SmartFutures.org Launches a SKILLS Micro Credentialing Center Focusing on Math and 11 Digital Literacy Skills from Northstar Learning


We are very happy to launch the new SmartFutures.org SKILLS center, a micro-credentialing and badging resource for students grades K-adult. The new SKILLS canter offers your students the opportunity to earn Future Ready skills badges in topics that are critical for career success.

We have launched the 2019-20 SKILLS center with some amazing resources:

Future Ready Math -- An easy to use, diagnostic badging system for the applied math needed for careers. Students can earn badge levels for 1-5, can upgrade their level as they progress through school, and can access remediation through Khan Academy.

Digital Literacy -- Smart Futures has partnered with NorthStar Digital Literacy to seamlessly integrate their career ready badges into classrooms throughout Pennsylvania. Available badges include:
  • Basic Computer Skills
  • Internet Basics
  • Using E-mail
  • Windows 10
  • Mac OS
  • Microsoft Word
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft PowerPoint
  • Social Media
  • Information Literacy
  • Career Search Skills
  • Your Digital Footprint
These badges are great additions to your online portfolio and show the world you have the skills needed to thrive in a modern workplace.