in Connecting Learning to Work towards the Skills-based EconomyFind out more at: edalex.com/credentialateFollow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/edalexFollow on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjTzWgfUthHonR7Z5LatKGQ

Send us Fan MailIn this interview, Dan McFadyen, Managing Director of Edalex and Kate Valenti, Co-Chief Executive Officer at Unicon Inc. explore the evolving education landscape as they delve into key aspects of Competency-Based Education (CBE), the integration of General Artificial Intelligence (GenAI), and the redefinition of qualifications beyond traditional degrees. The conversation is divided into 6 thought-provoking chapters, each shedding light on different aspects of their covered topics:01:13 – Exploring the Landscape of Competency-Based Education: Insights from a Leading EdTech11:39 – Strategies for Competency-based Education Adoption: Current Infrastructure vs Customised Solutions15:23 – Embracing the Artificial Intelligence Wave: a Perspective on Integrating GenAI in Educational Institutions22:21 – Skills-Focused and Beyond Degrees: Rethinking Higher Ed in the Face of Declining Enrolment31:26 – Innovative Projects with Strategic Partners to Reshape the Future of Education in HE and K-1235:09 – Building and Sustaining a Successful Culture for a Remote-First WorkforceCredentials just got personal - Unleash the power of your skills data and personal credentialsCredentialate is the world’s first Credential Evidence Platform that helps discover and share evidence of workplace skills.Find out more at: edalex.com/credentialateFollow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/edalexFollow on Twitter: https://twitter.com/edalexsolutionsFind out more at: edalex.com/credentialateFollow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/edalexFollow on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjTzWgfUthHonR7Z5LatKGQ

Send us Fan MailIn this podcast episode, Dan McFadyen, Managing Director at Edalex speaks with Will Stubley, Co-CEO/Co-Founder of Year13, where they delve into the critical issues surrounding education and employment for your people in Australia and across the globe. The conversation is divided into 7 thought-provoking chapters, each shedding light on different aspects of the educational landscape.0:00 - Introduction1:05 - Year13’s Mission - Transforming School-to-Work Transition for Young Australians5:55 - Exploring Post-School Pathways and Opportunities for Youth8:58 - Skills and Qualifications to Work Hand-in-Hand to Address Skills Gaps13:16 - Empowering Learners, Nurturing Skills Recognition and Educational Equity19:18 - Research Insights - Challenges and Opportunities in Education Decision-Making25:06 - How US and Australian Systems Can Thrive Through Collaboration and Partnership30:24 - Year13 Roadmap - Revolutionising Post-School Transitions Through AlignmentFind out more at: edalex.com/credentialateFollow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/edalexFollow on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjTzWgfUthHonR7Z5LatKGQ

Send us Fan MailDan McFadyen, Managing Director at Edalex speaks with Dr. Charla Long, President of the Competency-Based Education Network (C-BEN) where they cover various aspects of competency-based education (CBE) and its future impact. Overall, the interview provides insights into the revolutionary nature of CBE and its potential to revolutionise learning for lifelong success.0:00 - Introduction5:11 - The Formation of Competency-Based Education Network (C-BEN): Missions, Values, and Goals11:53 - Redefine Learning Outcome Metrics: The Shift from Time-Based to Competency-Based Education16:42 - A Global Shift towards Competency-Based Education: Unleashing the Potential of Skills and Competencies25:52- Building a Common Language for Skills: Unlocking Learning Exchange and Global Collaboration30:52 - Empowering Learners Through Personalised Learning Pathways and Asset-Based Approach to Education38:06 - C-BEN Vision for the Future of Competency-Based Education as a Nexus of Lifelong LearningFind out more at: edalex.com/credentialateFollow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/edalexFollow on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjTzWgfUthHonR7Z5LatKGQ

Send us Fan MailDan McFadyen, Managing Director at Edalex speaks with Ryan O'Hare, CEO and Founder of Keypath Education (Australia and Asia-Pacific) where they discuss how to get ahead in Higher Education by challenging assumptions, focusing on digital strategies, embracing skills-based learning, catering to lifelong learners (the new majority) and being learner-centric.Their topics of discussion include:1:37 - Keypath Education’s journey so far and the drivers of their rapid growth - internal (e.g. market knowledge, partnerships) and external (e.g. rise of technology, COVID)6:00 - What higher education is already doing well and why digital strategy, systems interoperability, integrated data and lifelong learning should be the focus in 202316:37 - Learners have already shifted from traditional qualifications to skills-based learning - and the majority are lifelong learners / earners, not young adults26:21 - To remain relevant, higher education needs to challenge long-held assumptions around who learners are, cohort segments, learning preferences, and industry alignment30:07 - A top-down people-centric culture - with an intentional focus on diversity, equity and inclusion - underpins Keypath Education’s success36:42- Why you should stop doing pilots and start committing instead - going all in can mean the difference between success and failure39:28 - Higher education changes in the foreseeable future - A learner-centric visionFind out more at: edalex.com/credentialateFollow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/edalexFollow on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjTzWgfUthHonR7Z5LatKGQ

