This digital badge is earned upon completion of two online courses on Cyber Security Awareness and Phishing which are provided and supported by IT services in the Cork Institute of Technology.
The CIT Staff Cyber Security Awareness badge is based on participants’ completion of 2 separate courses provided by IT services in the Cork Institute of Technology. Courses are designed to inform, empower, etc staff in the areas of Cyber Security and Phishing Awareness. Criteria: Staff must pass both courses using the knowledge that they have gained through the course. They must be certificated by the EssentialSkillz platform proving that they have passed both courses. The earner of this badge has demonstrated that they have gained a basic knowledge and awareness of Cyber Security and Phishing awareness. The badge can be held in Canvas for the staff to access and use as part of their online identity and also in digital communications.
This digital badge is earned upon completion of a comprehensive programme designed to prepare a recipient for work placement. The programme is provided, supported and assessed by the Careers Office in the Cork Institute of Technology.
#Recipients of this badge have 1. Completed a 4 part reflection worksheet on entering the workplace. 2. Undertaken a review of a communication artefact focused on the identification of 6 communications techniques or behaviours observed 3. Completed a self-reflection on an area of communication they would like to improve upon 4. Developed a professional CV which is also reviewed by a Careers Advisor.
The Student Hub for Entrepreneurial Development work with colleagues across all departments to support 1st year students in completing a Business Model Canvas. Students, working in groups, brainstorm an idea for a new business, service or product. Students then work through the 9 building blocks of the Business Model Canvas that are needed when setting up a company.
Each student group is required to: - Ideate a new business, service or product - Complete the Business Model Canvas for their idea - Complete a final presentation
The MTU Innovation Challenge is an annual initiative from the MTU Innovation and Enterprise Office, which sees students spend 10 weeks working in multi-disciplinary groups to come up with solutions to challenges set by various companies.
Students spend 10 weeks working in multi-disciplinary groups to come up with solutions to challenges set by various companies. At the end of this challenge, the groups will have developed a final pitch and presented this to the companies that initially set the challenge.
MTU Staff working together to plan and organise the MTU Innovation Challenge and support the student groups taking part in the challenge.
Staff help to plan, promote and organise the MTU Innovation Challenge. These staff also act as mentors, supporting the multi-disciplinary student groups that are taking part in the challenge and ensure the quality of the final pitches to industry.
Design Thinking is a concept developed in Stanford Universities ‘D.School’. It encourages those who apply this iterative process to solve problems in a new way. It is recognised and implemented by some of the largest global companies including Procter & Gamble, Nike, Starbucks and GE Healthcare. Students complete a design thinking workshop and apply the skills and knowledge learned through this to propose a solution to a problem defined through the design thinking process.
Participants must: - Complete the Design Thinking Workshop - Apply the Design Thinking process to define a problem and propose a solution - Communicate their solution in a presentation
This digital badge is earned upon completion of a series of online workshops on Design Thinking which are provided and supported by the Innovation and Enterprise Office in partnership with the School of Business in Munster Technological University.
The workshops are designed to mirror the Design Council’s Double Diamond design thinking structure. On completion of the programme, participants will be able to: - Understand design thinking methods. - Design qualitative data collection tools. - Compare problem-solving approaches. - Synthesise qualitative user research. - Prototype innovative user-centred solutions. - Evaluate low-fidelity prototypes. Participants must complete all four workshops, facilitated online through MTU's VLE, to be eligible to receive the digital badge.
Being World Ready - Insights into Global Leadership behaviour and decision making in an International HR context. This digital badge is earned upon completion of three online workshops aimed at gaining insight on HRM policy and practice internationally in a collaboration between Munster Technological University, Ireland and Niagara College, Canada.
This badge is based on completion of three online workshops along with the submission of a written assessment. Badge earners can demonstrate their ability to: - Develop a Contemporary Perspective on Global Leadership in HR - Understand the fundamentals of neuroscience processes and how to develop cognitive readiness for Global leadership. - Develop an enhanced HR decision architecture for global leadership
Cryptography is integral to our online world. Online shopping, banking and communication all rely on cryptography to work effectively. As part of this course, students will learn how this cryptography works and how to set-up encryption to keep all their own messages and communications safe. Password cracking and how to uncover hidden information when cryptography is not implemented correctly was also covered. Ethical hacking is legally breaking into computers and devices to test an organisation's defences. As part of this course, students will develop the ethical hacker mindset by learning the fundamentals of command-line programming, attack frameworks and penetration testing.
On successful completion of this course the learner will be able to: - Set up encryption - Carry out basic password cracking - Uncover the trust between the computer and keyboard - Understand fundamentals of command-line programming - Understand basic attack frameworks and penetration testing In addition, this badge recognises that participants in the Cyber Security Academy have effectively demonstrated the skills they learned related to cyber security concepts in a Capture-the-Flag challenge.
The Student Inc. programme is a full-time 13 week summer accelerator programme where participants receive approximately 45 training sessions and participate on many of the 100+ mentoring sessions throughout the programme. Participants work on their own, in groups with students from their own campus as well as those on the other campuses and avail of the supports and resources available in their own on-campus incubators. Throughout the summer they apply their learnings from their training and mentoring sessions to their own business idea and produce a business plan at the end of the programme outlining how the business will proceed to the next stage. More information can be found at: http://www.studentinc.ie
This badge is earned on completion of a comprehensive business plan on the student’s unique business idea covering all aspects of setting up a business: marketing, finance, production, logistics, project planning, pricing and intellectual property.
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Entrepreneurship for Creative Industries
Creative professionals are often self-employed, freelancers and part of the gig economy. This course provides them with relevant entrepreneurial, marketing, and technical skills. In particular, the learner defines and assesses a personal business model, learns how to market it, and engages with the latest technical tools.
The general objectives of the training is to: - Support successful careers in the creative industries, in particular, by enhancing employability and earning potential. - Address a gap in domain specific creative degree programs business, marketing and entrepreneurial skills with digital skills - Create and set the basis for a training programme ready to be transferred and mainstreamed in training institutions in Europe (Erasmus+ funded). - Promote innovative practices in education in general and entrepreneurship education Successful completion of this module will entail the learner having attained skills to improve the sustainability of their self-employment initiatives and projects – specifically: - The ability to develop and assess business models relevant to their career - Technical and digital skills towards the production, marketing, and distribution of their work; and, - Marketing skills More information on these skills can be found [here](https://hincks.cit.ie/new-skills-for-new-artists---n).
