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SMERALD – A newsletter: Unlocking Insights with Digital Data and AI

May 17, 2024

Unlocking Insights with Digital Data and AI Dear colleagues, We are delighted to introduce you to SMERALD – a ground-breaking project aimed at improving the digital skills of European small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Funded by the European Union, SMERALD aims to raise awareness and develop skills in digital data, data analytics and artificial intelligence among SME managers, employees and vocational trainers. Our mission SMERALD’s mission is to enable SMEs to become key players in Europe’s digital transformation. By promoting…

Introducing the B4C Project

April 28, 2024

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Introducing the B4C Project: Integrating Biochar into Vocational Education We’re pleased to introduce the B4C Project (Biochar and Circular Carbon Economy Competences), a new initiative aimed at incorporating biochar and circular carbon economy (CCE) principles into vocational education and training (VET) across Europe. Supported by the European Union, the project aligns with the European Green Deal and aims to provide educators and learners with practical tools and knowledge to advance sustainable practices. Project Goals The B4C project is designed to…

B4C Featured on EPALE

April 6, 2024

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B4C

B4C Featured on EPALE: Embracing a Sustainable Future The B4C project has been highlighted in a new article on the EPALE platform. Titled Embracing a Sustainable Future: The Innovative Project B4C, the article discusses how the project is spearheading efforts to integrate biochar and circular carbon economy practices into vocational education and training (VET) programs across Europe. The article showcases the project’s vision to equip educators and learners with the tools and knowledge needed to promote sustainable practices in their…

SMERALD – equip European SMEs

April 4, 2024

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Designing competences in the digital age insights from SMERALD research Dear colleagues, In the ever-evolving landscape of digital transformation, skills are becoming a cornerstone of success. At SMERALD, we are committed to equipping European SMEs with the essential skills they need to succeed in the digital age. We are pleased to present the results of our research, which has culminated in the development of a comprehensive skills framework tailored to the needs of SMEs. Based on the extensive research, we…

ARIES in Trikala

March 22, 2024

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ARIES

First Transnational Partner Meeting in Trikala, Greece We are pleased to announce the next Transnational Partner Meeting (TPM) of the ARIES project, which will take place in May in Trikala, Greece. At this meeting, all project partners will come together to discuss our research results in depth and to develop new learning modules. At the heart of our discussions will be the use of the competency framework that we have carefully developed. This framework serves as a basis for designing…

ARIES – Competence Framework

February 27, 2024

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Development of a Competence Framework and Teacher Insights In our latest update on the ARIES project, we are pleased to report progress on two fronts: the development of a competency framework focusing on Augmented and Immersive Reality (AR & IR) and the first results of our survey on teachers’ needs in this area. Development of a Competence Framework: One of the main outcomes of the ARIES project is the development of a competency framework tailored to AR and IR technologies.…

ARIES – Into the topic

February 23, 2024

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Into the topic The ARIES project is conducting a survey to better understand how teachers across Europe are using and can use augmented and immersive reality in their classrooms. The aim of the survey is to gain insights into the practical uses, challenges and successes of integrating these technologies into classroom practice. It will also explore the basic skills that may be an important component in the development of future educational initiatives related to augmented and immersive reality. We invite…

SMERALD – research landscape

February 4, 2024

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SMERALD

Navigating the research landscape: Adjustments for progress in SMERALD Dear project enthusiasts, We are at a crucial point in our journey to strengthen European SMEs through the SMERALD project, characterised by extensive research efforts. Our endeavour to establish a reliable baseline has led us to embark on a multifaceted research journey that includes desk research, surveys and focus group interviews. However, as with any ambitious endeavour, we encountered nuances and complexities along the way that required adaptation and flexibility. Despite…

B4C project launches

January 29, 2024

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B4C

B4C project TPM launches with Biochar360 exhibition in France The launch: On 23 January 2024, the first transnational partner meeting to launch the Biochar and Circular Carbon Economy Competences (B4C) project took place in France, coinciding with the Biochar360 exhibition. The project, which aims to promote innovative approaches to integrating biochar and the circular carbon economy into vocational education and training, promises to push the boundaries of sustainable development across Europe. Highlights from the meeting: Getting to know the team…

ARIES – Press-kit: Shaping the Future of Education

January 27, 2024

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Press-kit: Shaping the Future of Education The ARIES project aims to transform secondary education through Augmented and Immersive Reality (A&IR) technologies. The just-released press kit outlines the project’s key objectives: to develop cost-effective facilitation concepts for teachers, to create A&IR-focused learning modules for students, and to integrate these solutions into existing courses. In an era of rapid technological change, ARIES recognises the critical role of A&IR in promoting engaging and effective learning environments. With a practical focus on making education…