Send us Fan MailIn this conversation-style interview, Dan McFadyen and Lyndon Blanchard, Chief Operating Officer of the Digital Skills Organisation (DSO), discuss the demand for digital skills supply at both national and global levels and how the DSO is working to enable digital upskilling and reskilling and create a job-ready workforce.Note: This discussion was first published about a year ago as a way of looking back at how far we've come in this fast-moving sector.Their topics of discussion include:0:35 - The DSO and its Mission to Support a Successful Economy Through Digital Skills4:24 - The Impacts of Digital Revolution and Its Significant Role in Learning, Upskilling or Reskilling11:22 - Addressing the Digital Skills Gap With the Cremorne Project18:21 - How Can Learners/Employees Maximise the ROI from their Education?24:18 - Personalised Evidence and its Importance to Learner’s Employability in the Digital Era30:30 - The DSO’s Vision of Digital Skilling in the Near FutureFind out more at: edalex.com/credentialateFollow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/edalexFollow on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjTzWgfUthHonR7Z5LatKGQ

Send us Fan MailIn this conversation-style interview, Dan McFadyen and Nicholas Robert, Co-Founder and CEO of Learning Vault, explore how standards and interoperability are enabling credential curation, dynamic credentials and learner agency.Their topics of discussion include:01:00 - Learning Vault’s Journey and Mission03:40 - The Digital Credential and Digital Badging Landscape and Drivers of Future Growth08:17 - How Wider Awareness of Digital Credentials and Adhering to Standards is Supporting Learner Agency12:39 - The Critical Elements of Truly Portable, Internationally Verifiable Credentials17:13 - How Lifelong Skills Recognition and Credential Curation is Becoming the New Hiring Signal23:58 - How Different Sectors and Organisations Credential the Soft and Domain Specific Skills Mix28:38 - How QVault Maximised Interoperability and Enabled Dynamic Digital Credential Creation34:04 - Upcoming Projects - Making Skills Accessible and Meaningful to Empower Learners on a Global ScaleFind out more at: edalex.com/credentialateFollow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/edalexFollow on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjTzWgfUthHonR7Z5LatKGQ

Send us Fan MailIn this conversation style interview, Margo Griffith and Professor Mark Brown, Director of the National Institute for Digital Learning at Dublin City University have a wide-ranging discussion on the European approach to micro-credentials. Their discussion explores the mindset that education is a 'public good' in Europe, how micro-credentials support lifelong learning in that setting and his experiences in helping to establish a whole-of-Europe framework.Note: This discussion was first published about a year ago as a way of looking back at how far we've come in this fast-moving sector.Their topics of discussion include: 1:07 - Summary of the European approach and definition of micro-credentials7:38 - Building the European micro-credential roadmap - current and future  12:32 - The drivers of micro-credential development in European countries16:28 - Considerations when co-creating micro-credentials with industry partners22:07 - Real-world example of micro-credential co-creation with industry24:30 - Storage, verification and portability of micro-credentials and digital credentials30:29 - The impact of true innovation disrupting the traditional learning eco-system36:38 - Having an ethos of 'education as a public good' fosters diversity and transformationVisit Edalex.com to  read the full transcript and more resources.Find out more at: edalex.com/credentialateFollow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/edalexFollow on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjTzWgfUthHonR7Z5LatKGQ

Send us Fan MailIn this conversation style interview, Margo Griffith and Dr. Naomi Boyer, Executive Director, Digital Transformation at Education Design Lab, explore how we can all use vision, collaboration, and technology enablement to tackle wicked challenges in the skills ecosystem.Their topics of discussion include:1:57 - How the Lab is Tackling Wicked 21st Century Skills Challenges5:39 - Skills and Competency Visibility and Learner Equity for the New Majority8:34 - Co-design and Collaboration Projects at the Lab Supporting Learners to Earners14:40 - Verifying and Validating a Learner's Life and Working Experiences With 'XCredit'17:33 - How Others Can Leverage the Lab's Resources and Build on Their Activities21:55 - Technology Enabled Human Effort - Underpinning Skills Ecosystem DataVisit Edalex.com to read the full transcript and more resources.Find out more at: edalex.com/credentialateFollow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/edalexFollow on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjTzWgfUthHonR7Z5LatKGQ

Send us Fan MailIn this conversation style interview, Margo Griffith and Jeffrey Lehrer, National RTO Compliance Manager from Scouts Australia, discuss the challenges and opportunities around aligning non-formal learning to formal learning pathways for both their youth members and adult volunteers. They also discuss what youth organisations globally are doing to help participants gain recognition of transferable skills learnt through their programs, to be used as credits towards getting into the course they want or when looking for work.Their topics of discussion include:0:50 - Informal, Non-formal and Formal Learning Within Scouts Australia6:55 - Evidence of Learning and the Complexity of Mapping and Alignment10:02 - Building Tools for the Learner to Articulate Their Skills and Competencies12:10 - The Rio Declaration on Non-Formal Learning From Global Youth Organisations15:53 - Recognition of Learning Involves a Translation Piece - the Scouts Australia Example20:38 - Key Solutions for Recognition of Non-formal to Formal Learning Pathways25:19 - The Role of Policymakers in Recognising Non-formal Education Across All Sectors34:38 - Next Steps in Creating Non-formal to Formal PathwaysVisit Edalex.com to  read the full transcript and more resources.Find out more at: edalex.com/credentialateFollow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/edalexFollow on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjTzWgfUthHonR7Z5LatKGQ

