Responding to the need of dental educators to be recognized for their individual growth and mastery of skills, the ADEA Micro-credentialing program launched in March 2022. This portfolio-based assessment program is designed to validate that individual skills have been put into practice and share those achievements with the wider dental education community. Five high-value micro-credentials are currently available to membership, with more to be added over time. They include:
- Developing a Teaching Philosophy,
- Facilitating Small Group Learning,
- Promoting an Inclusive and Humanistic Environment,
- Promoting Critical Thinking and
- Technology Integration in the Didactic Setting.