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From Micro to Mighty: Revolutionizing Professional Growth with Digital Badges in Higher Education
Tuesday July 22, 2025 3:15pm - 3:45pm MDT
CASE E422
The University of South Carolina is leading the charge in transforming professional growth through innovative digital badges and micro-credentials. This session will showcase how USC is leveraging these tools to create personalized, flexible, and impactful learning opportunities for educators and professionals. Participants will learn how micro-credentials validate specific skills, support career advancement, and promote lifelong learning within and beyond the USC community. The presentation will explore real-world success stories, gain insights into the design and implementation of USC’s badge systems with our platform provider, Get Efficient, and discover actionable strategies to enhance professional learning initiatives. Join us to see how USC is paving the way for a future where every achievement—big or small—is recognized and celebrated.
Speakers
avatar for Renee Anderson

Renee Anderson

Credentialing Client Liaison, CertBank by Get Efficient
Renee Anderson is the Credentialing Client Liaison for Get Efficient, effectively managing relationships and workflow with customers and clients. With a diverse background in healthcare and education, Renee brings a unique perspective to projects. Renee holds a Green Belt in Lean... Read More →
avatar for Dr. Cindy Van Buren

Dr. Cindy Van Buren

Assistant Dean for Professional Partnerships, CarolinaCrED, University of South Carolina
Cindy Van Buren has been a SC educator since 1988. She has previously served as the Deputy Superintendent for the Division of School Effectiveness for the South Carolina Department of Education, the Chair of the Department of Education at Newberry College, the Director of Teacher... Read More →
avatar for Elizabeth Scarbrough

Elizabeth Scarbrough

Director of Personalized Professional Learning, CarolinaCrED, University of South Carolina
Elizabeth Scarbrough serves as the Director of Personalized Professional Learning for CarolinaCrED at USC’s College of Education and the Director of the SC Writing Improvement Network. With a career in education starting in 2005, Elizabeth brings her experience as a former instructional... Read More →
Tuesday July 22, 2025 3:15pm - 3:45pm MDT
CASE E422
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