Draft:Tiny Award

Tiny Award is a browser-based tool that allows learners to earn digital badges for completing informal learning activities—such as watching videos, reading articles, completing micro-tasks, or contributing to discussions. Unlike traditional LMS-based credentialing systems, Tiny Award works across the open web.

The platform functions through a browser extension that tracks user interactions with designated content. Once learners meet predefined mastery criteria—like viewing a full video, passing a quiz, or uploading evidence—they are issued a digital badge. Each badge includes metadata and can be stored, downloaded, or shared through a personal portfolio.

Tiny Award integrates with systems like Thinking Cap LMS, and supports custom badge definitions using open JSON templates.

• Micro-credentialing via browser extension
• Badges tied to user actions (watch, read, submit, pass)
• Customizable mastery criteria using JSON schema
• Public and private portfolios for badge storage
• Option to add endorsements and evidence to badges
• AI-assisted badge and assessment generation
• Integration with LMS platforms via API
• IMS Global / 1EdTech certified{{cite web |title=Tiny Award Certification Listing |url=https://site.imsglobal.org/certifications/tiny-award |website=1EdTech (formerly IMS Global Learning Consortium) |access-date=24 March 2025}}

Tiny Award is used by:

• Educators issuing lightweight credentials
• Learning designers recognizing informal learning
• Nonprofits and advocacy groups promoting open education
• Professional communities seeking portable proof of learning
• Individuals tracking self-directed skill development

Tiny Award was launched in 2023 by Agile.Net