Academic Integrity - test of the Epigeum Canvas course for lecturers
Completion of Canvas Academic Integrity course at MTU.
Academic Integrity - test of the Epigeum Canvas course for students
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This badge is awarded on completion of the MTU Academic Integrity course for staff.
On completion of this course you will understand: - What is academic integrity? - How to promote a culture of academic integrity - How to identifying and responding to breaches of academic integrity - The implications of teaching, learning and assessment for academic integrity - Assessment design choices for academic integrity
This badge is awarded on completion of the MTU Academic Integrity course for students.
On completion of this course you will understand: - What is academic integrity? - How to show academic integrity in your preparation - How to show academic integrity in your work - How to feel more confident about academic integrity - How to deal with more complex situations
Completion Unit 1: Academic Integrity for Staff
This milestone badge is issued on completion Unit 1 of the Academic Integrity for Staff course. Learners need to unlock 5 milestone badges within this course to earn the Academic Integrity for Staff digital badge.
Completion Unit 2: Academic Integrity for Staff
This milestone badge is issued on completion Unit 2 of the Academic Integrity for Staff course. Learners need to unlock 5 milestone badges within this course to earn the Academic Integrity for Staff digital badge.
Completion Unit 3: Academic Integrity for Staff
This milestone badge is issued on completion Unit 3 of the Academic Integrity for Staff course. Learners need to unlock 5 milestone badges within this course to earn the Academic Integrity for Staff digital badge.
Completion Unit 4: Academic Integrity for Staff
This milestone badge is issued on completion Unit 4 of the Academic Integrity for Staff course. Learners need to unlock 5 milestone badges within this course to earn the Academic Integrity for Staff digital badge.
Completion Unit 5: Academic Integrity for Staff
This milestone badge is issued on completion Unit 5 of the Academic Integrity for Staff course. Learners need to unlock 5 milestone badges within this course to earn the Academic Integrity for Staff digital badge.
Completion Unit 1: Academic Integrity for Students
This milestone badge is issued on completion Unit 1 of the Academic Integrity for Students course. Learners need to unlock 5 milestone badges within this course to earn the Academic Integrity for Students digital badge.
Learners will earn this badge when the following criteria have been met: - Completion of learning material associated with **Unit 1: What is academic integrity?** - Score of **80% on the Unit 1 knowledge check**
Completion Unit 2: Academic Integrity for Students
This milestone badge is issued on completion Unit 2 of the Academic Integrity for Students course. Learners need to unlock 5 milestone badges within this course to earn the Academic Integrity for Students digital badge.
Learners will earn this badge when the following criteria have been met: - Completion of learning material associated with **Unit 2: How to show academic integrity in your preparation** - Score of **80% on the Unit 2 knowledge check**
Completion Unit 3: Academic Integrity for Students
This milestone badge is issued on completion Unit 3 of the Academic Integrity for Students course. Learners need to unlock 5 milestone badges within this course to earn the Academic Integrity for Students digital badge.
Learners will earn this badge when the following criteria have been met: - Completion of learning material associated with **Unit 3: How to show academic integrity in your work** - Score of **80% on the Unit 3 knowledge check**
Completion Unit 4: Academic Integrity for Students
This milestone badge is issued on completion Unit 4 of the Academic Integrity for Students course. Learners need to unlock 5 milestone badges within this course to earn the Academic Integrity for Students digital badge.
Learners will earn this badge when the following criteria have been met: - Completion of learning material associated with **Unit 4: How to feel more confident about academic integrity** - Score of **80% on the Unit 4 knowledge check**
Completion Unit 5: Academic Integrity for Students
This milestone badge is issued on completion Unit 5 of the Academic Integrity for Students course. Learners need to unlock 5 milestone badges within this course to earn the Academic Integrity for Students digital badge.
Learners will earn this badge when the following criteria have been met: - Completion of learning material associated with **Unit 5: How do I deal with more complex situations around Academic Integrity** - Score of **80% on the Unit 5 knowledge check**
Research Ethics @ MTU – The Application Process
In AY 22/23, there will be new Human Research Ethics Applications forms for University staff (academic and contract research) and research students (Masters and PhD) to complete when carrying out research involving humans. The new forms will require understanding of Ethics Screening, and the differences between Minimal Risk Review and Full Ethics Review. As part of the new application process, researchers are required to participate in specific training provided in research ethics and provide certification of same in the research ethics application process. This module will satisfy this requirement.
On successful completion of this training module the learner will be able to: 1. Understand the research ethics submissions and approvals process; 2. Be aware of what is meant by informed consent in research; 3. Differentiate between vulnerable and non-vulnerable groups in research; 4. Distinguish between the various types of harm and risk in research; 5. Understand the various modes of data collection and data management requirements in research; 6. Understand the level of information required for an Information Sheet/Consent Form.
Cryptography is integral to our online world. Online shopping, banking and communication all rely on cryptography to work effectively. As part of this course, students will learn how this cryptography works and how to set-up encryption to keep all their own messages and communications safe. Password cracking and how to uncover hidden information when cryptography is not implemented correctly was also covered. Ethical hacking is legally breaking into computers and devices to test an organisation's defenses. As part of this course, students will develop the ethical hacker mindset by learning the fundamentals of command-line programming, attack frameworks and penetration testing.
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to: - Set up encryption - Carry out basic password cracking - Uncover the trust between the computer and keyboard - Understand fundamentals of command-line programming - Understand basic attack frameworks and penetration testing These learning outcomes are evidenced through the Academy's Capture the Flag competition.
Accuracy Checking Pharmacy Professionals
The Department of Tourism and Hospitality’s Sustainability and Food Waste course was developed as a means of helping students to identify and reduce food waste. The course covers topics such as identification and use of waste streams, the importance of local suppliers and key elements related to menu planning. In addition, students will learn how this topic links to European Climate Change Actions.
