The Future of University Credentials: New Developments at the Intersection of Higher Education and Hiring

Synopsis

This Book Is An Exploration Of The Evolving Relations Between Higher Education And The Work World.-- Preface: At The Intersection Of Higher Education And Hiring -- Introduction: A Pivotal Moment In The University Credentialing Ecosystem -- The Rise Of The University Credential In The Knowledge Economy -- Behind The Curtain: How University Credentials Operate As Job Market Qualifications -- Higher Education's Information Age: Lessons From The Dot-com Era -- Modern Online Education: Mainstream Online Degrees, Moocs, And The Emergence Of Shorter-form Credentials -- Credentialing In The Internet Age: A Brave New World From Digitizing The Credential To Talent Analytics -- Innovative Directions In University Credentials -- Conclusions And Recommendations On The Future Of University Credentials. Sean R. Gallagher ; Foreword By Diana G. Oblinger. Includes Bibliographical References And Index.