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Open Badge Guidelines for D2S learners

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Welcome!

What are Open Badges?

Who can issue the badges?

What are the benefits?

How to use badges?

How to get the D2S Open Badge?

What do the D2S badges look like?

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Understanding Open Badge (definition, relevance) The Open Badges:

Are the world's first digital badge format;
An Open Badge takes the form of a digital image in which information, called metadata, is recorded;
It is a digital tool that recognises, values and makes visible a skill, a know-how, a participation, an achievement or a commitment;
It is verifiable and shareable, its metadata making it possible to know to whom the badge was issued, by whom and on what criteria.

Open Badges are a way of recognising what we learn throughout our lives, like a certificate. Their digital and visual format allows a dynamic presentation of skills and experiences, in the personal and professional world.

Open Badges are mainly issued by educational institutions such as universities (40% according to statistics from the Open Badge Factory platform), NGOs (40%) and companies (20%). Their use has been growing strongly since their creation in 2011 by the Mozilla Foundation. Any person, programme or organization can be an Open Badge issuer, the metadata being verifiable and unforgeable.

The Open Badges can be shared on social networks, integrated into CVs, portfolios and cover letters. It is a tool that will help you to picture your lifelong learning and for an employer it is a guarantee of quality, with verifiable information. In order to know more about Open Badges follow the link: https://openbadges.info/?lang=en

Take the D2S courses! If you have completed one or more Digital Soft Skills courses, the Digital Soft Skills team will contact you by email to issue your Open Badge. You will be invited to log in to the Open Badge Factory platform and you will then be able to download the badge, share it with others and on social networks. Access the course by clicking on the logo:

What do the D2S badges look like?

and the Open Badges for educators:

Here are the Open Badges for students:

Open Badge for the course Developing Me Description It aims to equip all learners with digital transversal skills to live, work, learn and thrive in a world increasingly mediated by digital technologies. The Developing Me course is about digital literacy and ethical use of information, digital identity and footprint, and digital wellbeing. Key words Digital soft skills, developing me, digital literacy, digital identity, digital wellbeing, copyrights, digital ethics, digital footprints. Terms Have completed the entire course and passed the validation tests with a success rate of over 80%. ESCO classification competencies T3.2 - taking a proactive approach T6.1 - applying health-related skills and competences S3.3.6 - protecting privacy and personal data S5.5 - accessing and analysing digital data S5.5.1 - browsing, searching and filtering digital data S5.6.1 - using digital tools for collaboration and productivity Badge certification The badge will be endorsed by Ulysseus partners, as well as associate partners.

Open Badge for the course Acting Now Description It aims to equip all learners with digital transversal skills to live, work, learn and thrive in a world increasingly mediated by digital technologies. The Acting Now course focuses on critical and analytical thinking, problem-solving and creativity in the digital space. Key words Digital soft skills, critical thinking, analytical thinking, problem-solving, creativity, creative solution. Terms Have completed the entire course and passed the validation tests with a success rate of over 80%. ESCO classification competencies T2.3 - dealing with problems T2.4 - thinking creatively and innovatively T3.4 - demonstrating willingness to learn S1.9.1 - developing solutions S2.7 - analysing and evaluating information and data S5.6.1 - using digital tools for collaboration and productivity Badge certification The badge will be endorsed by Ulysseus partners, as well as associate partners.

Open Badge for the course Engaging With Others Description It aims to equip all learners with digital transversal skills to live, work, learn and thrive in a world increasingly mediated by digital technologies. The Engaging with Others course is focused on digital communication, collaboration and influencing. Key words Digital soft skills, engaging with others, digital communication, digital collaboration, digital influencing, digital teams, collaboration tools, netiquette, media, audiences. Terms Have completed the entire course and passed the validation tests with a success rate of over 80%. ESCO classification competencies T4.1 - communicating T4.3 - collaborating in teams and networks S1.2.4 - advocating for individual or community needs S4.2 - organising, planning and scheduling work and activities S5.5.0 - accessing and analysing digital data S5.6.1 - using digital tools for collaboration and productivity Badge certification The badge will be endorsed by Ulysseus partners, as well as associate partners.

