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SUMMARY:Virtual Coffee No. 14 – ACE² – EU Mobility Programme: Students’ Info Session
DESCRIPTION:🌟 Virtual Coffee No. 14\n🗓 August 27th\n🕒 15:00 (EEST / ora României)\n📍 Online – Zoom \nTopic: ACE² – EU Mobility Programme: Students’ Info Session \nAre you a student preparing for your Erasmus+ mobility within the ACE² – EU framework? ☕️ Join us for a practical and interactive session designed to answer your most important questions and help you get ready for an enriching international experience! \nThe event featured Dr. Dawid Spychała\, Head of the International Relations Department at the Medical University of Gdańsk\, who shared his expertise in academic mobility and international cooperation. \nThe session provided a comprehensive overview of the ACE²-EU mobility programmes\, developed under the framework of Work Package 6 – Embedding EU Values & Enhancing Mobility Across ACE²-EU\, coordinated by Prof. Gitana Vycienė from LIK University\, Lithuania. This work package plays a central role in promoting mobility as a driver for European integration\, inclusivity\, and sustainable development. \nKey topics covered during the session included:\n• procedures for receiving and managing mobility grants\n• handling expenses beyond allocated funds\n• accommodation and meal arrangements at host universities\n• insurance requirements and responsibilities during mobility\n• necessary post-mobility documentation and compliance\n• points of contact for support throughout the process \nDr. Spychała also introduced participants to a wide range of innovative opportunities within the Alliance\, such as ABC programmes\, MOOCs\, Collaborative Online International Learning (COILs)\, Flavour Schools\, and the annual European Cultural Festival\, which fosters multicultural exchange and community engagement. \n⏳ Duration: ~30 minutes | 💻 Platform: Zoom \n🔗 Join Zoom Meeting: https://shorturl.at/XVKoy \nOrganised by:\n‘Goce Delcev’ University – Stip (Универзитет „Гоце Делчев“ – Штип)\nPolitécnico de Santarém\nLIK Lietuvos inžinerijos kolegija I Higher Education Institution\nTechnische Hochschule\nUniversidad Francisco de Vitoria – Madrid\nGdański Uniwersytet Medyczny\nLatvijas Kultūras akadēmija\nUniversitatea „Constantin Brâncuşi” din Târgu Jiu\nFH Kärnten – Carinthia University of Applied Sciences (CUAS) \n#ACE2EU #VirtualCoffee #StudentMobility #HigherEducation #ActiveLearning #ErasmusPlus #ZoomEvent #TogetherInLearning
URL:https://www.ace2eu.eu/event/virtual-coffee-no-14-ace%c2%b2-eu-mobility-programme-students-info-session/
CATEGORIES:WP8
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SUMMARY:Virtual Coffee No. 13 – Academic Mobility Opportunities in ACE²-EU
DESCRIPTION:August 20\, 2025
URL:https://www.ace2eu.eu/event/virtual-coffee-no-13-academic-mobility-opportunities-in-ace%c2%b2-eu/
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SUMMARY:An Introduction to Active Learning
DESCRIPTION:Call for Participation\nCourse title: An Introduction to Active Learning\nDate: July 10\, 2025 Time: 12:00–14:00 CET (Online – synchronous)\nOrganized by: “Constantin Brâncuși” University of Târgu-Jiu\, Romania\nDeadline for registration: July 9\, 2025 A certificate of attendance will be provided. \n\n\nObjectives of the Call\n\n\nThis ALES course is part of the ACE2-EU Alliance’s joint effort to strengthen innovation in university teaching\, with a focus on learner engagement\, inclusivity\, and digital transformation. The course supports academic staff and digital learning professionals in applying active learning principles across various educational settings — online\, hybrid\, and in-person. \n\n\nCourse Description\n\n\nAn Introduction to Active Learning is an interactive\, 2-hour online session designed to: \n\nIntroduce the pedagogical foundations of active learning.\nDemonstrate inclusive strategies (UDL) and practical digital tools (e.g.\, Padlet\, MS Teams).\nOffer a hands-on group activity in breakout rooms.\nFoster reflection on teaching practices and potential for curriculum enhancement in ACE2-EU programs.\n\n\n\nTarget Group\n\n\n\nUniversity teaching staff involved in digital\, hybrid\, or blended teaching formats (COILs\, MOOCs\, BIPs\, joint degrees).\nInstructional designers\, e-learning coordinators\, or educational developers.\nEarly-career academics transitioning to learner-centered teaching.\n\n\n\nLearning Objectives\n\n\nBy the end of the course\, participants will be able to: \n\nUnderstand and explain the core principles of active learning and their relevance within the educational process.\nDesign a teaching activity using active learning strategies and adapt it for inclusivity.