On successful completion of this course, students will understand how to: - actively help to reduce food waste - identify waste streams and use them correctly - be more conscious about where food for your class is coming from - realise the importance of menu planning
This badge is a a collaboration between the Alumni Office and the Careers Office of MTU and is awarded on completion of the Joint Mentorship Programme
On completion of the Joint Mentorship Programme, students will be able to: 1. Demonstrate a clear understanding of the Alumni Joint Mentorship Program and its objectives in the context of Mentoring. 2. Critically analyse, reflect and discuss their key learning points arising from the mentorship engagement and the training sessions. 3. Contribute fully as a JMP Mentee in the evaluation process including participation in the final evaluation session.
Health, Sport and Exercise Sciences - Student Facilitator Bronze Digital Badge
This bronze level badge is awarded on completion of the MTU Health, Sport and Exercise Sciences module when students can effectively demonstrate Student Facilitator skills through the planning, delivery and evaluation of sessions they lead for other students.
Students will be eligible to earn this bronze level badge on completion of the following criteria: - Attend 4 lecturer-led facilitation workshops - Engage in the evaluation process of the workshop - Complete a 500 word reflective diary detailing the learning acquired as a participant and possible future application as a facilitator.
Health, Sport and Exercise Sciences - Student Facilitator Silver Digital Badge
This silver level badge is awarded on completion of the MTU Health, Sport and Exercise Sciences module when students can effectively demonstrate Student Facilitator skills through the planning, delivery and evaluation of sessions they lead for other students.
Students will be eligible to earn this silver level badge on completion of the following criteria: - Attend 3 hours of classes on pedagogical theory - Attend 4 lecturer-led facilitation workshops - Engage in the evaluation process of the workshops - Complete a 300 word reflection of learning to apply as a facilitator. - Plan and design one facilitation style workshop, carry out and self-evaluate.
Health, Sport and Exercise Sciences - Student Facilitator Gold Digital Badge
Students who engage with the Health, Sport and Exercise Sciences module and effectively develop Student Facilitator skills by planning, delivering and evaluating sessions they lead for other students will be eligible for this badge.
Students will be eligible to earn this gold level badge on completion of the following criteria: - Attend a minimum of 5 hours of classes on pedagogical theory - Plan and lead 4 facilitation workshops - Evaluate workshop; self, peer facilitator and participant - Complete a 500 word personal reflection on learning
Design Thinking Workshop Facilitation - Bronze Digital Badge
This bronze level badge is awarded on completion of the Design Thinking Workshop Facilitation course. Design thinking refers to the set of cognitive, strategic and practical procedures used by designers in the process of designing, and to the body of knowledge that has been developed about how people reason when engaging with design problems. This programme is designed to provide foundational knowledge to understand and apply some design thinking principles.
By the end of this course, participants will be able to: - Understand the fundamentals of design thinking and how design thinking workshops enable experiential learning - Apply the key components of design thinking with a view to workshop design - Design a design thinking workshop These learning outcomes are evidenced through a number of tasks and participants will be eligible to earn this bronze level badge on completion of: - the requisite learning material in each unit - a set of reflective questions offered as part of each unit
Design Thinking Workshop Facilitation - Silver Digital Badge
This silver level badge is awarded on completion of the Design Thinking Workshop Facilitation course. Design thinking refers to the set of cognitive, strategic and practical procedures used by designers in the process of designing, and to the body of knowledge that has been developed about how people reason when engaging with design problems. This programme is designed to provide foundational knowledge to understand and apply some design thinking principles.
By the end of this course, participants will be able to: - Understand the fundamentals of design thinking and how design thinking workshops enable experiential learning - Apply the key components of design thinking with a view to workshop design - Design a design thinking workshop These learning outcomes are evidenced through a number of tasks and participants will be eligible to earn this silver level badge on completion of: - the requisite learning material in each unit - a set of reflective questions offered as part of each unit - an agenda Canvas
Design Thinking Workshop Facilitation - Gold Digital Badge
This gold level badge is awarded on completion of the Design Thinking Workshop Facilitation course. Design thinking refers to the set of cognitive, strategic and practical procedures used by designers in the process of designing, and to the body of knowledge that has been developed about how people reason when engaging with design problems. This programme is designed to provide foundational knowledge to understand and apply some design thinking principles.
By the end of this course, participants will be able to: - Understand the fundamentals of design thinking and how design thinking workshops enable experiential learning - Apply the key components of design thinking with a view to workshop design - Design a design thinking workshop These learning outcomes are evidenced through a number of tasks and participants will be eligible to earn this gold level badge on completion of: - the requisite learning material in each unit - a set of reflective questions offered as part of each unit - an agenda Canvas - a reflection on the delivery of workshops based on the developed agenda Canvas
Civic and Community Engagement - Bronze Digital Badge
MTU recognises and values the significant contribution of MTU’s student and staff volunteers to the wider community at local, national, and international levels. Engaging with one’s community as a volunteer brings reciprocal benefits to the individual and society which is in line with MTU strategy. This bronze level digital badge represents a minimum of 20 hours of civic and community engagement through volunteering.
Bronze badge recipients demonstrate a minimum 20 hour commitment to a voluntary organisation/project; this may be on campus, within local community or in the recipient’s home town. - Recipients are required to complete the minimum volunteer hours and a member of the organisation must sign off on volunteer hours. - Following completion of this step, recipients must complete a reflection highlighting the impact and benefits that both the recipient and the organisation gained from this volunteering role. - Once complete, recipients need to submit both documents to Canvas. Recipients are then eligible to receive this digital badge as a representation of their effort and contribution.
Civic and Community Engagement - Silver Digital Badge
MTU recognises and values the significant contribution of MTU’s student and staff volunteers to the wider community at local, national, and international levels. Engaging with one’s community as a volunteer brings reciprocal benefits to the individual and society which is in line with MTU strategy. This silver level digital badge represents a minimum of 40 hours of civic and community engagement through volunteering.
Silver badge recipients demonstrate a minimum 40 hour commitment to a voluntary organisation/project; this may be on campus, within local community or in the recipient’s home town. - Recipients are required to complete the minimum volunteer hours and a member of the organisation must sign off on volunteer hours. - Following completion of this step, recipients must complete a reflection highlighting the impact and benefits that both the recipient and the organisation gained from this volunteering role. - Once complete, recipients need to submit both documents to Canvas. Recipients are then eligible to receive this digital badge as a representation of their effort and contribution.
