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InstitutionType Your Institution's Name Here
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Program NameType Your Program's Name Here
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CIP CodeType Your Program's CIP Code Here
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Type Your Contact Person's Name, Title, and Email Address Here
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Digital Badge FieldBadge NameBadge DescriptionProgram URLSkill TagsCriteria One (Required)Criteria Two (Optional)Criteria Three (Optional)Template AttributesStandardRecommendation - Type
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Criteria One - TypeCriteria One - Activity NameCriteria One - URL
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Description of FieldThe name for the badge that will be distributed to your audience. Consider naming conventions across your program when naming your badges.A short and concise description of the achievement. (500 characters maximum).

Ideally, this field should answer the question, "What is this individual capable of now that they have this badge?" What does the program mean for learners and which employers might value it?
Web link to contextual information where an employer or another colleague might go to learn the complete details about the achievement and the related program. This should be a public-facing URL (not behind a login). On the badge template, it appears as "View additional information" >> 1-3 word descriptions of the skills, competencies, or tools demonstrated by the earner now that they have earned the badge.Skill tags improve search and discoverability of badged achievements. These are the keywords that will search labor market demand that can be exposed to the badge earner. Best practice is anywhere from 8 - 15 total skill tags. Application, Assessment, Badge, Course, Credential, Education Experience, Member, Other, Participant, Payment, Portfolio, Presenter, Project, Professional Experience, Schedule / Registration, VolunteerDescribe the required activity to earn the badge using descriptive action phrases.OptionalNote: You can continue to add criteria beyond three in the Acclaim system. This spreadsheet is just a worksheet.Template Attributes allow you to help differentiate between badges both within your organization and across the Acclaim platform. The Standards field supports multiple entries that indicate alignment to 3rd party standards related to this achievement. This can be used to indicate adherence to ISO/ANSI standards, educational standards, company policies and standards, institutional commitments or value statements. The Recommendation fields allow you to suggest "next steps" to your earners to help them stay engaged with your program and follow learning pathways. Note: You will not be able to select the recommended badge unless that badge is already published on Acclaim.
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OPTIONS: Experience; Learning; Validation; CertificationOPTIONS: Foundational; Intermediate; AdvancedOPTIONS: Hours; Days; Weeks; Months; YearsOPTIONS: Free; Paid
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VIEW A SAMPLE DIGITAL BADGE FROM OSRHEAutodesk AutoCAD Certified User (SAMPLE)Earners of the Autodesk AutoCAD Certified User certification have developed the entry-level skills needed to effectively use AutoCAD software in a design environment. They are competent in skills such as creating or plotting drawings, editing objects, working with layouts, and more. (500 characters maximum for this field!)http://www.certiport.com/Portal/Common/DocumentLibrary/Autodesk_Overview.pdf (This should lead to a "how to enroll" webpage of sorts!)2D Design, 3D Design, Architecture, CAD Software, Connectivity Customization, Design, Digital Skills, Documentation, Drafting Engineering, Interior Design, Project ManagementCourse (select from drop-down menu)Complete an Autodesk AutoCAD training course or self-study traininghttp://www.certiport.com/portal/DesktopDefault.aspx?page=common/pagelibrary/Autodesk_home.htmProfessional ExperienceAcquire real-world experience with Autodesk AutoCAD softwarehttp://www.certiport.com/Portal/Common/DocumentLibrary/Autodesk_Overview.pdfAssessmentPass a proctored exam on Autodesk AutoCAD complete with identity verification at a Certiport Authorized Testing Centerhttp://www.certiport.com/LocatorCertificationFoundationalWeeksPaid
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