The Aligning Learners’ Intentions with Goals and Needs (ALIGN) Project
Connecting Learners to STEM Careers Through STEM Microcredentials
The ALIGN Project strengthens connections between higher education, industry, and learners by investigating how STEM microcredentials shape educational and career trajectories. Supported by the National Science Foundation and led by the University of Florida, this project engages learners, educators, and employers to better understand how microcredentials can serve as flexible, credible pathways into the STEM workforce.
Our Goals
The ALIGN Project explores how STEM microcredentials can expand access to careers and strengthen the workforce. By connecting research, practice, and industry needs, ALIGN is building tools and insights that help learners succeed in a rapidly changing world.
Project Highlights
The C3 Initiative
Our broader ecosystem connecting Credentials, Connections, and Careers through collaborative partnerships that align education with industry needs.
The ALIGN Scale
A research-based measurement tool capturing learner motivations and decision-making to inform workforce development theories and strengthen microcredential effectiveness.
The Credential Hub
A central repository connecting career pathways, research findings, and microcredential initiatives—simplifying navigation of the evolving STEM education landscape.
We’re building a community of collaborators—institutions, educators, researchers, and industry partners—dedicated to advancing STEM microcredentials. [Button: Explore Collaboration Opportunities]
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