Success Stories
Building Institutional Capacity for Micro-Credentials at State Scale.
The Texas Microcredential Learning Network
Moving Texas institutions from micro-credential interest to implementation.
Texas institutions were ready to expand their use of micro-credentials, but many still needed a shared framework, validated methodology, and the internal capacity to move from an idea to a launch-ready plan.
The Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board and Alamo Colleges District brought 11 institutions together for an intensive 10-week learning network. MCM designed the curriculum, facilitated the cohort, validated institutional strategies, and managed delivery from start to finish.
By the Numbers
A focused statewide network built to accelerate institutional action.
Texas institutions moved through one shared learning experience toward practical, institution-specific micro-credential strategies.
Participating Institutions
Week Intensive Sprint
Strategic Plans Developed
Structured Cohort Sessions
How the Network Was Structured
Four experienced institutions served as mentors while seven institutions developed plans to launch their first micro-credentials.
A Statewide Learning Network
Participating Institutions
Four experienced mentor institutions supported seven colleges as they developed practical strategies for launching their first micro-credentials.
Experienced Peers
Mentor Institutions
From Learning to Launch
Plan-Building Institutions
How the Network Worked
One coordinated model. Three ways to build institutional capacity.
The 10-week learning network combined structured cohort sessions, independent resources, and institution-specific mentorship to move participants from shared understanding to practical launch planning.
Six-Session Learning Sequence
From orientation to institutional presentationOrientation
Define the Strategy
Design the Personas
Map the Learner Journey
Define Success
Present and Reflect
Cohort Learning
Build shared language and strategy together.
All 11 institutions participated in six structured sessions led by national, state, and local experts. The cohort format surfaced common challenges, introduced a shared methodology, and created opportunities for institutions to learn from one another.
Independent Learning
Continue the work between sessions.
MCM developed an asynchronous Canvas learning module with activities, templates, and reference materials participants could revisit while building their institutional strategies.
Explore the OERTX RepositoryMentorship
Connect new plans to practical experience.
Each plan-building institution was paired with an experienced mentor institution for tailored guidance, candid feedback, and firsthand insight into the decisions required to move from strategy to launch.
Designed for Action
The model gave seven institutions the structure, support, and institutional context needed to complete comprehensive plans for their first micro-credentials.
Micro-Credentials Developed
From statewide learning to institution-specific plans.
In less than 90 days, each plan-building institution crafted a comprehensive plan to launch its first micro-credential.
Cisco Networking Academy Credentials in Cybersecurity and Networking
Lamar State College Orange
Cybersecurity Micro-Credential Certificate
Laredo College
IT Support Certificate in Computer Support Tech / Networking AAS Degree
Paris Junior College
SkillsPro Micro-Credential
San Jacinto College
Rodeo Business Management
Northeast Texas Community College
Project Management Certificate
McLennan Community College / Laredo College
Electrical Tech Micro-Credential with NCCER Certification
Temple College
Robotech Micro-Credential with FESTO Industry 4.0 Certification
Temple College
A Practical Starting Point
Each institution began with a focused use case—creating a manageable foundation for testing, learning, and future expansion.
A Signature Deliverable
Bringing the network’s lessons to a statewide audience.
Following the successful completion of the Texas Micro-Credential Learning Network, MCM’s founder and CEO was invited to keynote the 2023 Digital Learning Summit hosted by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board.
The state-level event brought together higher education stakeholders from across Texas to examine the network’s findings, practical lessons, and the path forward for micro-credentialing. The keynote represented the culmination of MCM’s role as the initiative’s trusted national subject-matter expert and project lead.
2023 Digital Learning Summit
Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board
Outcomes
A model institutions valued—and would recommend.
Participating institutions reported stronger understanding, clearer direction, and greater confidence in their ability to move micro-credential plans forward.
Positive Program Rating
Participants rated the learning network Excellent (82%) or Good (18%).
Plans Shaped by the Network
Participants said the MLN was instrumental in shaping their future micro-credential plans.
Would Recommend the Model
Participants said they would endorse the network to peers and fellow institutions.
Participant Perspective
What institutions took away from the experience.
“I have a much better understanding of micro-credentials and how to create them.”
“I learned so much about micro-credentials and their role in industry.”
“Working as a team helps to know you are not alone and brings other insights into the work.”
“I did love having the resources available to go back and refer to when needed.”
“I learned a lot about micro-credentials and the impact they can have on our college, students, faculty, and community partners. Thank you for the opportunity to be part of this!”
Build at State Scale
Build the capacity before you scale the credentials.
MCM helps states, systems, and institutions turn micro-credential ambition into shared strategy, stronger institutional capability, and launch-ready plans.
Strategy · Program Design · Facilitation · Implementation