Open Badge Factory adopted for "Border Tourism Certification Exam" Third Edition "Yonaguni Certification Exam" Starts [Infosign Inc.]
Infosign Inc. announces the launch of the "Yonaguni Certification Exam," the third installment of the "Border Tourism Certification Exam," which utilizes its Open Badge Factory platform. This initiative leverages digital badges for certification aimed at regional revitalization and fostering "relationship populations," serving as a valuable model for municipalities and private businesses involved in tourism, education, and regional development.
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Infosign Inc. (Location: Taito-ku, Tokyo; Representative: Susumu Murata), which supports DX in the EdTech field by integrating education and technology, announces the launch of the "Yonaguni Certification Exam," the third installment of the "Border Tourism Certification Exam" (Organized by: Japan Border Tourism Association [JBTA]; Chairman: Yoshito Izu), which adopts its Open Badge issuance platform, "Open Badge Factory."
This initiative is a case study using digital badges for certification aimed at regional revitalization and fostering "relationship populations," serving as a valuable model for municipalities and private businesses involved in tourism, education, and regional development.
Following the first "Tsushima Certification Exam" and the second "Goto (Shimogoto) Certification Exam," the third "Yonaguni Certification Exam" has now started. More certification exams for border regions are planned for the future.
◆ Overview of Border Tourism Certification Exam and Open Badge Utilization
The "Border Tourism Certification Exam" is an online examination that tests knowledge of the geography, history, culture, and nature of Japan's border regions (such as Tsushima, Goto, and Yonaguni). Successful candidates receive a digital certificate in the form of an international standard "Open Badge."
An Open Badge is an international standard (1EdTech Consortium) digital certification for learning and qualifications, which can be posted on social media and resumes, and its authenticity can be verified by third parties. Unlike paper certificates, a key feature is that holders can actively share and utilize it themselves.
Following the first "Tsushima Certification Exam" and the second "Goto (Shimogoto) Certification Exam," this "Yonaguni Certification Exam" is the third to be launched. The "Rebun Certification Exam" is also planned for the future.
● Target audience: Anyone (young travelers, seniors, students, etc.)
● Content: Geography, culture, history, nature, food, etc. (Beginner ☆ ~ Advanced ☆☆☆)
● How to take the exam: Online (apply via the official website)
● Exam fee: Free
● Passing standard: 25 out of 30 questions correct
● Details page: https://www.border-tourism.com/?anchor=examArea
● Contact for "Border Tourism Certification Exam":
https://www.border-tourism.com/contact/
Yonaguni Island, the westernmost point of Japan.
◆ Comments from Stakeholders
Yoshito Izu, Chairman, Japan Border Tourism Association
For the issuance of certificates, we adopted Open Badge Factory, which allows for the issuance of digital badges at an appropriate cost. Going forward, we envision deepening "relationship populations" through badges, such as providing travel benefits to badge holders and awarding special badges to those who acquire all four types.
Susumu Murata, Representative, Infosign Inc.
We are delighted that our Open Badge service can contribute to the initiative of communicating the charm of regions rich in history and nature. Open Badges are not limited to certifying knowledge; they serve as a means to create new value by connecting regions and people. We will continue to support challenges in various fields through digital certification technology.
◆ About Japan Border Tourism Association
The Japan Border Tourism Association aims to contribute to the regional revitalization of Japan's border regions, tourism activation, and the introduction of customs and culture, by promoting the dissemination, establishment, and expansion of demand for border tourism, centered on travel to these regions and neighboring countries. This is achieved through collaboration with private sector entities (tourism-related businesses and organizations), local governments (local public bodies and various organizations), viewing Japan's border regions as attractive tourism resources.
● Official website URL: https://www.border-tourism.com/
● Contact for "Japan Border Tourism Association":
https://www.border-tourism.com/contact/
■ Details of the Initiative
Details are posted on our blog.
https://www.infosign.co.jp/blog/yonaguni-kentei
◆ About Open Badge Factory
Open Badge Factory is a platform for creating, issuing, and managing digital badges compliant with the international standard "Open Badge." It supports a wide range of applications, including qualification exam pass certificates, course completion certificates, event participation certificates, and skill certifications, with a proven track record of utilization by educational institutions, companies, local governments, and industry associations.