\nUse digital tools to support participation\, reflection\, and interaction.\nIdentify opportunities to apply active learning in their own contexts.\n\n\n\nStructure & Methodology\n\n\nThe 2-hour session includes: \n\nIntroductory presentation and icebreaker\nShort theory segment + examples\nDemonstration of digital tools\nBreakout room task: co-design of an active learning activity\nGroup reflection and feedback session\nPost-course feedback and certificate instructions\n\nThe delivery model embraces the Active Digital Learning Model\, integrating elements from: \n\nChallenge-Based Learning (CBL): through collaborative group tasks simulating authentic instructional design\nUniversal Design for Learning (UDL): by modeling inclusive digital practices and encouraging accessibility in participant outputs\nExperiential Learning: participants experience strategies as learners\, then reflect on their application\nSynchronous online facilitation: through real-time collaboration in Microsoft Teams using tools like Padlet and shared documents\n\nThis approach emphasizes learning by doing\, collaboration\, and pedagogical inclusivity in digital higher education. \n\n\nRegistration and Participation\n\n\nhttps://forms.gle/MgJzUqD7pbqdEEz87 \nThe deadline to register is July 9\, 2025. \nParticipants must attend the full session and contribute to collaborative tasks. \n\n\nCertification\n\n\nA certificate of attendance will be issued by the course organizers upon successful participation. The certificate will list: \n\nCourse title\nLearning outcomes\nDeveloped competences\nDuration (2 hours synchronous online)\n\n\n\nContact & Coordination\n\n\nFor any questions or support related to the course\, please contact: \n“Constantin Brâncuși” University: \n\nMihaela Giurgiulescu – giurgiulescu@e-ucb.ro\nLoredana Pătrșcoiu – patrascoiu@utgjiu.ro\nElena Paliță – palita@e-ucb.ro\n\nDownload PROPOSAL
URL:https://www.ace2eu.eu/event/an-introduction-to-active-learning/
CATEGORIES:e-Pedagogy School
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SUMMARY:ACEploration Mission No. 2 – A Celebration of Bioeconomy\, Innovation\, and European Collaboration
DESCRIPTION:ACEploration Mission No. 2 – A Celebration of Bioeconomy\, Innovation\, and European Collaboration\n\n\n\n\nBetween July 2–5\, 2025\, the Santarém Polytechnic University in Portugal will host the ACEploration Mission No. 2\, a flagship event of the ACE²-EU European University Alliance. This event brings together academic\, research\, and industry representatives from across Europe to explore collaborative opportunities in education\, innovation\, and service to society. \nTheme: The Bioeconomy – Science\, Products\, Lifestyle & Culture \nFocusing on the intersection between tradition and innovation\, this ACEploration explores the bioeconomy through the lens of sustainable food systems\, with wine serving as a concrete example. From scientific innovation in agriculture and nutrition to the cultural dimensions of food and tourism\, the event highlights how bioeconomy can contribute to sustainability\, health\, and regional development. \nKey Highlights \n\nInteractive sessions on pedagogical innovation\, sustainability\, and interdisciplinary course design\nPresentations and pitch sessions for joint programmes and mobility opportunities\nLocal stakeholder engagement\, including visits to regional institutions and a wine tasting experience at Agrária Winery\nCultural immersion\, including a city tour of Santarém and a river cruise on the Tagus in Valada do Ribatejo\nTeam-building activities\, such as a surf outing to Peniche beach\n\n  \nObjectives \nACEploration missions are designed to: \n\nFacilitate co-creation of joint academic programmes\nIdentify opportunities for collaborative research and mobility\nPromote interdisciplinary learning and challenge-based pedagogy\nStrengthen ties among the 9 partner universities of the ACE²-EU Alliance\n\nThis event is part of a series of 9 ACEplorations\, each hosted by one member institution of the alliance\, focused on discovering and showcasing unique areas for partnership and innovation \nAbout ACE²-EU \nACE²-EU (Applied\, Connected\, Entrepreneurial & Engaged European University) is a transnational alliance of 9 European universities committed to building a sustainable\, inclusive\, and forward-thinking inter-university campus. By integrating applied learning\, stakeholder engagement\, and digital tools\, ACE²-EU addresses major societal challenges such as the green and digital transitions. \nWe warmly welcome all participants to Santarém – and to a future shaped by knowledge\, cooperation\, and shared European values.
