DIGITAL BADGE FORUM

InspireEd Dialogues: A Micro-Credentials & Skills Innovation Forum at FGCU

This two-day virtual experience creates an open space for honest conversations about the fast-evolving world of credentialing and skills development. Join fellow educators, leaders, and industry experts as we explore what works, celebrate innovative wins, and imagine what’s next.

Early Bird Tickets: $99 until February 14, 2026
Regular Tickets: $125
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Priority Session Themes

• Micro-Credential Models and Institutional Practice
• Curriculum Design
• Quality Standards and Accreditation
• Workforce Alignment and Employer Partnerships
• Technology and Artificial Intelligence (AI)
• Success Stories, Engagement, and Messaging

Timeline for Proposal Submission
& Committee Review

FGCU invites higher education leaders, faculty, staff, employers, researchers, and practitioners to submit proposals for presentations at our upcoming two-day virtual forum focused on advancing micro-credentials, transferable skills, and innovative credentialing ecosystems. The goal of our forum is to spark dialogues about trending topics related to innovative credentialing and learn from each other’s success.

Proposal submissions are open until January 26, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. The committee will review proposals by January 30, 2026 and send out acceptance notifications no later than February 6.

• Presenters will need to accept by February 20, 2026.
• Presenter head shots and consent forms will need to be uploaded by February 26, 2026.
• Presentation materials will need to be uploaded by March 13, 2026.
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