Open Badge for the course Creating the Future Description It aims to equip all learners with digital transversal skills to live, work, learn and thrive in a world increasingly mediated by digital technologies. The Creating the Future course focuses on digital citizenship, digital skills for sustainable development but also for design & future thinking. Key words Digital soft skills, digital citizenship, sustainable development design thinking, future thinking, experiential learning. Terms Have completed the entire course and passed the validation tests with a success rate of over 80%. ESCO classification competencies T2.4 - thinking creatively and innovatively T6.2 - applying environmental skills and competences S1.6.2 - promoting products, services, or programs S3.3.2 - complying with environmental protection laws and standards S4.1 - developing objectives and strategies S5.6.1 - using digital tools for collaboration and productivity Badge certification The badge will be endorsed by Ulysseus partners, as well as associate partners.

Open Badge for the course Cross-Cutting Competences Description It aims to equip all learners with digital transversal skills to live, work, learn and thrive in a world increasingly mediated by digital technologies. The Cross-cutting Competences course is to develop broad competences considered as necessary to succeed in the labour market, focusing on intercultural empathy, flexible thinking and reflective practice. Key words Digital soft skills, cross-cutting competences, broad competencies, intercultural empathy, flexible thinking, reflective practice. Terms Have completed the entire course and passed the validation tests with a success rate of over 80%. ESCO classification competencies T2.1 - processing information, ideas and concepts T3.1 - working efficiently T3.4 - demonstrating willingness to learn T4.3 - collaborating in teams and networks S1.2.4 - advocating for individual or community needs S5.6.1 - using digital tools for collaboration and productivity Badge certification The badge will be endorsed by Ulysseus partners, as well as associate partners.

Digital Soft Skills Passport Description It aims to equip all learners with digital transversal skills to live, work, learn and thrive in a world increasingly mediated by digital technologies. The D2S Passport attests to the successful completion of the full Digital Soft Skills programme, and to the acquisition of essential skills for personal and professional development with digital technology: intercultural empathy, flexible thinking, digital literacy, digital identity and wellbeing, communication, analytical thinking, problem-solving, design & future thinking. Key words Digital soft skills, intercultural empathy, flexible thinking, digital literacy, digital identity and wellbeing, communication, analytical thinking, problem-solving design & future thinking. Terms Have completed the entire Digital Soft Skills course programme and passed the validation tests with a pass rate of over 80%. ESCO classification competencies T2.4 - thinking creatively and innovatively T3.2 - taking a proactive approach T4.1 - communicating T4.3 - collaborating in teams and networks T6.1 - applying health-related skills and competences T6.2 - applying environmental skills and competences S2.7 - analysing and evaluating information and data S3.3.6 - protecting privacy and personal data S4.2 - organising, planning and scheduling work and activities S5.6.1 - using digital tools for collaboration and productivity Badge certification The badge will be endorsed by Ulysseus partners, as well as associate partners.

Open Badge for the course Developing Me Description It aims to develop digital pedagogical competences of educators, enabling them to deliver high quality inclusive digital education in a world increasingly mediated by digital technologies. The Developing Me course is about digital literacy and ethical use of information, digital identity and footprint, and digital wellbeing. Key words Digital soft skills, developing me, digital literacy, digital identity, digital wellbeing, copyrights, digital ethics, digital footprints. Terms Have completed the entire course and passed the validation tests with a success rate of over 80%. ESCO classification competencies T3.2 - taking a proactive approach T6.1 - applying health-related skills and competences S1.3.2 - teaching safety procedures S3.3.6 - protecting privacy and personal data S5.5 - accessing and analysing digital data S5.6.1 - using digital tools for collaboration and productivity Badge certification The badge will be endorsed by Ulysseus partners, as well as associate partners.

Open Badge for the course Acting Now Description It aims to develop digital pedagogical competences of educators, enabling them to deliver high quality inclusive digital education in a world increasingly mediated by digital technologies. The Acting Now course focuses on critical and analytical thinking, problem-solving and creativity in the digital space. Key words Digital soft skills, critical thinking, analytical thinking, problem-solving, creativity, creative solution. Terms Have completed the entire course and passed the validation tests with a success rate of over 80%. ESCO classification competencies T2.3 - dealing with problems T2.4 - thinking creatively and innovatively T3.4 - demonstrating willingness to learn S1.9.1 - developing solutions S2.1.1 - conducting academic or market research S5.6.1 - using digital tools for collaboration and productivity Badge certification The badge will be endorsed by Ulysseus partners, as well as associate partners.