Civic and Community Engagement - Gold Digital Badge
MTU recognises and values the significant contribution of MTU’s student and staff volunteers to the wider community at local, national, and international levels. Engaging with one’s community as a volunteer brings reciprocal benefits to the individual and society which is in line with MTU strategy. This gold level digital badge represents a minimum of 60 hours of civic and community engagement through volunteering.
Gold badge recipients demonstrate a minimum 60 hour commitment to a voluntary organisation/project; this may be on campus, within local community or in the recipient’s home town. - Recipients are required to complete the minimum volunteer hours and a member of the organisation must sign off on volunteer hours. - Following completion of this step, recipients must complete a reflection highlighting the impact and benefits that both the recipient and the organisation gained from this volunteering role. - Once complete, recipients need to submit both documents to Canvas. Recipients are then eligible to receive this digital badge as a representation of their effort and contribution.
White Ribbon Ireland E-Learning Programme
The awarding of this digital badge, issued by MTU in partnership with Men’s Development Network / White Ribbon Ireland (https://mensnetwork.ie/whiteribbon-schools/) recognises the completion of a six-week online learning programme on school-related gender-based violence (SRGBV) for secondary school professionals. The completion of this training highlights competency in, but also a commitment towards, engaging men and boys as allies for promoting gender equality and in ending SRGBV in Ireland.
On successful completion of this E-Learning Programme, learners are able to: - Understand the differences between sex and gender, and how gender roles and norms influence the school environment, parents’ and teachers’ behaviours and expectations; - Identify and distinguish different types of gender-based violence (GBV), their prevalence, perpetrators, causes, and impacts; - Demonstrate in-depth knowledge of SRGBV, including its different types and prevalence, where SRGBV happens, who are the victims and perpetrators, and how these different types of SRGBV overlap; - Demonstrate understanding of the root causes, risk factors, and consequences of SRGBV, including its impacts on a student victim’s school performance and their well-being; - Comprehend the importance of engaging men and boys in primary prevention, including the rationale for such engagement, the barriers to engagement, and different strategies to overcome these barriers. - Evaluate and apply different types of SRGBV reporting and counselling mechanisms and best practices for making referrals to appropriate agencies These learning outcomes are evidenced through a number of tasks and participants have earned this badge based on - Completion of 4 out of the 6 programme modules, over a course of 6 weeks, which include self-paced e-learning training, scenario-based training and automated interactive assessment activities. - Scoring at least 80% in an automated assessment quiz within each of the programme module. - Participation in a peer reflection space within each of the programme modules. This involves offering a personal reflection and feedback to peer participants based on a question or topic provided by MDN each week.
The Assignment Toolkit includes a suite of modules that guides students through the assignment completion process and provides a grounding in academic integrity by using best practice guidance at every stage. Students receive a milestone badge on completion of each of the modules in the toolkit. This Assignment toolkit Digital Badge is then issued on successful completion of all 8 modules.
On successful completion of this assignment toolkit learners will: - Gain a better insight into library services & resources - Understand how to think critically - Learn techniques to identify misinformation - Search effectively for source material - Read academic material and plan for assignments - Understand plagiarism - Learn essential assignment writing skills - Learn how to Reference
Module 1: Assignment Toolkit - Getting to Know your Library
This milestone badge is issued on completion Module 1 of the Assignment Toolkit: Getting to Know your Library. Learners need to unlock 8 milestone badges within this course and achieve 80% in the final quiz to earn the Assignment Toolkit digital badge.
Learners will earn this badge when the following criteria have been met: - Completion of learning material associated with Module 1 of the Assignment Toolkit: Getting to Know your Library.
Module 2: Assignment Toolkit - Critical Thinking Skills
This milestone badge is issued on completion Module 2 of the Assignment Toolkit: Critical Thinking Skills. Learners need to unlock 8 milestone badges within this course and achieve 80% in the final quiz to earn the Assignment Toolkit digital badge.
Learners will earn this badge when the following criteria have been met: - Completion of learning material associated with Module 2 of the Assignment Toolkit: Critical Thinking Skills
Module 3: Assignment Toolkit - Misinformation & News Media
This milestone badge is issued on completion Module 3 of the Assignment Toolkit: Misinformation & News Media. Learners need to unlock 8 milestone badges within this course and achieve 80% in the final quiz to earn the Assignment Toolkit digital badge.
Learners will earn this badge when the following criteria have been met: - Completion of learning material associated with Module 3 of the Assignment Toolkit: Misinformation & News Media
Module 4: Assignment Toolkit - Effective Searching
This milestone badge is issued on completion Module 4 of the Assignment Toolkit: Effective Searching. Learners need to unlock 8 milestone badges within this course and achieve 80% in the final quiz to earn the Assignment Toolkit digital badge.
Learners will earn this badge when the following criteria have been met: - Completion of learning material associated with Module 4 of the Assignment Toolkit: Effective Searching
Module 5: Assignment Toolkit - Planning & Reading
This milestone badge is issued on completion Module 5 of the Assignment Toolkit: Planning & Reading. Learners need to unlock 8 milestone badges within this course and achieve 80% in the final quiz to earn the Assignment Toolkit digital badge.
Learners will earn this badge when the following criteria have been met: - Completion of learning material associated with Module 5 of the Assignment Toolkit: Planning & Reading
Module 6: Assignment Toolkit - Understanding Plagiarism
This milestone badge is issued on completion Module 6 of the Assignment Toolkit: Understanding Plagiarism. Learners need to unlock 8 milestone badges within this course and achieve 80% in the final quiz to earn the Assignment Toolkit digital badge.
Learners will earn this badge when the following criteria have been met: - Completion of learning material associated with Module 6 of the Assignment Toolkit: Understanding Plagiarism
This milestone badge is issued on completion Module 7 of the Assignment Toolkit: Writing. Learners need to unlock 8 milestone badges within this course and achieve 80% in the final quiz to earn the Assignment Toolkit digital badge.
Learners will earn this badge when the following criteria have been met: - Completion of learning material associated with Module 7 of the Assignment Toolkit: Writing
Module 8: Assignment Toolkit - Referencing
This milestone badge is issued on completion Module 8 of the Assignment Toolkit: Referencing. Learners need to unlock 8 milestone badges within this course and achieve 80% in the final quiz to earn the Assignment Toolkit digital badge.