It also supports the introduction of micro-credentials and gamification design, assisting in the visualization and dissemination of learning outcomes.
Click here for more details on Open Badge Factory
◆ About Infosign Inc.
Established in 2001. In December 2023, Infosign Inc. signed an exclusive distribution agreement in Japan with Open Badge Factory, a company with 12 years of open badge business experience primarily in Europe. Open source CBT platform "TAO
This initiative is a case study using digital badges for certification aimed at regional revitalization and fostering "relationship populations," serving as a valuable model for municipalities and private businesses involved in tourism, education, and regional development.
Following the first "Tsushima Certification Exam" and the second "Goto (Shimogoto) Certification Exam," the third "Yonaguni Certification Exam" has now started. More certification exams for border regions are planned for the future.
◆ Overview of Border Tourism Certification Exam and Open Badge Utilization
The "Border Tourism Certification Exam" is an online examination that tests knowledge of the geography, history, culture, and nature of Japan's border regions (such as Tsushima, Goto, and Yonaguni). Successful candidates receive a digital certificate in the form of an international standard "Open Badge."
An Open Badge is an international standard (1EdTech Consortium) digital certification for learning and qualifications, which can be posted on social media and resumes, and its authenticity can be verified by third parties. Unlike paper certificates, a key feature is that holders can actively share and utilize it themselves.
Following the first "Tsushima Certification Exam" and the second "Goto (Shimogoto) Certification Exam," this "Yonaguni Certification Exam" is the third to be launched. The "Rebun Certification Exam" is also planned for the future.
● Target audience: Anyone (young travelers, seniors, students, etc.)
● Content: Geography, culture, history, nature, food, etc. (Beginner ☆ ~ Advanced ☆☆☆)
● How to take the exam: Online (apply via the official website)
● Exam fee: Free
● Passing standard: 25 out of 30 questions correct
● Details page: https://www.border-tourism.com/?anchor=examArea
● Contact for "Border Tourism Certification Exam":
https://www.border-tourism.com/contact/
Yonaguni Island, the westernmost point of Japan.
◆ Comments from Stakeholders
Yoshito Izu, Chairman, Japan Border Tourism Association
For the issuance of certificates, we adopted Open Badge Factory, which allows for the issuance of digital badges at an appropriate cost. Going forward, we envision deepening "relationship populations" through badges, such as providing travel benefits to badge holders and awarding special badges to those who acquire all four types.
Susumu Murata, Representative, Infosign Inc.
We are delighted that our Open Badge service can contribute to the initiative of communicating the charm of regions rich in history and nature. Open Badges are not limited to certifying knowledge; they serve as a means to create new value by connecting regions and people. We will continue to support challenges in various fields through digital certification technology.
◆ About Japan Border Tourism Association
The Japan Border Tourism Association aims to contribute to the regional revitalization of Japan's border regions, tourism activation, and the introduction of customs and culture, by promoting the dissemination, establishment, and expansion of demand for border tourism, centered on travel to these regions and neighboring countries. This is achieved through collaboration with private sector entities (tourism-related businesses and organizations), local governments (local public bodies and various organizations), viewing Japan's border regions as attractive tourism resources.
● Official website URL: https://www.border-tourism.com/
● Contact for "Japan Border Tourism Association":
https://www.border-tourism.com/contact/
■ Details of the Initiative
Details are posted on our blog.
https://www.infosign.co.jp/blog/yonaguni-kentei
◆ About Open Badge Factory
Open Badge Factory is a platform for creating, issuing, and managing digital badges compliant with the international standard "Open Badge." It supports a wide range of applications, including qualification exam pass certificates, course completion certificates, event participation certificates, and skill certifications, with a proven track record of utilization by educational institutions, companies, local governments, and industry associations.
It also supports the introduction of micro-credentials and gamification design, assisting in the visualization and dissemination of learning outcomes.
Click here for more details on Open Badge Factory
◆ About Infosign Inc.
Established in 2001. In December 2023, Infosign Inc. signed an exclusive distribution agreement in Japan with Open Badge Factory, a company with 12 years of open badge business experience primarily in Europe. Open source CBT platform "TAO