SURVEY: AWARENESS AND DEVELOPMENT OF MICRO-CREDENTIALS

Hi, thank you for participating in this survey. We are conducting research to understand the level of awareness and interest in micro-credentials, as well as to explore their development and potential impact. Your feedback is valuable and will help guide the future of educational offerings and professional development opportunities.

The survey should take about 5-10 minutes to complete.

Please feel free to answer the questions honestly. All responses will be kept confidential.

Micro-Credentials (MC)
Stand Alone Micro-Credentials (SAMC)
Self-Instructional Materials (SIM)
Name*

First NameLast Name
2. Kindly indicate your department*
Email*
example@umpsa.edu.my
Age*

24 and below25-3031-4041-5050 and above
How long have you been working as an academic in your institution?*

Less than 5 years5-10 yearsMore than 10 years
Part A: Awareness on Micro-Credentials in UMPSA

	Strongly Agree	Agree	Neutral	Disagree	Strongly Disagree
I am aware the differences between MC, SAMC and SIM.
I am aware of the structure and the three elements of MC. Learning Material (LM), Learning Activity (LA), Learning Assessments (LS)
I am aware MC can also be used for credit transfer process and as part of Substitute Blended Learning (SBL).
I believe developing MC will help in my professional development & career promotion.
I regularly use online platform in my teaching. (Tinta, CredB, Kalam, OpenLearning).
I am aware that MC covers some part of curriculum design (Teaching Plan & SLT).
MC must be developed using the subject matter expert’s original content.
I am aware with the mode of delivery could be hybrid, face to face, online (self-pace).
I am aware that UMPSA acknowledges MC as equivalent to publication.
Producing MC can bring me monetary benefit.

	Strongly Agree	Agree	Neutral	Disagree	Strongly Disagree
I am willing to invest time and effort into developing MC.
I am aware MC development should be well plan as schedule.
I am confident to use generative Ai tools (Canva, Napkin, Mapify, HeyZine, Gamma Ai etc) to help me develop Learning Materials.
I am confident to use generative Ai tools (Canva, Napkin, Mapify, HeyZine, Gamma Ai etc) to help me develop Learning Activity.
I am confident to use generative Ai tools (Canva, Napkin, Mapify, HeyZine, Gamma Ai etc) to help me develop Learning Assesments.
I am aware with the e-learning guidelines on video duration, maximum slide number etc.
I am ready to integrate my conventional teaching with MC.

	Strongly Agree	Agree	Neutral	Disagree	Strongly Disagree
I regularly refer to MC information in CIReL website
Garis Panduan Kualiti Kandungan e-Pembelajaran *(GPKKeP) help me to develop MC & SIM.
I have visited/used CIReL facilities (Studio, Hyflex).
My faculty’s JK e-Learning regularly shares information on e-learning and MC to all the faculty staffs.
e-Clinic helps to clarify my problems in the development of MC.
I am aware CIReL provide video/content editing service.
CIReL workshop equips me with necessary knowledge & skills to develop MC.
My faculty’s leadership encourage me to develop MC.

	Strongly Agree	Agree	Neutral	Disagree	Strongly Disagree
Developing MC give me an extra workload as a Lecturer.
Developing MC in a team will expedite the development process.
I don’t have the confidence to be in front of the camera
My faculty/centre/Pusat Tanggungjawab (PTJ) is not supporting me financially in the development of Stand Alone Micro-Credentials (MC Industry).
MC is not contributing to my SKT report evaluation.
Learning management system is not user friendly.

	Yes
Provide additional training sessions on the latest trends and technologies in micro-credential development.
Increase accessibility to digital tools and platforms that facilitate the creation and management of micro-credentials.
Enhance inter-departmental communication to enable more effective collaboration and sharing of successful micro -credential practices
Offer more flexible funding or resource allocations to explore innovative approaches in micro-credential design and delivery.
Host regular feedback sessions where lecturers can discuss challenges and receive guidance on overcoming obstacles in micro-credential development.
Increase incentives or recognition for lecturers who successfully develop and implement innovative micro-credential programs
Facilitate partnerships with industry leaders to ensure micro-credentials remain aligned with current and future job market needs.
Micro-credential resources, including templates, best practices, and case studies to aid in program development.
Implement a mentorship program connecting experienced micro-credential developers with those new to the process, fostering peer support and learning

Part A: Awareness on Micro-Credentials in UMPSA