Learners will earn this badge when the following criteria have been met: - Completion of learning material associated with Module 8 of the Assignment Toolkit: Referencing
Identifying & Responding to Distressed or At Risk Students
This digital badge is awarded on successful completion of two modules in Canvas along with a final knowledge check. The aim of the these modules is to support staff to understand the stressors faced by today's student, recognise when students are in distress or at risk and learn how to respond effectively.
On successful completion of these modules, staff will be equipped to: - Understand the stressors faced by today's students - Recognise and respond to students in distress or at risk - Provide solutions and skills to support students Staff are then eligible to receive this digital badge as a representation of their effort and learning.
Identifying & Responding to Distressed or At Risk Students: Workshop
This digital badge is awarded on successful completion of two modules in Canvas and an additional dedicated workshop with the MTU Student Counselling Service. The aim of the this training is to support staff to understand the stressors faced by today's student, recognise when students are in distress or at risk and learn how to respond effectively.
On successful completion of these modules, staff will be equipped to: - Understand the stressors faced by today's students - Recognise and respond to students in distress or at risk - Provide solutions and skills to support students Staff are then eligible to receive this digital badge as a representation of their effort and learning from the Canvas training and customised workshop.
This Digital Badge is available to those who undertake the Elevate Fundamentals programme offered by the Teaching & Learning Unit at MTU. It indicates that a person has completed a meaningful reflection on what it is to be an effective leader, the role of motivation when leading and how they can lead more in their professional and personal lives.
Participants will undertake a reflective journal of 1,200 words. The journal will comprise of four reflective entries in total (300 words per entry). The first three entries will each focus on a key learning of leadership identified during each of the programme sessions. The final journal entry will reflect on their key learnings from the programme as a whole and highlight the impact this will have on their leadership behaviour in the future. On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to: 1. Clearly define what it takes to be a good and effective leader 2. Understand the various leadership styles 3. Identify the role motivation plays within leadership 4. Assess their own leadership style and capability
This Digital Badge is available to those who undertake the Elevate Leadership Core programme offered by the Teaching & Learning Unit at MTU. It indicates that a person has completed a meaningful reflection on what constitutes effective leadership practice and that they are familiar with a range of leadership styles, concepts and principles.
Participants will undertake a significant reflection piece of 1500 words on an element of their leadership practice using an established reflective cycle model. Learners are expected to create a journal of approximately 300 words after each session culminating in a final journal of 1500 words which will incorporate key learnings and insights into how their leadership practice may change in the future. On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to: 1. Develop their knowledge of leadership in the context of the work environment they encounter daily. 2. Apply various leadership concepts and models with an emphasis on the skills and behaviours that are required to be an effective leader. 3. Assess their own potential contribution to impact on teams and situations in their sphere of influence. 4. Finally, learners will in a position to examine how through their own leadership they can best support students and colleagues in MTU.
This Digital Badge is available to those who undertake the Elevate Experiential Leadership programme offered by the Teaching & Learning Unit at MTU. It indicates that a person has completed a meaningful reflection on their leadership practice and that they are au fait with a range of leadership concepts that can be applied in a Higher Education setting.
Participants will undertake a significant reflection piece of 2000 words on an element of their leadership practice using an established reflective cycle model. The assessment should demonstrate clear engagement with the programme, some evidence of external reading/ viewing of leadership material and peer engagement wiht those on the programme. On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to: 1. Assess their own leadership styles and capabilities. 2. Apply various leadership concepts and models in understanding and developing their leadership practice and those of people they work with. 3. Evaluate the role of communication in leading interpersonally and within teams. 4. Assess their own contribution to forming culture within teams they lead or influence.
This badge is awarded on successful completion of the Sustainability 101 course for staff. This course, designed and developed by Change by Degrees, aims to help you to enhance your skills and knowledge on climate change and sustainability
To earn this digital badge you will need to complete all 10 units of the course, including the quizzes at the end of each unit. Topics include, but are not limited to, the climate crisis, conscious consumption, food sustainability, the circular economy, sustainable transport, and your wellbeing.
This milestone badge is issued on completion Unit 1 of the Sustainability 101 Course: Tackling the Climate Crisis. Learners need to unlock 9 milestone badges within this course to earn the Sustainability digital badge.
Learners will earn this badge when the following criteria have been met: - Completion of learning material associated with Unit 1 of Sustainability 101: Tackling the Climate Crisis. - Scoring 80% or more in the unit quiz
This milestone badge is issued on completion Unit 3 of the Sustainability 101 Course: Playing your Part. Learners need to unlock 9 milestone badges within this course to earn the Sustainability digital badge.
Learners will earn this badge when the following criteria have been met: - Completion of learning material associated with Unit 3 of Sustainability 101: Playing your Part. - Scoring 80% or more in the unit quiz
This milestone badge is issued on completion Unit 4 of the Sustainability 101 Course: Conscious Consumption. Learners need to unlock 9 milestone badges within this course to earn the Sustainability digital badge.
Learners will earn this badge when the following criteria have been met: - Completion of learning material associated with Unit 4 of Sustainability 101: Conscious Consumption. - Scoring 80% or more in the unit quiz
This milestone badge is issued on completion Unit 5 of the Sustainability 101 Course: Embracing the Circular Economy. Learners need to unlock 9 milestone badges within this course to earn the Sustainability digital badge.
Learners will earn this badge when the following criteria have been met: - Completion of learning material associated with Unit 5 of Sustainability 101: Embracing the Circular Economy. - Scoring 80% or more in the unit quiz
This milestone badge is issued on completion Unit 6 of the Sustainability 101 Course: Stepping Up for Sustainable Transport. Learners need to unlock 9 milestone badges within this course to earn the Sustainability digital badge.
Learners will earn this badge when the following criteria have been met: - Completion of learning material associated with Unit 6 of Sustainability 101: Stepping Up for Sustainable Transport. - Scoring 80% or more in the unit quiz
This milestone badge is issued on completion Unit 7 of the Sustainability 101 Course: Switching to Renewables. Learners need to unlock 9 milestone badges within this course to earn the Sustainability digital badge.
