Abstract
In response to rapid changes in industrial structures and the need for fostering talent capable of driving innovation, continuous learning beyond university education is expected. In this context, micro-credentials-which allow learners to acquire specific skills in relatively short periods and demonstrate their learning outcomes-are gaining attention worldwide. Micro-credentials enable diverse lifelong learning. Learners need mechanisms to compare and select micro-credentials issued by various institutions, and employers require frameworks to evaluate them appropriately. In Japan, the Micro-credential Joint Working Group (JWG) is developing a framework for standardizing micro-credentials and guidelines for digitally issuing certificates, while also promoting international collaboration.
