9 Nomenclature

With different participants working on different sections and chapters of the micro-credential toolkit and ‘how-to’ guide, agreeing on common language and conventions to use becomes important. If there are multiple names or synonyms for a term, using one across the OER and discipline provides clarity and consistency.

This nomenclature page will be updated as conversations emerge regarding preferred terminology. It will also assist in ensuring creations use inclusive language, like for example, learner rather than student.

Please refer to the alphabetical listing below for our preferred term list. If you would like a preferred term and its synonyms added to this page, please contact Sandra Janjicek – Program and Service Coordinator (sjanjicek@ecampusontario.ca).

Preferred terminology

A-G

• e-learning NOT digital learning

H-O

• learner NOT student
• micro-credential NOT microcredential =

P-Z

• postsecondary NOT post-secondary

Capitalizations

• College
• Faculty
• Indigenous
• Indigenous Institutes
• University