Abstract:

In a world characterized by perpetual change, shaped by a knowledge-based economy and globalization, innovation and the creation of new products and solutions are crucial drivers for competitiveness, growth, and societal progress. Hence, it is essential to empower professionals with the right attitudes, skills, and tools to nurture innovation and cultivate an entrepreneurial mindset. In this scenario, the Universitat Politècnica de València (UPV) confronts the task of nurturing creativity, innovation, and entrepreneurship across both curricular and extracurricular spheres. The Institutional Project for Transversal Competence was initiated during the academic year 2015/16, mandating the inclusion of 13 transversal competencies in all undergraduate and master's programs. Among these competencies is Innovation Creativity and Entrepreneurship. In 2022, the organization of these competencies was restructured, grouping them into five categories. In addition to the curricular dimension, UPV stimulates and reinforces this competency through initiatives such as Generación Espontánea and the innovative ecosystem led by Ideas UPV.This work is part of the Educational Innovation Project (PIME), involving Proposals and Activity Design for Innovation, Creativity, and Entrepreneurship in the classrooms. The project is structured in two phases: first, an analysis and diagnostic, and second, the design of improvement proposals. The presented work is situated in the first phase, aiming to evaluate training in innovation and entrepreneurship based on information found in the theaching guides of subjects addressing this competency. Methodologies, activities, and assessment tools are systematically examined and evaluated to collect information for identifying best practices and areas needing improvement. The study is grounded in data from 297 subjects spanning 63 degree programs in Engineering, Architecture, Business Administration, and Fine Arts. The results reveal that while commendable practices are evident in various subjects, a considerable number of cases necessitate substantial improvement measures. The challenge lies in introducing activities that foster innovation and entrepreneurship within the existing framework of designed subjects. Concerning assessment mechanisms, notable improvement needs are identified in the presentation of the evaluation criteria used.

Keywords:

Innovation, entrepreneurship, learning methodologies, learning activities.