Open Badge for the course Engaging With Others Description It aims to develop digital pedagogical competences of educators, enabling them to deliver high quality inclusive digital education in a world increasingly mediated by digital technologies. The Engaging with Others course is focused on digital communication, collaboration and influencing. Key words Digital soft skills, engaging with others, digital communication, digital collaboration, digital influencing, digital teams, collaboration tools, netiquette, media, audiences. Terms Have completed the entire course and passed the validation tests with a success rate of over 80%. ESCO classification competencies T4.1 - communicating T4.3 - collaborating in teams and networks S1.2.4 - advocating for individual or community needs S1.12.2 - developing instructive or promotional materials S4.2 - organising, planning and scheduling work and activities S5.6.1 - using digital tools for collaboration and productivity Badge certification The badge will be endorsed by Ulysseus partners, as well as associate partners.

Open Badge for the course Creating the Future Description It aims to develop digital pedagogical competences of educators, enabling them to deliver high quality inclusive digital education in a world increasingly mediated by digital technologies. The Creating the Future course focuses on digital citizenship, digital skills for sustainable development but also for design & future thinking. Key words Digital soft skills, digital citizenship, sustainable development design thinking, future thinking, experiential learning. Terms Have completed the entire course and passed the validation tests with a success rate of over 80%. ESCO classification competencies T2.4 - thinking creatively and innovatively T6.2 - applying environmental skills and competences S1.3.1 - teaching academic or vocational subjects S3.3.2 - complying with environmental protection laws and standards S4.1 - developing objectives and strategies S5.6.1 - using digital tools for collaboration and productivity Badge certification The badge will be endorsed by Ulysseus partners, as well as associate partners.

Open Badge for the course Cross-Cutting Competences Description It aims to develop digital pedagogical competences of educators, enabling them to deliver high quality inclusive digital education in a world increasingly mediated by digital technologies. The Cross-cutting Competences course is to develop broad competences considered as necessary to succeed in the labour market, focusing on intercultural empathy, flexible thinking and reflective practice. Key words Digital soft skills, cross-cutting competences, broad competencies, intercultural empathy, flexible thinking, reflective practice. Terms Have completed the entire course and passed the validation tests with a success rate of over 80%. ESCO classification competencies T3.4 - demonstrating willingness to learn T4.3 - collaborating in teams and networks T6.3 - applying civic skills and competences S1.3.5 - coaching and mentoring S1.4.2 - presenting research or technical information S5.6.1 - using digital tools for collaboration and productivity Badge certification The badge will be endorsed by Ulysseus partners, as well as associate partners.

Digital Soft Skills Passport Description It aims to develop digital pedagogical competences of educators, enabling them to deliver high quality inclusive digital education in a world increasingly mediated by digital technologies. The D2S Passport attests to the successful completion of the full Digital Soft Skills programme, and to the acquisition of essential skills for personal and professional development with digital technology: intercultural empathy, flexible thinking, digital literacy, digital identity and wellbeing, communication, analytical thinking, problem-solving, design & future thinking. Key words Digital soft skills, intercultural empathy, flexible thinking, digital literacy, digital identity and wellbeing, communication, analytical thinking, problem-solving design & future thinking. Terms Have completed the entire Digital Soft Skills course programme and passed the validation tests with a pass rate of over 80%. ESCO classification competencies T2.4 - thinking creatively and innovatively T4.1 - communicating T4.3 - collaborating in teams and networks T6.1 - applying health-related skills and competences T6.2 - applying environmental skills and competences S1.3.5 - coaching and mentoring S1.12.2 - developing instructive or promotional materials S3.3.6 - protecting privacy and personal data S4.2 - organising, planning and scheduling work and activities S5.6.1 - using digital tools for collaboration and productivity Badge certification The badge will be endorsed by Ulysseus partners, as well as associate partners.

D2S Open Badges & Passport

Both students and educators can achieve the final step of the D2S education - a D2S Passport. To learn more follow the arrow!

D2S ULYSSEUS

D2S Ulysseus offers to D2S course learners, students and educators: Open Badges to help them value their new learning experience and Digital Soft Skills.

VALIDATION

The validation of each course, out of the 5 proposed, allows learners to obtain a Digital Soft Skills Badge.

PASSPORT

The validation of all the courses leads to a Digital Soft Skills Passport, to reinforce the visibility of the developed skills.

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