Learners will earn this badge when the following criteria have been met: - Completion of learning material associated with Unit 7 of Sustainability 101: Switching to Renewables. - Scoring 80% or more in the unit quiz
This milestone badge is issued on completion Unit 8 of the Sustainability 101 Course: Food Sustainability with GIY. Learners need to unlock 9 milestone badges within this course to earn the Sustainability digital badge.
Learners will earn this badge when the following criteria have been met: - Completion of learning material associated with Unit 8 of Sustainability 101: Food Sustainability with GIY. - Scoring 80% or more in the unit quiz
This milestone badge is issued on completion Unit 9 of the Sustainability 101 Course: Your Wellbeing and Sustainability. Learners need to unlock 9 milestone badges within this course to earn the Sustainability digital badge.
Learners will earn this badge when the following criteria have been met: - Completion of learning material associated with Unit 9 of Sustainability 101: Your Wellbeing and Sustainability. - Scoring 80% or more in the unit quiz
This milestone badge is issued on completion Unit 2 of the Sustainability 101 Course: Caring for Nature. Learners need to unlock 9 milestone badges within this course to earn the Sustainability digital badge.
Learners will earn this badge when the following criteria have been met: - Completion of learning material associated with Unit 2 of Sustainability 101: Caring for Nature. - Scoring 80% or more in the unit quiz
Completion of Introduction unit - Sustainability 101
This milestone badge is issued on completion of the Introduction unit of the Sustainability 101 Course: Your Wellbeing and Sustainability. Learners need to unlock 10 milestone badges within this course to earn the Sustainability digital badge.
Learners will earn this badge when the following criteria have been met: - Completion of learning material associated with the introduction unit of Sustainability 101: Your Wellbeing and Sustainability.
Universal Designed Approach to Work Placement Support Practices
This badge equips MTU staff members with an introductory knowledge of Universal Design principles and their application to work placement practices and supports. Legislative and policy contexts are explored. On successful completion of the module, the learner will be able to apply Universal Design in their work placement practices.
Participation in the Digital Badge is limited to those who have attended the scheduled events which will be organised by the Office of the Assistant Registrar. The Digital Badge is awarded for attendance at 80% of the sessions, and completing a brief reflection on how the training might impact future practice plans (500 words). Participation in the project requires a 12-hour commitment to attend both the online and onsite seminars over a period of six weeks. **Skills & Knowledge** - Develop an appreciation of the national and MTU legal and policy obligations to support all students in work placement - Enhancement of knowledge of Universal Design in Higher Education - Further develop staff practices when creating a safe environment for students to disclose reasonable accommodation needs - Enhancement of staff application of best practice in the provision of reasonable accommodation within work placement
Research Integrity @ MTU - Fostering Research Integrity
The module focuses on the interrelation between research integrity, research ethics and open research, to align with requirements locally and nationally on same. Guest speakers external to Munster Technological University will speak on their own research experiences in terms of research integrity, research ethics and open research, with participants required to submit a reflective essay on points mentioned by the speakers and how they relate to their own research practices.
Participants will be eligible to earn this digital badge on completion of all workshops and submission of a reflective essay that maps points made by external guest speakers with four learning outcomes. These learning outcomes are: 1. Relate requirements locally, nationally and internationally on research integrity, research ethics and open research to own research practices. 2. Gain awareness of good practice in research area and research context. 3. Reflect on what works well in research area, especially in relation to research integrity. 4. Reflect on barriers to embedding good research practices in research area.
Introduction to Circular Economy and Regenerative Tourism
This digital badge is awarded on successful completion of an online programme.
This digital badge is awarded on successful completion of an online course including 6 core modules, 6 core masterclasses plus 3 electives (modules or masterclasses). On successful completion of this course the learner will be able to: - Recognise the concepts of circular economy and regenerative tourism as they relate to tourism businesses. - Use tools to assist tourism businesses develop sustainability practices. outcome. - Employ practices to influence positive behavioural change amongst visitors.
INGENIUM Junior Winter School on Entrepreneurship, Technology, Health and People
This badge is issued to students who have successfully completed the INGENIUM Winter School on Entrepreneurship, Technology, Health and People at Munster Technological University (MTU). This INGENIUM Winter School brings together students from all ten INGENIUM member universities for a week of interdisciplinary collaboration and cross-cultural understanding.
Students must complete the following activities to ensure that they have successfully met the learning outcomes for the week-long INGENIUM Winter School: - Students will evaluate a range of contemporary challenges and collaboratively formulate solutions in a workshop environment. - Students will be evaluated as a group in the solution devised during an intense 2-day hackathon, the tools and approach taken and the delivery of said solution as part of a pitching round by a board of assessors/examiners. - Students will participate in a structured debate and workshop in which these aspects will be explored. - Students will brainstorm group discussions and presentations to develop essential skills like communication, teamwork, and critical thinking. - Students will develop a prototype solution that may be used in market research. - Students will debate and present collaboratively developed solutions. - Students will solve a series of cybersecurity challenges to complete this workshop.
INGENIUM Mentor: Junior Winter School on Entrepreneurship, Technology, Health and People
This badge is issued to individuals who have acted as a mentor for participants of the INGENIUM Winter School on Entrepreneurship, Technology, Health and People at Munster Technological University (MTU). This INGENIUM Winter School brings together students from all ten INGENIUM member universities for a week of interdisciplinary collaboration and cross-cultural understanding.
Mentors will support the participants of the INGENIUM Winter School as they carry out their activities to ensure that they have successfully met the learning outcomes for the week-long course. Participant activities include: - The participant will evaluate a range of contemporary challenges and collaboratively formulate solutions in a workshop environment - Participants will be evaluated as a group in the solution devised during an intense 2-day hackathon, the tools and approach taken and the delivery of said solution as part of a pitching round by a board of assessors/examiners - Participants will participate in a structured debate and workshop in which these aspects will be explored - Participants will brainstorm group discussions and presentations to develop essential skills like communication, teamwork, and critical thinking - Participants will develop a prototype solution that may be used in market research - Participants will debate and present collaboratively developed solutions - Participants will solve a series of cybersecurity challenges to complete this workshop
After attending the two-day Industry Mentorship Workshop, the attendees will understand the roles and responsibilities of a REEdI Industry Mentor. They will be fully aware of the required learning outcomes to be met by REEdI students in the workplace over a two-year period. Participants will engage in group discussions and activities relevant to mentoring students on extended work placements. The workshop enables attendees to become well-rounded Mentors.