URL:https://www.ace2eu.eu/event/aceploration-mission-no-2-a-celebration-of-bioeconomy-innovation-and-european-collaboration/
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SUMMARY:Wp 8 Face2Face meeting (CDI meeting)
DESCRIPTION:Face-to-Face Meeting of WP8 in Madrid: Advancing Strategic Communication\, Branding\, and Impact \nOn 4-5 July 2024\, the ACE²-EU Communication\, Dissemination and Impact team (Work Package 8) will gather in Madrid for a face-to-face working meeting aimed at advancing the Alliance’s strategic outreach efforts. This meeting will bring together members of the Communications and Identity Group (CIG) and the Dissemination and Impact Group (DIG). \nThe focus of the meeting will revolve around two major areas: the finalization of the ACE²-EU Brandbook and the development of impact assessment methodologies to support the Alliance’s strategic goals. \n\n Developing the ACE²-EU Visual Branding and Identity\n\nA strong\, cohesive visual identity is essential for creating recognition\, consistency\, and resonance. During the Madrid meeting\, WP8 will work on finalizing the ACE²-EU Brandbook\, which will define the visual standards and style guidelines that underpin the Alliance’s communication strategy. \nThis brand identity will be implemented across a wide range of communication tools and promotional materials\, both digital and print. The strategy includes: \n\nACE²-EU Communication Materials: Design and production of brochures\, flyers\, and leaflets that highlight the Alliance’s mission\, members\, and achievements.\nACE²-EU Merchandising: Development of branded items featuring the Alliance’s logo and core messages\, to be distributed at key events to increase visibility and engagement.\n\n\n Developing ACE²-EU Impact Assessment Methodologies\, Surveys\, and Reports\n\nThe second major theme of the meeting will be the creation of a robust framework for evaluating the impact of ACE²-EU activities. As an Alliance committed to innovation\, collaboration\, and societal transformation\, WP8 will lead the design of impact assessment tools that reflect both quantitative data and qualitative insights. \nFocus areas will include: \n\nThe effectiveness of communication systems across the alliance.\nThe impact of mobility initiatives on participants and host institutions.\nThe engagement of key stakeholders\, including policy-makers\, public authorities\, and EU bodies.\n\nThe methodologies will combine data analysis\, stakeholder surveys\, interviews\, focus groups\, and workshops\, with direct involvement from the Values and Mobility Action Group and Joint Operational Unit Coordinators. The expected outcomes include comprehensive impact reports and case studies\, which will be shared widely within and beyond the ACE²-EU community. \nThis WP8 meeting will reinforce ACE²-EU’s commitment to excellence in communication and evidence-based strategy\, laying the foundation for long-term visibility\, accountability\, and influence in the European Higher Education Area.
URL:https://www.ace2eu.eu/event/wp-8-face2face-meeting-cdi-meeting/
LOCATION:Universidad Francisco de Vitoria\, M-515\, km 1\, 800\, 28223 Pozuelo de Alarcón\, Madrid\, Spain
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SUMMARY:The Blended Intensive Programme (BIP) “Current Trends and the Future of the Creative Industries”
DESCRIPTION:The Latvian Academy of Culture\, with Partners from the ACE²-EU European University Alliance\, Launches an International Study Programme on Emerging Trends in the Creative Industries The Latvian Academy of Culture (LAC)\, as a member of the ACE²-EU European University Alliance\, in collaboration with partner universities from Lithuania\, Portugal\, Poland\, and Spain\, is launching an Erasmus+ funded international study programme aimed at examining current trends and future development scenarios in the creative and cultural industries.\nFrom 26 to 30 May\, 2025\, the LAC will implement an international study programme (a blended intensive programme – BIP) titled “Current Trends and the Future of the Creative Industries\,” which will bring together students from different European countries. The online part of the study programme took place on 12 May via the Zoom platform. The programme will offer a synergy between theory and practice\, providing an interdisciplinary approach and fostering the skills necessary to work in a dynamic and rapidly changing sector.
URL:https://www.ace2eu.eu/event/the-blended-intensive-programme-bip-current-trends-and-the-future-of-the-creative-industries/
LOCATION:Latvian Academy of Culture\, Gara māja\, Miera Street 58a\, Latvian Academy of Culture\, Gara māja\, Miera Street 58a\, Riga\, Latvia
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