sebastian schwaebe

SMERALD competence framework: A start to digital transformation in SMEs

SMERALD competence framework: A start to digital transformation in SMEs We are pleased to announce the completion of the SMERALD competence framework. This is a key milestone in our mission to equip small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with essential digital skills. This comprehensive framework will be trialled as part of our partnership before being used for the first time for real at the upcoming Continuing Professional Development (CPD) course in Palermo in December. Overview of the framework: The SMERALD competence…

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SMERALD project training day in Peniche: Exploring AI tools for European projects

SMERALD project training day in Peniche: Exploring AI tools for European projects Dear colleagues, We’re excited to share the highlights of an insightful training day organised by blinc, which took place on 17 June 2024 in the picturesque coastal town of Peniche, Portugal. This event was an important step in our ongoing efforts to improve the digital skills of SMEs across Europe, with a particular focus on the application of AI tools in European projects. Here are the highlights of…

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SMERALD Partner Meeting in Turin: a milestone in cooperation

SMERALD Partner Meeting in Turin: a milestone in cooperation Dear colleagues, We are pleased to share with you the highlights of the recent Transnational Partner Meeting for the SMERALD project, which took place in the beautiful city of Turin on the 5th and 6th of June. This meeting marked a significant step forward in our mission to improve digital literacy in European SMEs. Highlights of the meeting Outcomes: Benedetta from Dataninja presented best practices in business case mapping, while Davide…

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B4C Launches Biochar and Circular Economy Survey

B4C – Biochar and the circular economy: A survey for teachers The B4C project introduces an exciting new practical learning initiative focusing on carbon sequestration in the context of vocational education and training (VET). One of the most promising areas of the carbon-based circular economy is biochar, and now is the time to integrate this innovative field into the European education system. Our project partners are committed to reducing CO2 emissions through the use of biochar, and we want your…

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ARIES update: Highlights from the Transnational Partners Meeting in Trikala

Highlights from the Transnational Partners Meeting in Trikala Fresh from the Transnational Partners Meeting (TPM) held a week ago in the picturesque setting of Trikala, Greece, the ARIES project is buzzing with excitement about the latest developments and future plans. The meeting, which spanned two days of intense collaboration and discussion, focused on the key findings of the research phase and laid the groundwork for the upcoming teacher training initiatives, which are due to begin in Palermo in November. The…

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

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…

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Introducing the B4C Project

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…

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B4C Featured on EPALE

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…

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SMERALD – equip European SMEs

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…

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ARIES in Trikala

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…

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