Higher Education and VET at LLLWeek 2024
Applied Higher Education and VET:
Challenges and opportunities in cooperation
19
Nov 2024
Brussels, Belgium
15:00 – 16:00 CET
Facilitated by the Lifelong Learning Platform, the LLLWeek 2024 aims to raise awareness on lifelong learning’s capacity to answer many challenges of modern societies and it has become a milestone in the European education agenda, thanks to the support of civil society actors and Members of the European Parliament.
This year marks the fourteenth edition of the LLLWeek, from 18-22 November 2024, held under the overarching theme of “21st century challenges for the teaching profession: a call for system change”.
The workshop “Applied Higher Education and VET: Challenges and opportunities in cooperation” explores the intersection of Applied Higher Education and Vocational Education and Training (VET), addressing the challenges and opportunities for collaboration between these two sectors. Based on the findings of the Applied Innovation and Research in VET (AIRinVET) project, the session will highlight key insights into the current state of cooperation and findings. It will aim to present a roadmap and conclusions of the project focused on applied research and innovation in VET ecosystems.
Participants will have the opportunity to discuss the AIRinVET project’s framework and roadmap, reflect on the ecosystems in their respective countries, and share best practices. A networking session will allow for fostering collaboration between professionals, contributing to long-term partnerships and a deeper understanding of how applied research can benefit VET institutions.
The session is facilitated by Jakub Grodecki, EURASHE Policy & Project Manager.
If you have any questions about the event, please contact us at [email protected]
Agenda
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Venue: EURASHE Office | Ravensteingalerij 27/3, 1000 Brussels |
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| 15:00 – 15:10 |
Introduction to EURASHE Overview of EURASHE’s role in higher education and VET. Emphasis on its initiatives in applied higher education and its commitment to fostering collaboration between VET and higher education institutions. |
| 15:10 – 15:30 |
The AIRinVET project Key findings of the AIRinVET project: a brief history, project goals, challenges identified, and solutions proposed. Presentation of the project’s roadmap and framework for enhancing cooperation between applied higher education institutions and VET centres. |
| 15:30 – 15:50 |
Networking Session and Reflections on Countries’ Ecosystems Participants break into smaller groups or engage in guided discussions, reflecting on the ecosystems for applied research in their respective countries. Exchange of ideas and experiences on challenges and opportunities in implementing applied research in VET institutions. Opportunity to share success stories or identify common obstacles. Fostering connections and potential partnerships between institutions and professionals. |
| 15:50 – 16:00 |
Summary and Closing Reflections Recap of the key takeaways from the presentations and discussions. Participants share brief reflections on how the ideas shared might be applied in their contexts. Final remarks on next steps, potential collaborations, and future activities related to AIRinVET and EURASHE initiatives. |
