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Common framework for micro-credentials in the EHEA

A micro-credential is a certified small volume of learning designed to provide learners with specific knowledge, skills, and competences that respond to societal, personal, cultural or labour market needs. They increase and diversify lifelong learning provision to support individual learning pathways and widen access to higher education through flexible, … Read more

Identification of technologies used for recognising and verifying open credentials – OEPass report

An open credential is defined as fully transparent and usable for multiple purposes including qualification accumulation, employment evidence, and international expertise transfer. Such credentials would integrate seamlessly into European recognition frameworks, offer instant verification, and include comprehensive learning information. They would enable software systems to create online CVs and … Read more

Recommendations forHigher-Ed leaders to introduce European Digital Credentials, MicroCredX

A European Digital Credential for Learning is a multilingual format for electronically sealed digital presentations of learning credentials. They can be awarded in formal education, training, online courses, volunteering experiences, and non-formal learning contexts, taking forms of degrees, micro-credentials, certificates of participation, or any other learning records, issued through … Read more

Recognition and verification of credentials in open education, Report of Intellectual Output 3 (OEPass)

The OEPass Learning Passport proposes a standardized European system for recognizing open education credentials through blockchain-secured digital certificates. By aligning micro-credentials with ECTS and EQF frameworks, the system enables learners to accumulate, store, and share verified learning achievements from various providers, bridging formal and non-formal education while enhancing student … Read more

Mapping Report – inventory of standards, processes, and ICT systems across Higher Education, European Higher Education Interoperability Framework, 2025

This comprehensive inventory reveals what tools European universities actually use for data sharing. Based on research with 41 university alliances, it catalogues over 100 systems and standards currently in use. The findings expose significant gaps: most institutions build their own solutions because existing tools don’t meet interoperability needs. … Read more

Blueprint reference architecture – European Higher Education Interoperability Framework

European universities need better ways to share student data and academic resources. This new interoperability framework tackles eight common challenges, from course discovery to credential recognition. Built from real university alliance experiences, it provides practical blueprints for institutions to improve collaboration. The goal is simple: help students move between … Read more

European Higher Education Interoperability Framework (HEIF)

This comprehensive framework helps European universities share data and collaborate better. Built from real experiences of 40+ university alliances, it provides practical guidance for eight key scenarios in student mobility. From course discovery to credential recognition, the framework offers technical blueprints and recommendations to make higher education truly interoperable … Read more

The EDEH AI Report offers crucial insights into artificial intelligence’s role in European education. Covering teacher competencies, implementation strategies, ethical considerations, and practical use cases, it provides actionable recommendations for all education stakeholders. This comprehensive guide helps educators responsibly navigate AI’s potential for teaching, learning, and assessment while addressing … Read more

Explainable AI in education: Fostering human oversight and shared responsibility

Explainable AI in education is essential for maintaining human oversight as AI tools become more prevalent in teaching and learning. This report examines how transparency and explainability foster trust, ensure legal compliance, and preserve human agency. By understanding different stakeholder needs and developing specific competencies, educators can implement AI … Read more

Beyond blockchain – policy brief on next generation web technologies and their impact on OER

This brief examines how blockchain and AI can improve Open Educational Resources (OER). It explores cryptographic tools for copyright, credentials, and collaboration, while also addressing challenges in using distributed trust technologies. It highlights the potential for ledgers and AI to ensure inclusive, equitable access to knowledge and learning. … Read more

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