Project Updates
The ALIGN Project is an active, multi-year research effort, and this page highlights key milestones as they unfold. Here you’ll find updates on scale development, data collection, partnerships, resources, and major project outputs, including The Credential Hub. New updates will be added throughout the project, so we encourage you to check back regularly to follow our progress, learn about emerging findings, and explore opportunities to get involved.
News
Announcements
Call for abstracts for special issue coming soon!
Publications
New book: Mapping the STEM Microcredential Landscape (Edited volumes)
The books will feature contributions from researchers, educators, and industry leaders across the globe. Topics include the design and implementation of microcredential frameworks, case studies from higher education and industry, technology innovations, workforce alignment, and future directions for scaling impact.
This project reflects the collaborative spirit of the C3 Ecosystem by showcasing diverse perspectives and advancing the field’s understanding of microcredentials. The volumes will be published by Springer in the Issues and Innovations in Instructional Technology series, publication expected early 2026.
Rob Moore, Ph.D.
Kent Crippen, Ph.D.
Presentation
We will be presenting at the 2026 Digital Credential Summit in Philadelphia, PA. Our sessions will include panels about the upcoming Mapping the STEM Microcredential Landscape edited volumes and the TrustEd Microcredential Framework. We will update this section once the schedule has been released!
Unlocking Success: Addressing Barriers to STEM Microcredentials in Higher Education
Tuesday, Oct 21st, AECT Presentation, Moore, Lee, and Crippen
Stay Updated
Follow our progress as we develop new tools, publish findings, and share resources with the community.