Send us Fan MailIn this conversation style interview, Margo Griffith and Doris Zahner, PhD from the Council for Aid to Education (CAE) discuss authentic assessment of essential skills for career success, such as critical thinking, problem-solving and written communication. Zahner discusses how authentic assessment accurately measures critical skills, the evidence of authentic assessments that is provided to educators and learners and how different institutions use attainment of critical skills data.Their topics of discussion include:1:33 - Assessing in-demand critical skills and connecting learners to hiring managers 3:09 - How authentic assessment effectively and accurately measures critical skills5:55 - Standardised authentic assessments vs customised assessments7:01 - What evidence of authentic assessments is provided to educators and learners?8:55 - How do institutions use attainment of critical skills data?10:33 - How does personalised evidence support CAE's authentic assessments?14:13 - How a broad range of institutions use authentic assessmentsVisit Edalex.com to  read the full transcript and more resources.Find out more at: edalex.com/credentialateFollow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/edalexFollow on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjTzWgfUthHonR7Z5LatKGQ

Send us Fan MailIn this conversation style interview, Dan McFadyen and Martin Bean, Founder and CEO of the Bean Centre, explore a how education, industry, society and technology are converging to embrace and empower alternative credentials.Their topics of discussion include:1:40  - The Intersection of Factors Making Lifelong Learning an Imperative4:49  - The Importance of Aligning Multi-Sector Initiatives to Maximise the Power of Alternative Credentials10:28 - How Rich Skills Descriptors are Providing the Common Language Needed in the New Global Economy15:04  - Strengthening Cross-Sector Connections to Enable Integrated and Flexible Learning Pathways19:47 - How Highly Mobile Digital Badges are Delivering Rich Verification and Evidence of Skills21:35 - Blending Real-World Experiences Into Traditional Education and the Impact on Graduate Employability28:28 - Australia’s Position in the Global Knowledge Economy and the Vision of The Bean CentreVisit Edalex.com to  read the full transcript and more resources.Find out more at: edalex.com/credentialateFollow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/edalexFollow on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjTzWgfUthHonR7Z5LatKGQ

Send us Fan MailIn this conversation style interview, Margo Griffith and Emeritus Professor Beverley Oliver discussed Oliver's research, thoughts and insights on rethinking employability after the release of her Whitepaper in late 2020. She also provides further context around her recommendation that education providers focus on 3 factors that signal employability to their learners.Please note: this conversion was first published about a year ago as a way of looking back at how  fast we've come in this fast moving sector.Their topics of discussion include:0:46 - Defining Employability in Today's World2:46 - An Untested Factor - Signalling Employability to Learners6:15 - The Factors That Signal Employability7:14 - How Education Providers Can Increase Their Employability Signals9:20 - Understanding the Intersection of Skills, Learning Pathways and Employability11:25 - Examples of How Learners Can Utilise Transferable Skills13:34 - Increasing Employability - 3 Key Factors for Education Providers to Focus On14:19 - Key Factor 1 - Defining and Measuring Employability17:16 - Key Factor 2 - Enhance Employability Signals18:15  -Key Factor 3 - Update Curriculum to Include an Employability LensVisit Edalex.com to  read the full transcript and more resources.Find out more at: edalex.com/credentialateFollow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/edalexFollow on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjTzWgfUthHonR7Z5LatKGQ

Send us Fan MailIn this Edalex Podcast episode, Dan McFadyen and Mark Keough, Chief Executive Officer of Intrinsic Learning, discuss a fresh take on ethical and machine learning imperatives to create truly learner-centric micro-credentials.Their topics of discussion include:1:38 - Micro-Credentials in the Vocational Sector and the Relevancy of Existing Education and Jobs Descriptions7:05 - The Importance of Helping Learners From all Education Backgrounds Identify and Talk to Their Skills11:35 - Recognition of Prior Learning and Tracking the Capability Progression of Lifelong Learners17:40 - Exploring Rich Skills Descriptors and Machine Learning Through OSN Skill Collaboratives21:20 - The Ethical Framework Imperative When Using Machine-Readable Skills Data30:27 - Intrinsic Learning’s Current and Future Projects and Global Efforts in Support of the Future of WorkVisit Edalex.com to  read the full transcript and more resources.Find out more at: edalex.com/credentialateFollow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/edalexFollow on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjTzWgfUthHonR7Z5LatKGQ