The DAISSy research group of the Hellenic Open University (HOU) invites to the info day on “The use of digital solutions in vocational training and education”, to be organized within the framework of the implementation of the UPDATE- User-friendly Practical Distance Active Training Experience European project, currently undergoing by DAISSy, as the Greek partner.The activity takes place on Friday 15th December 2023 at 18.00’, in Patras, Greece (“Moxy Patra Marina” Hotel), providing also the possibility of online participation, through the zoom electronic platform.
Specifically, the event is addressed to individuals and representatives of associations, institutions and bodies at local, national and European level. In particular, it is addressed to vocational education and training providers, apprenticeship advisors, vocational training teachers, decision-makers, researchers and education professionals.
To this end, the event focuses on the effective integration of new technologies in the educational process, mainly in practical/manual content, as well as the presentation of the UPDATE project deliverables, which have been developed through the contribution of DAISSy-HOU as partner – in addition, the event will add value to this direction by supporting vocational education and training providers, tutors and teachers.
More precisely:
- Participation is free of charge and open to all
- Pre-registration is not needed
- Online participation is available through the Zoom electronic platform, by using the following link.
The UPDATE aims to strengthen and implement a digital ecosystem for vocational training by collecting and developing digital and technological solutions and enhancing the updating of digital skills of vocational education and training of teachers and trainers. The overall objective of the project is to improve the quality of vocational training provided by VET organisations – with a view to increasing the learning opportunities, integration and training success of trainees, as well as their employability – by enhancing the capacities of trainers and instructors to implement blended and distance learning formats and to apply new technologies to vocational training activities with a high practical content.
The project is implemented by a consortium of four (4) partners representing four (4) European countries (Greece, Italy, Estonia, Denmark). The DAISSy Research Group of the Hellenic Open University, the Greek partner, participates in all deliverables of the UPDATE project and is responsible for the development of the UPDATE training programme and the electronic learning platform.
For more information on the UPDATE project, and other activities of DAISSy:
- Website: http://daissy.eap.gr/en, https://update-project.eu/
- Facebook: @DAISSyResearchGroup, @update.project.22
- Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daissyresearchgroup/
- Twitter: @daissy_research
- Instagram: @daissy_researchgroup
- Email: info@daissy.eap.gr