# Open Badges explainer for L&D

- Link: https://digialitay.scot/tutorials/2251
- Published: 2024-10-15T19:32:49+01:00
- Author: Rob Stewart

Unlock the power of Open Badges in learning design! Press play to discover how Open
Badges revolutionise the recognition of learning and encourage transfer of learning
to practice.

Can’t see the video? Try [opening it on Vimeo](https://stats.digialitay.scot/go/40?u=https%3A%2F%2Fvimeo.com%2F1019865910%3Fshare%3Dcopy%23t%3D0&t=outbound&f=%2Ftutorials%2F2251&s=974a7d231118a299af5ee5cce6dd6ca57f1796a158360508752f7bd1fe644629).

In this video tutorial, we explore a recognition method that’s gaining momentum 
in workplace learning and development. Open Badges offer a way to recognise and 
validate skills and achievements, particularly those gained through informal learning
experiences. I’ll walk you through what Open Badges are, how they work, and their
potential applications in your design process. Whether you’re new to Open Badges
or seeking a deeper understanding of their value, this overview will help you see
how they can enhance your learning design strategy.

The tutorial covers:

 * what Open Badges are
 * where they came from
 * why they are necessary
 * how they are being used
 * what they can do for you.

It is first of a six-part series introducing Open Badges to digital learning designers.

Stay tuned for more.

## Downloads

What are Open Badges?

 PDF  1 MB

 [  Download ](https://stats.digialitay.scot/go/40?u=https%3A%2F%2Fdigialitay.scot%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2024%2F10%2F1-what-are-open-badges.pdf&t=download&f=%2Ftutorials%2F2251&s=09a2da458e68c84ddfe13e68c4d9e99471bffdc91a656c83d24ea4ac21410041)