Participants must: 1. Attend a two-day REEdI Industry Mentorship Workshop. 2. Demonstrate understanding of the roles and responsibilities of REEdI Industry Mentors. 3. Participate in the group activities during the Workshop.
Introduction to LEGO® Serious Play® by REEdI - Workshop
Our LEGO® Serious Play® (LSP) workshops immerse participants in a creative approach to boosting communication, innovation, and business performance through active learning. Workshop participants will engage in hands-on activities, learning to facilitate group discussions and problem-solving sessions, by using the LSP method. The introductory workshop covers the fundamental principles of LEGO® Serious Play® and its practical applications in enhancing team dynamics, improving communication, and fostering creative thinking. It equips participants with the knowledge and tools to use the LSP method for unlocking team potential through collaboration and imagination.
On successful completion of this workshop participants will be equipped to: 1. Demonstrate an understanding of LSP principles and applications in enhancing team dynamics, communication, and creative problem-solving. Workshop participants are eligible to receive this badge as a representation of their effort and learning from attending the workshop.
Research Integrity @ MTU - Research Data Management
As part of the University’s commitment to research excellence, research data should be managed to the highest standards throughout its lifecycle, aligning with the University’s Research Integrity (RI) Policy and Research Data Management (RDM) Policy. Along with the principles of RI being accountability, honesty, reliability and respect, the RI policy also states that not preserving primary research data and/or poor research data management and storage are forms of unacceptable research practices. The learning outcomes from this module support compliance with these aspects of the RI Policy.
Participants will be eligible to earn this digital badge on completion of all webinars and the development of a research data management plan. Upon completion of this module, the learner should have an understanding of: 1. How to password protect your research data, 2. How to encrypt your research data, 3. How to store and share your research data securely and on an open data repository, 4. How to anonymise, pseudonymise, and deidentify your research data, 5. How to create a research data management plan.
Research Integrity @ MTU - Responsible Dissemination
Dissemination is a key component of the research process. It involves sharing the findings and outcomes of research with a wider audience, both within the academic community and beyond. There are multiple facets to responsible dissemination including, but not limited to, avoiding predatory journals and honestly reflecting an individual’s actual input through deserved authorship and/or contributions. The learning outcomes from this module support compliance with local, national and international aspects practices in responsible dissemination.
Participants will be eligible to earn this digital badge on completion of all webinars and the development of an authorship agreement. Upon completion of this module, the learner should have an understanding of: 1. Identifying Predatory Journals, 2. Good Authorship Practices, 3. CRediT – Contributor Roles Taxonomy 4. Authorship Agreements.
Foundations of Open Science includes a suite of units that teach students the basic concepts of open science. The Foundations of Open Science Digital Badge is issued on successful completion of all 4 units and a final knowledge check.
On successful completion of this badge learners will learn the basic concepts of open science and be able to incorporate Open principles into their research practices.
This badge equips MTU students with an introductory knowledge of the concept of Universal Design, the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) principles, and their application in academia. Engagement with this badge is designed to enrich the learning experiences of students, fostering engagement, initiative, and empowerment, through the exploration of the UDL concept, and its potential in enriching the learning experiences of all students. Participation in the project requires a 6-hour commitment to engage with online modules attend a 2-hour in-person workshop and complete a reflection/redesign activity.
On successful completion each student will be able to: 1. Identify the principles of UDL. 2. Describe how the Universal Design for Learning framework can support diverse learners. 3.Identify how the principles of UDL may assist students in their academic journey. 4. Utilise a variety of UDL strategies that students may use to assist them in their engagement with academia.
This badge equips MTU students with an understanding of the concept of Universal Design, the Universal Design for Learning principles, and their application in academia. Engagement with this badge is designed to enrich students' learning experiences, fostering engagement, initiative, and empowerment, through the exploration of the UDL concept and its potential in enriching the learning experiences of all students. In addition, engagement with this UDL facilitator badge will enable participants to advocate for the use of UDL, and mentor peers as they explore the use of UDL in their academic endeavours. Participation in the project requires a 12-hour commitment.
On successful completion each student will be able to: 1. Identify the principles of UDL. 2. Describe how the Universal Design for Learning framework can support diverse learners. 3. Identify how the principles of UDL may assist students in their academic journey. 4. Demonstrate a variety of UDL strategies that students may use to assist them in their engagement with academia. 5. Mentor peers as they engage with the UDL Student Badge and explore embedding some UDL-informed strategies in their academic endeavours.
This module is tailored for lecturers or course developers who are seeking to broaden their comprehension and awareness of LGBTQ issues within the context of STEM mathematics education and who wish to enhance inclusion, visibility, and the sense of belonging of non-binary students who are taking Mathematics/Maths related subjects. It is aimed at participants who may be newcomers to LGBTQ topics who seek a structured approach to integrating these perspectives into their curriculum. This module provides foundational knowledge and practical tools for critically examining and transforming traditional STEM mathematics education through a queer curriculum framework.
**The learner will make at least one contribution from the following list of options:** 1. Contribute to a Queer Pedagogy Padlet or Discussion Board 2. Contribute to the Maths Hero Padlet or Discussion Board 3. Contribute a Maths meme/book title/maths example or event.
Research Integrity @ MTU – Statistical Analysis Planning
Statistics fills the crucial gap between information and knowledge. Society cannot be run effectively on the basis of hunches or trial and error. This module will provide guidance as to which statistics to use, why to use those statistics, and when to use them. Through this module the learner will be provided with guidance relevant to data analysis in the design and planning of experiments and studies as part of the research process applicable. This module is applicable to all disciplines and will introduce the learner to statistical methodologies and applications to research.
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to: 1. Use statistics to reduce complex data situations to manageable formats in order to describe, explain or model them, 2. Outline a plan for appropriate descriptive statistics for various data types, 3. Plan and critique statistical tests on one and two sample data, 4. Set up and critically analyse data sets in both a parametric and non-parametric way, 5. Communicate effectively research findings in a clear concise manner using correct terminology. The learner will be required to successfully complete an assessment (MCQ) on data types and statistical methodologies using practical scenarios in order to receive this badge.
This four hour virtually delivered training course, offered to Dell Technologies by the Centre of Advanced Manufacturing and Management Systems at Munster Technological University, Cork, Ireland covers a number of topics related to automation. The course covers the following content: (1) The history and progression of automation technologies and the advantages they bring. (2) The Modern Automated Assembly line, its component technologies and best practices to include-Sensors, Actuators and Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) technology. (3) Basics of Automation Technologies including Robotics, Vision Technology, Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC’s). (4) Positioning Yourself for the Future – What skills will help you.
Recipients must complete the following criteria in order to earn this badge: At the end of the 4 hour training session each participant must complete a 30 minute online assessment on the content covered throughout the course. Each participant must complete and pass this assessment in order to earn this badge. After completing this course the learner will: - Have an understanding of the history and progression of automation technologies and the advantages they bring. - Have a foundational understanding of the key components to automation in their workplace. - Have reflected on the skills, knowledge and attitudes they will require to work successfully in a fast-changing environment.
The Digital Badge is available to all Mentors involved in the MTU Joint Mentorship Programme. Mentors on the programme engage in six meetings with their mentee between November and April, share their professional experience with the mentee and encourage the students progression in their particular field of study.
Mentors are required to submit a short reflection on their experience as a mentor on the Joint Mentorship Programme. On completion of this digital badge, mentors will: 1. Have a better understanding of the role of a Mentor. 2. Have a better understanding on how to enhance the mentoring experience of your mentee.
This badge encourages increased confidence in starting and normalising health conversations when engaging with farmers. It also highlights the competence and commitment to support and signpost farmers who are struggling to the necessary support services. Completing the On Feirm Ground 2 course gives agricultural professionals and service providers the opportunity to adapt and integrate the skills learned into their existing practice.
The awarding of this digital badge signifies the completion of eight (8) hours of on Feirm Ground 2 learning programme (2 hours eLearning and 6 hours experiential workshop). Upon completion of this course, the agricultural professionals and service providers will have: - Demonstrated knowledge and understanding around farmers mental health - Ability to broach mental health conversations with farmers - Capacity to identify farmers poor wellbeing - Ability to support and signpost farmers in distress to the necessary support services.
Universal Design for Senior Leaders in Tertiary Education
This online, self-paced course targets the identified needs of senior leaders in tertiary education. It provides an opportunity to develop a fuller understanding of Universal Design (UD) inclusive of Universal Design for Learning (UDL). The course will facilitate senior leaders to explore their role and responsibilities in embedding a whole systems approach to UD implementation through strategy, policy, practice and governance.
Through this course you will: - Engage with definitions and theory of UD inclusive of UDL - Enhance your capacity to strategically implement UD inclusive of UDL within the context of legislative, policy and funding frameworks. - Engage with exemplars to enhance, inform, and apply UD inclusive of UDL within your organisation. - Augment and support your strategic commitment to UD inclusive of UDL through engagement with identified resources and optional digital badge. Each of the four course units prompts a reflection. To attain the digital badge, you must have engaged with all course units and completed and submitted all four reflections.
After attending the one-day Industry Mentorship Workshop, the attendees will understand the roles and responsibilities of a REEdI Industry Mentor. They will be fully aware of the required learning outcomes to be met by REEdI students in the workplace over a two-year period. Participants will engage in group discussions and activities relevant to mentoring students on extended work placements. The workshop enables attendees to become well-rounded Mentors.
Participants must: 1. Attend a one-day REEdI Industry Mentorship Workshop. 2. Demonstrate understanding of the roles and responsibilities of REEdI Industry Mentors. 3. Participate in the group activities during the Workshop. 4. Submit a short Reflection after the workshop.
Issued on completion of criteria as set out in LTECH112
Prize for Innovation is an annual competition that awards cash prizes to student entrepreneurs whose inventions and business ideas demonstrate creativity, novelty, and strong potential for market success. It is a fantastic opportunity to receive expert advice and validation for their ideas from enterprise professionals and mentors. This competition is funded by the Cork and Kerry Local Enterprise Offices (LEOs). It offers €14,500 in cash prizes across categories such as MTU Entrepreneur of the Year and Best Business/Market Opportunity along with many more. The competition is open to all students in all years and disciplines of study.
Students can use course work as their application and can apply as a team or on their own. Applications are shortlisted and students then present their idea to a panel of judges, judges decide the winner for each prize category. All students that make the shortlist are awarded a badge. Students who make the shortlist are those whose ideas are creative, novel & demonstrate a strong possibility of market success. Students will also demonstrate: - Ideation skills, - Presentation & communication skills, - Problem Solving Skills
This self-paced online course equips students with practical financial skills to support them throughout college and beyond. Originally developed by the Access & Widening Participation team at ATU in collaboration with MABS (Money Advice & Budgeting Service), it is now being delivered at MTU as a digital badge to support student success and wellbeing. The course explores budgeting, money management, and financial planning in a relatable, student-focused way. Before starting, learners are asked to complete a short 6-question survey to help shape and inform the learning experience.
On completion of this course you will understand: - Demonstrate an understanding of basic budgeting principles and apply them to manage personal finances effectively while in college. - Identify common financial challenges faced by students and explore practical strategies for managing debt, spending, and savings. - Utilise financial planning tools to make informed decisions about money now and in preparation for future employment or life transitions. Learners will be assessed based on completion and engagement with the course content. The Financial Readiness for Life badge is awarded upon: - Completing all required sections of the course. - Actively engaging with the interactive materials and reflection prompts embedded throughout. - Completing a short pre-course survey to support learner insight and evaluation.
This programme focuses on building key skills for managers/ supervisors to encourage a proactive approach to leading and managing people. The programme empowers participants to manage their teams through a focus on specific management skills and behaviours. Participants earn a digital badge on successful completion of this programme.
Participants will take part in a number of face-to-face sessions as part of this programme. To earn the digital badge, participants are required to complete a 1000-1200 word submission reflection document that shows how they either have applied or _intend_ to apply one or more of the concepts within the programme (e.g. using root cause analysis or building a mechanism etc). On successful completion of this programme, learners will be able to: - Describe the key responsibilities of a manager - Identify problems and implement effective solutions - Engage and manage stakeholders effectively - Support and develop their team with confidence